Léim ar aghaidh chuig an bpríomhábhar
Gnáthamharc

Medical Products

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 May 2013

Tuesday, 14 May 2013

Ceisteanna (669)

Billy Kelleher

Ceist:

669. Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Health if replacement parts associated with Cochlear implants will be covered under the medical card scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22739/13]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

Cochlear implants and replacements are funded by the Health Service Executive and provided by Beaumont Hospital, therefore the issue of inclusion of replacement parts associated with cochlear implants on the medical card scheme, does not arise.

Questions Nos. 670 to 673, inclusive, answered with Question No. 89.
Barr
Roinn