WORK on integration of diagnostic images into the Gillard
government's personally controlled e-health record scheme is yet to
commence, despite the system being due for operational launch on July 1.
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists says it has
been involved with the National E-Health Transition Authority's
diagnostic services reference group for some years, but work has not
progressed beyond a draft plan.
While private pathology and radiology providers have long been able to
send their test results to doctors electronically, and digital imaging
and picture archival systems allow labs and doctors to exchange x-rays
and scans, Nehta ruled diagnostic imaging out of scope for the lead
PCEHR implementation sites until "more work can be done on defining a
model of access".
The college and the Australian Diagnostic Imaging Association developed
the work plan, in conjunction with Nehta, with the aim of building on
the "extensive work" previously undertaken by the sector to support
e-health initiatives...
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