Drugs Payment Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 May 2017

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Tuesday, 23 May 2017

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Thomas P. Broughan

Question:

494. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Health the estimated amount it would cost to reduce the monthly limit of the drugs payment scheme from €144 to €125; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24401/17]

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Minister for Health

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

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