Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 April 2016
586. Deputy Jack Chambers asked the Minister for Health to include the anti-coagulation strip and lancet in the long-term illness scheme or the drugs repayment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6197/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe HSE has statutory responsibility for decisions on pricing and reimbursement of medicinal products under the community drug schemes in accordance with the provisions of the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to you.
If the Deputy has not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days, he should contact my Private Office and it will follow up the matter with them.
