Limerick and Galway University Hospitals had the most patients removed from outpatient waiting lists last year.
A validation process was carried out by the HSE, which involved letters being sent out to patients to see if they’re suitable and available to attend their appointments.
In all, 29,500 patients across the country were taken off the wait lists in 2020.
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Stephen McMahon, from the Irish Patients Association, says people can be taken off the list for several reasons.
