An internal Children's Health Ireland (CHI) report from 2021 raised serious concerns about the misuse of waiting list funds, prompting HSE officials to involve gardaí for a potential criminal investigation. The report indicated that a particular consultant improperly followed procedures while receiving over €34,000 in additional fees for weekend clinics. The findings are significant enough that they will also be referred to the Medical Council, highlighting the urgency of addressing the financial concerns raised in the healthcare system.
The internal report uncovered that one consultant earned over €34,000 in top-up fees for weekend clinics without adhering to established procedures.
HSE officials have decided to refer the findings of the Children's Health Ireland report to the Medical Council and meet with gardaí for a criminal investigation.
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