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, mobile imaging, urology, gynaecology, cardiac, and general practices – anyone who utilises medical imaging for diagnostic purposes. The accreditation process aims to ensure access to Medicare rebates as well as ensuring all practices meet a set of established safety and quality standards that set a high standard for quality of care and the safety of patients regardless of where the practice is located. This is critical for patient care and peace of mind, as well as creating a healthy competitive environment for the industry – but it’s not a simple process.

As we are sure you have become aware, the diagnostic imaging accreditation process is complex and places a significant administrative process on medical practitioners. This adds to the burden on staff while distracting from scheduled patient care and treatment time.

Easing the Frustration of DIAS Certification

The burden of DIAS certification lies on medical practitioners, but that doesn’t mean that there’s no assistance on hand. With over 20 years of industry experience, the team at Excelsior Accreditation is here to give expert advice and insight into the diagnostic imaging accreditation process, guiding you through this procedure whether you are part of a new practice seeking certification for the first time, an established practice needing to update lapsed certification, or a practice wanting to access the benefits of certification.

To make this as accessible and convenient as possible, we are running a webinar event over Zoom on the 1st of March, 2022. In this event, we will cover all the basics of DIAS, the application process, and ongoing compliance, including:

• What is DIAS and why is it important
• Entry-level versus full-suite standards 
• Accreditation for new practices using medical imaging technology
• Registering for a base or mobile LSPN
• How to obtain or update your LSPN
• Radiation safety requirements for each state or territory
• Your responsibilities in maintaining accreditation
• The benefits of accreditation for consultants

In addition, our specialists can assist you with gaining and maintaining diagnostic imaging accreditation through our professional support services. We can liaise with your team to get the necessary information the process requires and take the administrative burden off your shoulders. We will format your policies and procedures and create relevant, user-friendly policies for all areas of your practice. Additionally, we can manage all aspects of your practice’s compliance for years to come to ensure your practice stays competitive, compliant, and world-class. Contact us today for more information on our upcoming webinar.