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Medical Aids and Appliances

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 23 July 2020

Thursday, 23 July 2020

Ceisteanna (228)

Seán Canney

Ceist:

228. Deputy Seán Canney asked the Minister for Health the provisions in place in relation to the provision of prosthetics for amputees; his views on whether the current regime is acceptable; his further views on low income earners whose income is above the medical card threshold being forced to pay for prosthetics; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17779/20]

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Freagraí scríofa

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Prostheses are among the range of aids and appliances prescribed by health professionals and provided by the HSE. Aids and appliances are approved by CHO areas following review of applications and prioritisation on the basis of clinical need and available budget.

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