Beyond Compliance: How DIAS Accreditation Enhances Patient Care and Staff Safety
While compliance with regulatory standards is undoubtedly essential for healthcare facilities, the benefits of achieving and maintaining DIAS accreditation extend far beyond simply meeting regulatory
Understanding the Critical Role of Radiation Gown Testing in DIAS Accreditation
The healthcare industry is increasingly focused on patient and staff safety. This commitment is reflected in stringent accreditation standards, such as those set forth by
Radiation Gown Testing: A New Service from Excelsior Accreditation
Protecting Healthcare Professionals and Patients The healthcare industry is built on a foundation of patient safety and care provider protection. For those working in diagnostic
Navigating DIAS Accreditation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) accreditation is a critical aspect of ensuring the highest standards of care in medical practices, particularly in the specialised fields
ALARA Rules for Radiation Protection: Safeguarding Medical Professionals
In the ever-evolving landscape of medical technology, the use of ionising radiation has become integral to various diagnostic and treatment procedures. To ensure the safety
ARPANSA – Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Standards in Australia
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) stands as the cornerstone of Australia’s commitment to ensuring the safe use of radiation in various
Excelling in DIAS Consulting: Excelsior Accreditation
In the dynamic landscape of healthcare, maintaining high standards in imaging accreditation is paramount for the safety and well-being of patients. Enter Excelsior Accreditation, a
GP Practices and Point-of-Care Ultrasound: Medicare Benefits and Diagnostic Accreditation Scheme (DIAS)
In the dynamic world of modern healthcare, the role of General Practitioners (GPs) is evolving rapidly. No longer limited to routine check-ups and basic examinations,
Training and Education: A Cornerstone of Effective Radiation Management Plans
Today, the applications of radiation span diverse sectors, from medical diagnostics to industrial operations, nuclear facilities to research institutions. As a result, effective Radiation Management
Radiation Management Plans in Australia: Navigating Compliance Across Various Sectors
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, where cutting-edge technologies play a pivotal role in patient care, the responsible use of radiation-based procedures is crucial. From
Comprehensive Guide to Developing Radiation Management Plans for Medical Practices
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, where cutting-edge technologies play a pivotal role in patient care, the responsible use of radiation-based procedures is crucial. From
The Role of Technology in Achieving and Maintaining DIAS Accreditation for Practices in Australia
Diagnostic imaging plays a critical role in modern healthcare, providing clinicians with vital information to help diagnose and treat patients. However, ensuring that diagnostic imaging
Importance of Policies and Procedures for Diagnostic Imaging Providers
When it comes to diagnostic imaging, ensuring accurate and reliable results is crucial for both patients and healthcare providers. Diagnostic imaging accreditation is a process
Common Challenges Faced by Medical Practices in Achieving and Maintaining Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation in Australia
Diagnostic imaging accreditation (DIAS) is a process through which medical practices can demonstrate that practices meet or exceed specific standards of quality and safety when
Top Tips for Preparing Your Medical Practice for a Successful DIAS Accreditation Assessment
As a medical practice, achieving DIAS accreditation is an important step towards demonstrating your commitment to providing safe and quality care to your patients as
Standard 1.6 – The Healthcare Associated Infection Standard
Any practice using radiography and diagnostic imaging, including, dental practices, urology and obstetrics practices, must adhere to Standard 1.6 for healthcare-associated infection. This is particularly
Radiology Practices and the Importance of Outsourcing DIAS Accreditation
Using or being around industrial radiography equipment is an everyday task for radiology practices, with DIAS accreditation playing an essential role in practice safety and
Radiation Management Plans for Vet Clinics
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare is currently reviewing the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme. Here’s some key insight into what this commission
Be Prepared–Changes are Coming to the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare is currently reviewing the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme. Here’s some key insight into what this commission
Your Guide to the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS)
DIAS is the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme, and certification through this scheme is a regulatory requirement for any imaging service provider that wants to be
There’s No Time to Lose – Keep Your Medicare Eligibility Through DIAS Compliance
On the 23rd of March 2020, the legislation pertaining to DIAS was updated. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has caused considerable disruption to the daily running
Simple, Efficient and Hassle-Free – Professional DIAS Accreditation Services
If you are struggling with the administrative complexity of the DIAS accreditation process, it’s important to know that you don’t need to sort this out
Inside Medicare Eligibility for Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Oncology Services
Due to changes in regulations, any practices offering diagnostic imaging and radiation oncology services must achieve Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) certification. This ensures that
Navigating the Maze of Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation
DIAS certification is the diagnostic imaging accreditation process that all medical imaging practices are required to have to claim from Medicare funding. This includes dental,
A DIAS Accreditation Guide to LSPNs
If you have started the DIAS certification process, you are aware that regulations require an LSPN or Location Specific Practice Number. But what exactly is
When Do You Need a Radiation Safety Plan – And How Can You Get One?
