David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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Question 348: To ask the Minister for Health the changes that have been made recently regarding the number of years that medical cards remain valid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16124/11]

Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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The review process is an important quality assurance aspect of the management of the GMS. Three months before a medical card is due for renewal a reminder notice is sent to the person alerting them to the fact that their circumstances are due for review.

Niall Collins (Limerick, Fianna Fail)
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Question 349: To ask the Minister for Health the position regarding an application for a medical card in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Limerick. [16126/11]

Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.