Consultant in question has been treating this particular issue in my OH for over 10 years now on and off (without getting too detailed, its a minor issue, more cosmetic than anything). Its not a case of not remembering, after a 2 year gap the charge is automatically reverted back to new patient charge for first consultation.
Those on medical cards visit their doctors much more often.
If those on medical cards had to pay something like 5e to visit their doctor..it would make a lot more sense.
In the u.k. where doctor visits are free,one has to have an appointment and the waitng room is full.
In ireland those who have to pay their 60e will think twice about going to their G.P.
Those on medical cards visit their doctors much more often.
If those on medical cards had to pay something like 5e to visit their doctor..it would make a lot more sense.
I heard a Professor of Pharmacy on the radio during the week presenting the hard research showing that 'small charges' in relation to prescription drugs result in a significant number of people NOT getting the medication that they need.The problem is a lot of the medical card people use their doctor for very small concerns such as colds or ordinary headaches or just a bit of reassurance.Their doctor is typically very sympathetic and consoling and they meet friends in the waiting room and they don`t have a lot else to do.
My point is a small charge ..even 1 or 2 euros would remind them that they are in a buisness relationship with their doctor and that they would reduce the amount of doctors visits .
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