Clare Fm - Podcasts

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. 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.