Chris FlemingA shortage of competent staff, asbestos issues, outdated computer systems and chronic waiting lists have led to Dunedin Hospital’s radiology service losing its accreditation status. IANZ’s patience wore out last month and it stripped the radiology service’s accreditation. While all radiology department services are operational, not being accredited means the SDHB cannot claim ACC revenue of about $300,000 a year. Hospital radiology services are not mandated by the Ministry of Health so there is no requirement for DHB hospitals to be accredited, Dr Richards said. However, Dr Richards said the SDHB faced the same issue as all radiology services nationwide — finding staff.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 23, 2018 16:07 UTC