POAC will fund community ultrasound investigation of suspected DVT where:

1. Patient presents with signs/symptoms of DVT, AND

2. One of the following:

• Pregnant or Superficial Thrombophlebitis or Upper Limb or Repeat scan required within 7-10 days (as advised by haematology/thrombosis), OR

• Wells Score >2 (see here), OR

• Elevated d-dimer (age-adjusted if 50+ years lab d-dimer)

  Age	D-Dimer
  <50	>500
  51-60	>600
  61-70	>700
  71-80	>800
  81-90	>900
  >90	>1000

Important notes:

Delayed ultrasound: Consider anticoagulation (refer Healthpathway)

Bilateral limb ultrasound: Requires haematology endorsement

Exclude Red Flags: If any concerns regarding PE, discuss with Haematology prior to referring to POAC

NOTE: Refer to POAC terms and conditions of use and ensure patient is eligible for public health funding.