2 June 2022
The Western Sydney Primary Health Network (WSPHN) and Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) have partnered with Mobile Radiology Australia (MRA) to provide free diagnostic imaging services to patients as part of the Western Sydney Care Collective (WSCC) program.
In 2021, the WSPHN annual Needs Assessment showed a clear need for mobile imaging services within Western Sydney, with 25% of GPs stating that when they visit patients in aged care facilities it is difficult (15%) or very difficult (10%) to access x-ray and ultrasound services when needed.
The MRA service aims to reduce the number of patients presenting to the emergency department or other hospital facilities for imaging services that could be provided externally. This will alleviate the pressure on hospitals and prevent unnecessary ambulance transfers and hospital visits for patients. Available from the comfort of a patient’s own home, the service is available to all Western Sydney residents free of charge and is bulk-billed under Medicare.
Mobile Radiology Australia offers x-ray and ultrasound examinations within 24 hours or the next business day of receiving a signed request. They also offer a direct line to their radiographer for GPs to discuss urgent cases when needed.
MRA provides priority diagnostic imaging x-ray and ultrasound imaging, reading and reporting services.
Hours of operation:
X-ray and ultrasound service hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Referral
MRA can receive referrals from local GPs, Patient Centred Medical Homes (PCMH), Residential Aged Care Facilities and Hospital in the Home (HITH) services, and is bulk billed under Medicare.
You can forward a completed and signed MRA referral form to:
- Fax: 02 8367 6424
- Email: requests@mraus.net.au
You can also make a booking online at mobileradiologyaustralia.com.au/make-a-booking
If you have any questions about the service, please contact MRA on info@mra.com.au or 1300 850 405. You can also visit their website at mobileradiologyaustralia.com.au