Excelsior Accreditation aims to make life easier for practices by helping you understand the requirements for Radiation Safety Plans. The central issue is that every
Meet the Excelsior Accreditation Team – Director Caroline O’Sullivan
Maintaining DIAS certification is critical for all diagnostic imaging professionals and practices, as it maintains access to Medicare rebates, helps improve and standardise practice processes,
How to Regain DIAS Certification for Your Medical Practice
Maintaining DIAS certification is critical for all diagnostic imaging professionals and practices, as it maintains access to Medicare rebates, helps improve and standardise practice processes,
How to Find a Suitable DIAS Accreditation Partner
If your practice offers diagnostic imaging services and you want to stay competitive, compliant with the highest standards for patient care, and remain eligible for
What Information Do DIAS Accreditation Specialists Need?
The process of achieving and maintaining DIAS certification is fairly complex, placing a high administrative burden on medical professionals. While professional services can help make
The Ins and Outs of Capital Sensitivity
Capital Sensitivity linksthe effective life of equipment to the payment of Medicare Benefits. Practices must upgrade or replace their equipment to ensure their services remain
DIAS Accreditation for General Practitioners Using Ultrasound
The use of ultrasound has become increasingly popular for General Practitioners (GPs), especially those located in more remote or rural areas. Here’s some insight into
DIAS Accreditation During COVID-19
All medical practices offering diagnostic imaging services are required to becomeDIAS accredited to continue to maintain Medicare eligibility. This includes General Practitioners offering ultrasound services,
What is the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS)?
The Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) is your direct link to Medicare funding as an imaging services provider. Providers that are planning to render services
Spectrum Magazine – May 2021
This week Excelsior Accreditation featured in Spectrum, the official magazine of the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (ASMIRT), with director Caroline O’Sullivan
Smooth the Way with Professional DIAS Accreditation Services
Caught up in the administrative puzzle that is the DIAS accreditation process? Did you know that you can have a professional team of administrative specialists
What is a LSPN and What Does it Mean for DIAS Accreditation
A LSPN or Location Specific Practice Number is used by the government to identify practices that provide diagnostic imaging services (including radiation oncology services). In
Ensure Medicare Eligibility for Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Oncology Services
If your practice is providing diagnostic imaging and radiation oncology services, it is important to ensure that you achieve the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS)
#4 Benefits of DIAS Accreditation
As a medical professional running an active practice in Australia, you’re well aware of the need to ensure your business achieves and maintains its DIAS
Changes in Legislation: DIAS Compliance Has Become Serious
As of 23rd March 2020, the legislation pertaining to DIAS was updated. While the DIAS Standards have not changed, the legislation update has resulted in
COVID Relief for DIAS Re-Assessments: Time is running out
Measures have been introduced to support diagnostic imaging practices providing Medicare-funded services under the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) to continue to maintain their accreditation
8 Frequently Asked Questions About DIAS Accreditation
Since 2010, any practice providing diagnostic imaging services has been required to get a Location Specific Practice Number (LSPN) and accreditation through the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) for the practice to maintain eligibility to Medicare benefits.
Get a Prescription for that DIAS Certification Headache
While the aims behind the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) are necessary and important, the process of acquiring accreditation can become a nightmare for already busy medical professionals servicing their communities.
