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HSE encourages people to apply for the GP visit Card online

HSE Press Release

Monday, 13 November 2023

The HSE is encouraging all those who may be eligible to apply online via  hse.ie/gpvisitcards  following the announcement by Minster for Health Stephen Donnelly TD.

Encouraging those eligible to apply for a card Shaun Flanagan, HSE Assistant National Director, Primary Care Reimbursement Service said:   “The HSE would encourage all those who think they may be eligible to apply. It’s important to remember that you could quality even if the amount of money you earn is high and if your expenses are also high. Your application will be means tested and you will be asked to self-declare your income and allowable outgoings.

“When you apply, you should have you PPSN number, income and expense details, marital status, DOB (date of birth) and details on any children dependent on you to make it easier for you. Remember the quickest and easiest way to apply for a GP visit card is  online .

“GP visit cards allow the holders to access GP care without charges. If you have a GP visit card, you don't have to pay to see your doctor, but you will have to pay for medicines and other services.”

People can apply for a GP visit card if they are age 8 to 69, live in the Republic of Ireland or plan to live here for at least a year, and will be income tested. This means we look at a person’s income, personal circumstances and expenses to see if they qualify.

The HSE operates random and targeted control processes to ensure that only those who qualify receive means tested GP visit cards. You may be asked to produce supporting documentation to process your application.

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Services for medical card and GP visit card holders

Introduction, free services with a medical card or gp visit card, medical services not covered, other services covered by a medical card, more information.

With a medical card , you can get many public services for free. With a GP visit card , you can get free GP visits.

If you have a medical card or GP visit card, your doctor must treat you in the same way they treat private patients. GPs have a contract with the HSE listing the services they must provide for medical card and GP visit card holders. This means that for example, surgery times and access to home visits must be the same for all patients.

This service is paid for by the Health Service Executive (HSE) through the Primary Care Reimbursement Service (PCRS).

Emergency and out-of-hours services for medical and GP visit card holders

If you have a medical card, your GP must provide or arrange for emergency services for you and their other medical card patients. You can read more about charges for going to the emergency department .

Your GP may have a rota system with other doctors to provide cross-cover for out-of-hours situations for medical card and GP visit card holders.

Even if you have a medical card or GP visit card, your GP does not have to provide the following services for free:

  • Eye tests for a driving licence
  • Reports for life assurance
  • Medical certificates for absence from work

If you need a medical report to apply for a social welfare payment, the Department of Social Protection may cover the fee.

If you are a medical card holder, you pay a reduced rate of the Universal Social Charge on your income, if it is over the exemption limit.

In Budget 2024, the Government announced the reduced rate of Universal Social Charge (USC) for medical card holders is being extended until 31 December 2025. Reduced rates of USC apply to people who have a full medical card and an income of €60,000 or less a year.

Education and school services

If you have a medical card, you may also be exempt from paying school transport charges and state exam fees in publicly funded second-level schools. You may also get financial help with buying school books in certain schools .

You can read more information about medical cards and GP visit cards . Check if you are eligible for a medical card or GP visit card with the means tests for people aged under 70 and the means test for people aged over 70 .

You can also read about the GP visit card for children aged under 8 and prescription charges for medical card holders .

You can find more information on the medical card and GP visit card on the HSE website. You can find further detail in the HSE Assessment Guidelines for medical cards and GP visit cards .

Related documents

  • Under 70s means test for medical card and GP visit card How your income is assessed for the medical card and GP visit card if you are under 70 years of age. 3123.4114
  • Prescription charges for medical card holders People with medical cards pay a charge for medicines that they get on prescription from pharmacies. 3099.6694
  • GP visit cards Unless you have a medical card or GP visit card, visits to family doctors are not free. What is a GP visit card and how can you apply? 2634.7295

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Free GP care to be extended to 6- and 7-year olds from next month

About 430,000 people earning under median household income will also qualify for gp visit cards under changes.

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Under the agreement with the IMO, doctors will be provided with additional financial supports to build up their practice and hire more staff. Photograph: iStock

GPs are to be paid extra for most of their existing medical card patients under a deal to extend free care to an additional 500,000 people.

Free GP care will be extended to 78,000 six- and seven-year-olds from August 11th, and to people earning less than the median household income from September, the Government has announced.

