Budgeting for PACS
- Author:
LH Sim
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
PACS, budget, radiology, purchase
- From:Biomedical Imaging and Intervention Journal
2008;4(4):1-7
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
There are a number of models for the acquisition of digital image management systems. The specific details for
development of a budget for a PACS/RIS acquisition will depend upon the acquisition model – although there are
similarities in the overarching principles and general information, particularly concerning the radiology service
requirements that will drive budget considerations.
While budgeting for PACS/RIS should follow the same principles as budgeting for any new technology, it is
important to understand how far the implementation of digital image management systems can reach in a healthcare
setting. Accurate identification of those elements of the healthcare service that will be affected by a PACS/RIS
implementation is a critical component of successful budget formation and of the success of any business case and subsequent project that relies on those budget estimates.
A budget for a PACS/RIS capital acquisition project should contain capital and recurrent elements. The capital is
associated with the acquisition of the system in a purchase model and capital budget may also be required for upgrade – depending upon a facility’s financial management processes.
The recurrent (or operational) cost component for the PACS/RIS is associated with maintaining the system(s) in a
sustainable operational state.
It is also important to consider the service efficiencies, cost savings and service quality improvements that
PACS/RIS can generate and include these factors into the economic analysis of any proposal for a PACS/RIS project.
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