Q.  My husband has just lost his job, so I think that we will qualify for a medical card now. What is the best way to apply?

04.09.11

The quickest way is to apply online at  www.medicalcard.ie . If you are eligible you will be able to print out an application pack, which you then sign and return to the HSE at the address below. If your income is too high, you will be able to see this immediately and the HSE will provide you with an assessment of your application within fifteen days.

You can also download a medical card application form from the HSE website or get a form from your local health office or Citizens Information Centre. Completed forms should be sent to: Client Registration Unit, Finglas, Dublin 11. If you have any questions before you send your application Lo-call 1890 252 919 or, for Donegal residents, contact the Medical Card section in Ballybofey on 074913139. If you are over the income guidelines you may still be eligible on a discretionary basis and you should contact your Local Health Office. If you do not qualify for a medical card, you will be automatically assessed for a GP Visit Card. This covers the cost of visits to your GP, but not any prescriptions that you may need.

Citizens Information: Buncrana 074 9363496; Carndonagh 074 9373741

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