Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 November 2015
377. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Health the value of outstanding health insurance claims in each acute hospital; the steps he will take to address this problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39109/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraNegotiations are taking place between the HSE and the four main PHIs (VHI, Laya, Aviva, and GloHealth) to address outstanding debt issues by introducing better payment terms and improved cash collection.
The current focus of the negotiations is on securing a deal with VHI prior to year end. The proposed deal would improve cashflow in the HSE while improving the PHIs reserve position by providing greater certainty as regards their potential liability. Crucially the deal also includes a single one-off payment to deal with current payment arrears.
I have asked the HSE to respond directly to the Deputy with details of the outstanding health insurance claims in each acute hospital.