The changes, which have been repeatedly promised by Government but delayed, mean newly eligible card-holders won’t have to pay to see their GP - which can cost up to €70 a visit - though they will have to pay for medicines.

Increases of up to 10 per cent in the capitation grant paid to GPs for existing medical card holders, along with €30 million to help them recruit extra staff and €2 million for out-of-hours services, helped get the deal over the line with the Irish Medical Organisation.

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It was announced in Budget 2023 but was delayed by opposition from GPs, who said they would be unable to cope with the additional workload. Long-running talks with the IMO were completed last week.

The measures, projected last year to cost €111 million, now have a price-tag of €130 million.

The extension of free GP care on income grounds will take place in two phases, on September 11th and November 13th. Once it is done, more than half the population will have a GP visit card or full medical card.

Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly said any further expansion of GP care will now be “paused” for the rest of this Government’s lifetime, as doctors need time to hire extra staff and bed down the changes.

He said the measure marked a significant milestone by providing those who can least afford to pay for care with the right to attend a GP at no cost.

“Ensuring that more people can afford to visit their GP gives access to healthcare in the right place - one of the central commitments in the Programme for Government. It also removes the burden on people who may defer GP visits because they simply cannot afford it.”

Also speaking at Government Buildings, Minister for Public Enterprise Paschal Donohoe said the deal included reform element such as payments to doctor coops for phone consultations about patients in nursing homes or palliative care, or to avoid hospital attendance.

Under the changes, the weekly income threshold for a single person living alone to qualify for a GP visit card will increase from €304 to €361 in the first phase, and then to €418 in the second.

For a couple, the threshold will increase from €441 to €524 in the first phase and to €607 in the second, with additional allowed amounts per dependent.

The income threshold for those aged 66-69 will, following the changes, be the same level as for those under 66 – currently, they are lower.

Doctors have claimed earlier this year the Government’s proposed extension of free GP care could overwhelm general practice and lead to long waits for patients.

Mr Donnelly said the number of GPs is being increased by one-third, though this will take some years to achieve.

The IMO said the extension of free GP care on income grounds will benefit 470,000 people, 40,000 more than the figure cited by the Department of Health. The union said it plans to start a consultation process with members on the proposals.

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Nurses should be celebrated every day, but they do have a special week: national nurses week, which runs may 6-12. restaurants like chipotle and buffalo wild wings have specials during the week..

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Chipotle is giving away 100,000 burritos for National Nurses Week. And you don't necessarily have to be a nurse to get in on the deal.

From Monday, May 6, to Friday, May 10, healthcare workers can sign up for a chance to win a free burrito e-card on the Chipotle website . At the end of National Nurses Week, 100,000 healthcare workers will be randomly selected to get an email asking them to verify their employment status via ID.me. Those who successfully verify that within 48 hours will get a free burrito e-card.

Customers can get in on the action, too, by purchasing limited-edition Chipotle Healthcare Heroes E-Gift Cards online; 10% of the proceeds from the gift card purchases will be donated to the American Nurses Foundation. And throughout the month of May, you can round up your online or app orders to the nearest dollar amount. 100% of those proceeds will go to the foundation.

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National Nurses Week is observed annually May 6 through May 12.

What is National Nurses Week?

National Nurses Week grew out of a congressional resolution and proclamation signed by President Reagan in 1982 deeming May 6 as a National Recognition Day for Nurses.

The American Nurses Association board of directors expanded this to a National Nurses Week in 1990. The permanent dates for the week were designated in 1993 to be officially observed starting in 1994.

The week includes National School Nurses Day on May 8 and May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, which has been celebrated as International Nurse Day since 1974.

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National Nurses Week 2024 freebies, deals and discounts

Here's a roundup of freebies, deals, discounts and other specials for National Nurses Week.

  • Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza: Nurses get a 20% discount on all orders with a valid ID from Monday, May 6, to Sunday, May 12.
  • BurgerFi: Nurses get a 20% discount on all orders with a valid ID from Monday, May 6, to Sunday, May 12.
  • Buffalo Wild Wings: From Monday, May 6, to May 12, nurses get 20% off their orders with valid IDs on dine-in, call-in, and walk-in orders.
  • Buzz E-Bikes and Huffy Bicycles : Both United Wheels -owned companies give nurses 20% off online purchases year-round when verifying their ID.me at checkout.
  • Create Amor: Through June 7, get 25% off orders for scrubs (use the code NURSE25) and $1 per set (top and bottom) will be donated to the American Nurses Foundation. The scrubs brand will also donate 100% of proceeds from each Iris Five Pocket Top sold directly to the foundation.
  • Dunkin': Nurses can get a free medium hot or iced coffee, no purchase necessary, on Monday, May 6. (The deal excludes Frozen Coffee, Cold Brew and Nitro Cold Brew. Espresso shots, flavors, dairy alternatives & cold foam may be an additional charge.)
  • Firehouse Subs: The sandwich chain has a week of specials available starting Monday through its Firehouse Rewards loyalty program and app including (on Wednesday) BOGO Hook & Ladder Subs and (on Friday) two medium sandwiches for $12 or two large sandwiches for $18.
  • Free Rein Coffee Company: Nurses, first responders and medical providers get 20% off all year long from "Yellowstone" star Cole Hauser's brew brand by verifying with ID.me. Also eligible for the 20% discount: military members.
  • The Good Feet Store : The retailer, with more than 250 locations, will give nurses a complimentary pair of Architek Comfort Slip-Ons and three pairs of OS1st Comfort socks with the purchase of at least a Good Feet Store 3-Step Arch Support System. (Note: if Architeks are not available, a pair of Brooks running shoes will be provided. Valid nurse's ID is required.)
  • The Greene Turtle: All nurses and healthcare workers with a valid ID get a free meal (value of up to $15) on Monday, May 6.
  • Happy Joe’ s Pi zza & Ice Cream: Nurses get a 10% discount at participating locations from Monday to Friday, May 6-10.
  • honeygrow: Nominate a nursing team for $250 worth of catering from the fast-casual chain with 33 locations in the eastern U.S. Submit your nomination on the honeygrow website before Wednesday, May 8. Five winning teams will be announced on May 10 via honeygrow's social media platforms.
  • HTeaO: The iced tea chain will give healthcare personnel 50% off cups of tea from Monday, May 13, to Sunday, May 26, with a valid hospital, doctors office, and school nurse ID.
  • Insomnia C ookies: The Philadelphia-based late-night bakery chain with more than 240 locations is giving nurses a free Classic cookie in-store, no purchase necessary, all week beginning Monday, May 6. (Just show a valid ID; availability varies by location.)
  • KIND Snacks: Nurses get 15% off their purchases on the website all year long. Customers just verify with ID.me at checkout.
  • Landing: The flexible rental firm, with sites especially practical for travel nurses, is giving away prizes including three months' rent. Nurses can enter to win by submitting a 60-second video and others can nominate a nurse, too.
  • Logan's Roadhouse: Nurses get 20% off their entrée this week. Just show your badge.
  • McAlister’s Deli: Nurses can get free tea – either one big Sweet Tea, Unsweet Tea, ½ Sweet & ½ Unsweet Tea, or ½ Lemonade & ½ Sweet/Unsweet Tea (flavor shots excluded) – at McAlister's Deli from Monday, May 6, to Sunday, May 12, with their badge or ID. Offer valid in-store only; no purchase necessary.
  • Moe’s Southwest Grill: Cater a Moe's Southwest Grill meal for nurses from Monday, May 6, to Sunday, May 12, and when you spend $300 or more, get a $50 E-gift card (use code THANKYOU24). Good at participating locations; not valid with other offers or third-party delivery. Doesn't include tax, tip and fees.
  • Pancheros: Nurses can buy one entrée and get one free on Wednesday, May 8, at participating restaurants. (Offer good in-restaurant; just present a valid hospital badge at checkout.)
  • The Parking Spot: The parking company is giving healthcare workers 25% off parking during their trips; just signup with an associated healthcare email account .
  • Peter Piper Pizza : Nurses can get a free personal pizza every day Monday through Friday (May 6-10). Redemption is limited to once per day; valid nurse ID/credentials must be shown.
  • Postino: The restaurant chain, with more than 25 locations in five states , will give nurses its $25 Board and Bottle (bruschetta board, plus a bottle of wine) all day every day during the month of May with badge/ID. (The special is usually only available Monday and Tuesday 8 p.m. to closing.)
  • Potbelly Sandwich Works: Nurses get a free cookie or fountain drink with the purchase of an entrée by showing their ID Monday, May 6, to Sunday, May 12. Also, all customers can get free delivery on a catering order over $150.
  • Salata Salad Kitchen: On Monday, May 6, Healthcare workers get 20% off their order when they present their badge at checkout. Also from Monday to Friday, get 20% off catering orders of $200 or more, and get free delivery on orders through DoorDash.
  • Shipley Do-Nuts: Nurses who belong the chain's Do-Happy loyalty program can get a free half-dozen box of glazed do-nuts with any purchase on Monday, May 6.
  • Skechers: Nurses get a 10% discount on all styles during the month of May on the Skechers website (valid ID or form of employment required). Online shoppers can also round up the purchase price of May purchases to the nearest dollar with proceeds going to the American Nurses Foundation; donate $5 or more and get $10 off your next $100 purchase in June.
  • Smoothie King: Get $2 off your on Monday and Tuesday via Smoothie King’s Healthy Rewards App (use code THANKS2024). The promo code may be used multiple times. Also, Friday, May 3, to Friday, May 10, when you buy $25 or more in gift cards online, get a bonus of 2,000 Healthy Reward points.
  • Sockwell: Nurses get a free pair of socks when they buy three pairs at full price May 6-12 on the Sockwell website (excludes closeouts and 3-packs).
  • Yogurtland: Through May 14, the frozen yogurt chain is offering free delivery on orders of more than $15 made through the website or mobile app (use the code FREEDELIVERY).
  • Zaxby's : Nurses can buy one Boneless Wings Meal and get a second one free on May 7 at participating locations (redeemable through the Zaxby's app or website for Zax Rewardz members, while supplies last).
  • Zips Car Wash:  Nurses can get a $5 "Pro" Wash at any Zips Car Wash or Rocket Express location across the country through May 19 with wash code 3687.

