It Seems Even After Changing The Government SA Health Can ’t Stay Out Of The News.

This appeared a few days ago:SA pathology test results delayed by IT systemBy Justin Hendry on May 17, 2018 10:28AM New staff brought in to clear data backlog. SA Health has blamed the "data entry requirements" of a new state-wide pathology system for delays in getting blood test results to patients.Deputy chief executive Don Frater said that "complex initial data-entry requirements ” for the enterprise pathology laboratory information system (EPLIS) meant extended wait times for results.The department said it had brought in 30 staff to try to clear the backlog.“Since the introduction of EPLIS, we have seen the wait times for some laboratory test results increase for hospit als and GPs,” Frater said in a statement.“We know timely test results are essential in providing prompt and appropriate care for patients, and these delays have the potential to impact the level of care being provided.”The department has also set up a taskforce to look into cause of the delays and “recommend any... This is the initial part of the post - read more by clicking on the title of the article. David.
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