101 Hospitals covered. 33 cardiac procedures in the two private hospitals specialising in heart disease. Same as VHI, except 76 Hospitals covered. Doctor visits, X-rays, physiotherapy, Casualty dept. 1,355 consultants covered.
Charges vary according to plan and whether the coverage is group or individual.
Even after choosing a plan, there are options for increased coverage at additional cost. Contact each company for their latest brochure, or check out their Web sites. Major expenses such as hospital visits are billed directly to the health insurer. A standard visit to a doctor costs about 25 pounds, though in parts of Dublin it can be higher. In Ireland doctors still make house calls and there is no extra charge.