Seán Canney
Ceist:378. Deputy Seán Canney asked the Minister for Social Protection if persons (details supplied) are eligible for optical benefit; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7694/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 20 February 2024
Ceisteanna (378)
Freagraí scríofa
The Treatment Benefit Scheme provides dental, optical and aural services to insured workers, the self-employed, retired people and their dependant spouse/partner who have the required number of social insurance (PRSI) contributions.
In order to qualify, a person needs to have at least 260 PRSI contributions paid at either Class A, E, H, P or S, since first starting work, and also have 39 contributions paid or credited in the relevant contribution year on which the claim is based.
Persons under the age of 16 years do not qualify for treatment benefit.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.