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  • 16-12-2014 4:55pm
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    The One Doctor
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    Do you have to pay for the time in hospital? My girlfriend is due shortly and I've just realised that I've no idea whether labour, delivery and aftercare including a night or two stay is free or not. We have no medical insurance and are with the Rotunda.

    Any ideas?


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    Dolbert
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    Nope, it's all free! I had a 3 night stay in the Rotunda public and didn't have to pay anything. We were delighted with the care too.


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    The One Doctor
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    Dolbert wrote: »
    Nope, it's all free! I had a 3 night stay in the Rotunda public and didn't have to pay anything. We were delighted with the care too.

    Thanks, that sets my mind at ease!


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    73trix
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    I went public. Ended up a week in hospital. Didn't cost me a penny and excellent care.


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    January
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    There are no stupid questions!


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    Weyhey
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    I know the op is probably a parent by now but just in case anyone else reads this thread - maternity services via the public system are only free (or rather paid for by the state) if you are 'ordinarily resident' in Ireland.

    I also agree with the others the standard of care received is normally excellent.

    http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/health/women_s_health/maternity_and_infant_welfare_services.html


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