Health Changes – Budget 2023
GP Visit Card:
The age limit for the GP visit card for children will be extended from those under 6 years of age to those under 8 years of age before the end of 2022 and it will be extended to include those on or below the median income in 2023 – Further Information
In-Patient Hospital Fees:
In-Patient public hospital fees (i.e. €80 per day up to a maximum of €800 in a rolling 12 month period) will be abolished in 2023 – Further Information
Expansion of Free Contraception:
Free contraception will be extended to women aged from 16 to 30 years (previously 17 to 25 years) in 2023 – Further Information
Drug Payment Scheme:
The Drug Payment Scheme threshold will remain at €80 in 2023 – Further Information
Access to IVF Treatment:
Supports will be made available for the first time in 2023 in relation to access to IVF treatment, expanding women’s health hubs and providing additional funding for screening and other women’s health services.