It’s claimed Clare patients languishing on waiting lists have been missing out on free cross border treatment unawares.
It follows a new survey which shows 79% of people in this county have no knowledge of the Northern Ireland Planned Healthcare Scheme.
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Medical costs for operations involving hip replacements, knee replacements, ACLs, hysterectomies and gall bladders are among those which can be 100% reimbursed by the HSE.
Clare GP Liaison at Belfast’s Kingsbridge Hospital Dr Barry McKee says it’s a very convenient option.
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