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GP visit cards for children under 8

What is the gp visit card for children, what is covered by the gp visit card for children, can my child get a free gp visit card, how to apply for a gp visit card for children.

If your child is under the age of 8, you can get a GP visit card for them. With the GP visit card, your child can visit a participating GP (family doctor) for free and get free specific assessments (see ‘What is covered’ below).

Children aged 6 and 7 now qualify

The GP visit card for children was initially only available for children under the age of 6. On 11 August 2023, it was extended to children who are 6 and 7. If your child is 6 or 7, you can register online for a GP visit card for them.

If your child turned 6 after 1 July 2023, their GP visit card will be extended automatically by the HSE and you do not need to register again.

Medical cards

If your child already has a medical card , you do not need to register them for a GP visit card. If your family circumstances change and you are no longer eligible for medical cards, you can then register your child for a GP visit card for children under 8.

Free GP visits include visits to the doctor, home visits and out-of-hours urgent GP visits for your child.

Free medical assessments for children aged 2 and 5

If your child has a GP visit card, they can get free medical assessments when they are aged 2 and 5. These are preventive checks that include charting your child’s age, weight and height, and taking any appropriate follow-up actions.

Checks for children with asthma

If your child has asthma, they will get free asthma checks and their medication reviewed, to make sure that they are using their inhalers correctly. You will also get a written plan to help you manage your child’s asthma.

Children over 2 will get their first free asthma check when they are diagnosed. The second check is arranged 3 months after their first check.

Your child’s asthma will be checked for free every year until they are 8.

What is not covered by the GP visit card for children under 8?

The GP visit card does not cover medicines or hospital care .

However, all in-patient hospital services are free for children under 16 in all public hospitals. Read more about hospital charges for children.

If you have a Drugs Payment Scheme card , you and your family only have to pay a maximum of €80 each month for drugs and medicines. This includes the medicines your child may be prescribed.

Your child can get a free GP visit card if they are:

  • Aged under 8 years
  • Ordinarily resident in Ireland

‘Ordinarily resident’ means your child currently lives in Ireland and intends to live in Ireland for at least one year.

When does the GP visit card expire for children?

Your child is included in the scheme until the end of the month of their 8th birthday. For example, if your child turns 8 in July, their card will expire on 31 July. The card shows the date that it is valid until.

If you have any questions before registering, you can phone Lo-call 0818 22 44 78.

