Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 February 2015
402. Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Health the reason there is a continuing delay in reviewing the application for a medical card in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo; if the application will be expedited in view of the time taken and the condition of the person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4316/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Health Service Executive has been asked to examine this matter and to reply to the Deputy as soon as possible.
The Health Service Executive operates the General Medical Services scheme, which includes medical cards and GP visit cards, under the Health Act 1970, as amended. It has established a dedicated contact service for members of the Oireachtas specifically for queries relating to medical cards and GP visit cards, which the Deputy may wish to use for an earlier response. Contact information has issued to Oireachtas members.
If the Deputy has not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days, please contact my Private Office who will follow up the matter with them.
