Fiona O'Loughlin
Ceist:235. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied). [18690/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraHospital Appointments Status
Ceisteanna (235)
Freagraí scríofa
Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual.
The National Waiting List Management Policy, a standardised approach to managing scheduled care treatment for in-patient, day case and planned procedures, January 2014, has been developed to ensure that all administrative, managerial and clinical staff follow an agreed national minimum standard for the management and administration of waiting lists for scheduled care. This policy, which has been adopted by the HSE, sets out the processes that hospitals are to implement to manage waiting lists.
In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly.
Hospital Waiting Lists Data
Ceisteanna (236)
Fiona O'Loughlin
Ceist:236. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Health the number of patients waiting for outpatient surgery in Our Lady's Children's Hospital who have had their initial appointments changed to a later date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18691/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
Reducing waiting time for patients for hospital operations and procedures is a key priority for the Government. In April the Inpatient and Day Case Action Plan was published to reduce the overall number of patients waiting for treatment. This is a joint Action Plan with the HSE delivering 1.14 million hospital operations or procedures and the NTPF delivering 20,000 Inpatient Day Case treatments and 4,000 Gastro Intestinal Scopes.
The Outpatient Waiting List remains a significant challenge to be addressed in 2018. Each year, 3.3 million patients attend Hospital Outpatient clinics for appointments. A number of steps are being taken to reduce outpatient waiting lists, including a national waiting list validation project by the HSE, to ensure the accuracy of lists.
In addition, the HSE has commenced development of an Outpatient Action Plan for 2018. It will work with the NTPF and the Department of Health to finalise a joint plan focused on improving overall use of resources to tackle long patient waiting times and ensuring timely access to treatment and care for patients.
In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly.
Hospital Waiting Lists Data
Ceisteanna (237)
Fiona O'Loughlin
Ceist:237. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Health the number of patients waiting for outpatient surgery in Temple Street Children's University Hospital who have had their initial appointments changed to a later date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18692/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
Reducing waiting time for patients for hospital operations and procedures is a key priority for the Government. In April the Inpatient and Day Case Action Plan was published to reduce the overall number of patients waiting for treatment. This is a joint Action Plan with the HSE delivering 1.14 million hospital operations or procedures and the NTPF delivering 20,000 Inpatient Day Case treatments and 4,000 Gastro Intestinal Scopes.
The Outpatient Waiting List remains a significant challenge to be addressed in 2018. Each year, 3.3 million patients attend Hospital Outpatient clinics for appointments. A number of steps are being taken to reduce outpatient waiting lists, including a national waiting list validation project by the HSE, to ensure the accuracy of lists.
In addition, the HSE has commenced development of an Outpatient Action Plan for 2018. It will work with the NTPF and the Department of Health to finalise a joint plan focused on improving overall use of resources to tackle long patient waiting times and ensuring timely access to treatment and care for patients.
In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly.
Hospital Waiting Lists Data
Ceisteanna (238)
Fiona O'Loughlin
Ceist:238. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Health the number of patients waiting for outpatient surgery in Tallaght hospital who have had their initial appointments changed to a later date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18693/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
Reducing waiting time for patients for hospital operations and procedures is a key priority for the Government. In April the Inpatient and Day Case Action Plan was published to reduce the overall number of patients waiting for treatment. This is a joint Action Plan, with the HSE delivering 1.14 million hospital operations or procedures and the NTPF delivering 20,000 Inpatient Day Case treatments and 4,000 Gastro Intestinal Scopes.
The Outpatient Waiting List remains a significant challenge to be addressed in 2018. Each year, 3.3 million patients attend Hospital Outpatient clinics for appointments. A number of steps are being taken to reduce Outpatient waiting lists, including a national waiting list validation project by the HSE, to ensure the accuracy of lists.
In addition, the HSE has commenced development of an Outpatient Action Plan for 2018. It will work with the NTPF and the Department of Health to finalise a joint plan focused on improving overall use of resources to tackle long patient waiting times and ensuring timely access to treatment and care for patients.
In relation to your particular query, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly.
General Practitioner Services
Ceisteanna (239)
Dara Calleary
Ceist:239. Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the impending threatened closure of a general practitioner practice (details supplied) in County Mayo; if his attention has been further drawn to the vast geographical area covered by this practice; if his Department has advertised for the vacancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18701/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
As this question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
HSE Staff Recruitment
Ceisteanna (240)
Darragh O'Brien
Ceist:240. Deputy Darragh O'Brien asked the Minister for Health when vacancies for an occupational therapist, a physiotherapist and a speech and language therapist who are leaving their posts or going on maternity leave in north County Dublin will be filled; the plans the HSE has to maintain the function and service of the early intervention team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18702/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.
As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
Hospital Appointments Status
Ceisteanna (241)
James Lawless
Ceist:241. Deputy James Lawless asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18703/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual.
The National Waiting List Management Policy, a standardised approach to managing scheduled care treatment for in-patient, day case and planned procedures, January 2014, has been developed to ensure that all administrative, managerial and clinical staff follow an agreed national minimum standard for the management and administration of waiting lists for scheduled care. This policy, which has been adopted by the HSE, sets out the processes that hospitals are to implement to manage waiting lists.
In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly.
Hospital Transfers
Ceisteanna (242)
Gerry Adams
Ceist:242. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) in County Louth will receive a transfer from Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda to the National Rehabilitation Hospital. [18704/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.
As the Deputy's question relates to a service issue, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
Hospital Beds Data
Ceisteanna (243)
Gerry Adams
Ceist:243. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Health the number of beds in the National Rehabilitation Hospital. [18705/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.
As the Deputy's question relates to a service issue, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
Hospital Waiting Lists Data
Ceisteanna (244)
Gerry Adams
Ceist:244. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Health the number of persons waiting for a bed in the National Rehabilitation Hospital. [18706/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.
As the Deputy's question relates to a service issue, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
Hospital Waiting Lists Data
Ceisteanna (245)
Gerry Adams
Ceist:245. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in County Louth waiting for a bed in the National Rehabilitation Hospital. [18707/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.
As the Deputy's question relates to a service issue, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
Hospital Facilities
Ceisteanna (246)
Gerry Adams
Ceist:246. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Health the capacity in the redeveloped National Rehabilitation Hospital; and when this facility will become operational. [18708/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.
As the Deputy's question relates to a service issue, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
Paediatric Services
Ceisteanna (247)
James Lawless
Ceist:247. Deputy James Lawless asked the Minister for Health his plans to improve the services available for children with spina bifida who are required to attend for medical services in Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin; the timeframe for the improvement and provision of services; and if the services available in the hospital will be on par with those available for children with the condition in Temple Street Children's University Hospital. [18709/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
The HSE National Service Plan 2018 includes a commitment to continue the development of urology services for children with spina bifida.
In relation to improving these services for children, as it is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to you directly as soon as possible.
Treatment Benefit Scheme Data
Ceisteanna (248)
John Brassil
Ceist:248. Deputy John Brassil asked the Minister for Health the number of persons who have availed of the travel abroad scheme for ophthalmology treatment in 2017 and to date in 2018, from the CHO4 area; the subsequent effect on ophthalmology waiting lists in the CHO4 area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18715/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
The HSE has been asked to reply directly to the Deputy on this matter.