To register, you will need:

  • Your Personal Public Service (PPS) number
  • The child's PPS number (see below)
  • Your choice of participating GP

Your child’s PPS number

You are sent your child’s PPS number after registering their birth. If you do not have a PPS number for your child, contact Client Identity Services in the Department of Social Protection on Lo-call 0818 927 999, or email [email protected] .

If you do not have a PPS number and your baby is under 2 months of age, you can register and leave the PPS number blank and the HSE will write to you separately to get it.

Choosing your family doctor (GP)

Check if your GP is taking part in the scheme (pdf) . You may also need to check if your chosen GP is accepting new patients. If they are not, you must pick another GP. You can also check if they are accepting online applications on that list.

Apply by post or email

If a GP does not accept online registrations, or if you want to post or email the form, you can download the GP Visit Card for under 8s Registration Form (pdf) bring it to the GP to sign, and then email it to [email protected] or post it to:

PO Box 12629 Dublin 11

Register online

Before you register online, check this list to see if your chosen GP accepts online registrations . Then you can apply on the HSE website .

After you apply, you will get an email with a copy of your child’s registration details attached.

Print this email attachment, bring it to your GP to sign and then post it to:

Health Service Executive

PO Box 11745 Dublin 11 D11 XKF3

Lost GP visit card

If you have lost your card you can request a replacement by phoning Lo-call 0818 22 44 78 or emailing [email protected] . Include your child’s name, address and date of birth.

Related documents

  • Examples of calculating eligibility for GP visit card for under 70s Case study showing how to calculate your income and allowable expenses for a GP visit card if you are aged under 70. 2651.048
  • Under 70s means test for medical card and GP visit card How your income is assessed for the medical card and GP visit card if you are under 70 years of age. 2589.0789
  • GP visit cards Unless you have a medical card or GP visit card, visits to family doctors are not free. What is a GP visit card and how can you apply? 2502.2012

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GPs who accept medical cards or GP visit cards

GPs providing medical card and GP visit card services:

  • Medical card GPs
  • Over 70s GP visit cards GPs
  • Under 8s GP visit cards GPs

If your GP of choice is not on the list, they might not currently be accepting additional patients.

If you apply online we will contact your preferred GP and ask them to accept you on to their list.

If you’re applying manually, and you’ve had a medical or GP visit card in the last 6 months, let us know on the form if you’re happy to stay with the same GP that you’re already with.

If you can’t get a GP to accept you on their patient list, try another GP in your area.

If you are applying for a medical card and 3 GPs have declined to accept you, contact us. We will assign you a GP.

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    A GP visit card gives you free visits to a participating family doctor (GP). The HSE increased the weekly income basic rate for the GP visit card for under 70s on 11 September 2023 and again on 13 November 2023.. If your income is above the HSE set basic rate for your circumstances, you may still qualify for a GP visit card after you include allowable expenses, for example, mortgage payments ...

  5. Medical cards: What do they give you and how do you get one?

    THE BENEFITS. Free healthcare. A medical card entitles the holder to free GP services and out-patient services in public hospitals. Someone with a GP card is restricted to doctor visits only, and ...

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    This expansion of free GP care is the second of three stages of the expansion in eligibility for GP care without charges under the GP Agreement 2023. In total, approximately 500,000 people will become eligible for GP visit cards this year, 78,000 children aged 6 and 7 and 430,000 people earning up to the median income.

  7. Medical cards and GP visit cards

    The medical card scheme entitles certain people to free public health services. This document explains the medical card and how to apply for it. Under 70s means test for medical card and GP visit card. How your income is assessed for the medical card and GP visit card if you are under 70 years of age. Over 70s means test for medical cards.

  8. GP visit card

    GP visit cards for people age 8 to 69 are means tested. This means we look at your income, personal circumstances and expenses to see if you qualify. Not just about your salary. It's possible that you may qualify for a GP visit card even if the amount of money you earn is high. If your expenses are also high, you could still qualify.

  9. Government announces details of the commencement of the provision of GP

    Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly and Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform Paschal Donohoe have today announced details of the commencement of the provision of GP Visit Cards to over 500,000 more people - children aged 6 and 7 and to all of those earning no more than the median income, following agreement with the Irish Medical Organisation (IMO).

