The HSE confirmed an audit for Naas General Hospital over its handling of NTPF funds. Concerns were raised about the governance and use of these funds, particularly following issues at Children's Hospital Ireland and Beaumont Hospital. Specifically, Beaumont Hospital allegedly billed the NTPF for patients seen in regular clinics as additional services, raising questions of accountability. Despite these concerns, NTPF executives defended their oversight processes, asserting that their invoicing practices were appropriately followed, emphasizing their intent to address any discrepancies instead of admitting to systemic failures.
Fiona Brady stated that Beaumont Hospital billed the NTPF for patients seen in core clinics as if they were additional, raising concerns about funding governance.
The HSE chief confirmed an audit of Naas General Hospital regarding the governance of NTPF funding after issues were raised in correspondence with the regional executive officer.
Fiona Brady emphasized that she noticed Beaumont Hospital had not applied for insourcing funding, despite using approximately €8m in the previous year.
Deputy Sherlock questioned the NTPF's claimed safeguards in light of emerging issues, particularly regarding funding used by Beaumont Hospital.
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