  10. HSE encourages people to apply for the GP visit Card online

    "GP visit cards allow the holders to access GP care without charges. If you have a GP visit card, you don't have to pay to see your doctor, but you will have to pay for medicines and other services." People can apply for a GP visit card if they are age 8 to 69, live in the Republic of Ireland or plan to live here for at least a year, and ...

  11. 430,000 people to become eligible for GP visit card

    At least 430,000 people to become eligible for GP visit card. More than 430,000 people will be eligible to receive a GP visit card in a significant development tonight as the Government finalised ...

  12. Services for medical card and GP visit card holders

    If you are a medical card holder, you pay a reduced rate of the Universal Social Charge on your income, if it is over the exemption limit.. In Budget 2024, the Government announced the reduced rate of Universal Social Charge (USC) for medical card holders is being extended until 31 December 2025. Reduced rates of USC apply to people who have a full medical card and an income of €60,000 or ...

  13. Free GP care to be extended to 6- and 7-year olds from next month

    Tue Jul 4 2023 - 15:27. GPs are to be paid extra for most of their existing medical card patients under a deal to extend free care to an additional 500,000 people. Free GP care will be extended to ...

  14. GP visit cards

    With a GP visit card you don't have to pay to see your GP. Find out about the types of GP visit cards and how to apply. GP visit cards - types you can apply for. Lost or stolen medical card or GP visit card. Contact GP visit card service. GPs who accept medical cards or GP visit cards.

  15. Medical cards

    Medical cards for people aged 16 to 25, including students. If you are aged 16 to 25 and dependent on a parent or guardian, you are eligible for a medical card if your parent or guardian has a medical card. If you are already included on your family's card, you will be sent your own card when you turn 16.

  16. Under 70s means test for medical card and GP visit card

    Medical card aged 66-70: GP visit card aged under 70: Single person living alone: €184: €201.50: €418: Single person living with family: €164: €173.50: €373: Couple, married/cohabiting/civil partners (or single parent with dependent children) €266.50: €298: €607: Allowance for each of first 2 children aged under 16: €38: € ...

  17. PDF Use your HSA to help pay for a doctor visit and a prescription

    Access your Optum Bank HSA anytime with myuhc.com and the UnitedHealthcare® app. You can: View your HSA balance. Pay your medical bills. View and manage your claims and much more. When you have questions, our customer care professionals are available with answers. Just call the toll-free number on your health plan ID card.

  18. GMS Contract, Agreements and Rates

    Payments to a GP in respect of special items of service Description. Payment. Excisions/cryotherapy/diathermy of skin lesions. €24.80. Suturing of cuts and lacerations — including application of tissue glue (does not include paper sutures) €50.00. Draining of hydroceles. €24.80. Treatment and plugging of dental and nasal haemorrhages ...

  19. Over 70s GP visit card

    To apply for an over 70s GP visit card by email or post, download and fill in the Over 70s GP visit card application form (PDF, 422KB, 4 pages). Download the Irish version of the form. You can also phone 0818 22 44 78 to order an application form in the post.

  20. What's covered with a GP visit card? : r/ireland

    There are certain services that GPs are not obliged to provide free of charge, for example, eye tests for a driving licence or reports for life assurance. You may also be charged for medical certificates for absence from work. Reply. LaurMarieK95. • 1 yr. ago. Thank you, I was at sure as I haven't had to pay before.

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  23. GP visit cards for children under 8

    With the GP visit card, your child can visit a participating GP (family doctor) for free and get free specific assessments (see 'What is covered' below). Children aged 6 and 7 now qualify. The GP visit card for children was initially only available for children under the age of 6. On 11 August 2023, it was extended to children who are 6 and 7.

  24. Under 8s GP visit card

    To apply for an under 8s GP visit card by email or post, download and fill in the Under 8s GP Visit Card application form (PDF, 244KB, 4 pages). Download the Irish version of the form. You can also phone 0818 22 44 78 to order an application form in the post.

  25. GPs who accept medical cards or GP visit cards

    Medical card GPs. Over 70s GP visit cards GPs. Under 8s GP visit cards GPs. If your GP of choice is not on the list, they might not currently be accepting additional patients. If you apply online we will contact your preferred GP and ask them to accept you on to their list. If you're applying manually, and you've had a medical or GP visit ...