POAC Funding of Radiology
Auckland | Waitemata | Counties Manukau
POAC Radiology Services
POAC funding is available to support access to community-based radiology services where required within 48 hours, that will directly assist with clinical management decisions.
Contact POAC (09) 535 7218 or email referral@poac.co.nz
National Community Referred Radiology
POAC aligns criteria with National Community Referred Radiology (CRR). See link below for more information on this national project.
How to Refer
Review radiology access criteria and submit online referral below or email your PMS-generated radiology request.
POAC Funding Exclusions
The following are generally excluded from POAC funding:
ACC or injury-related investigations, except:
If referred by St John or the Emergency Department and require acute radiology
Suspected DVT: POAC will coordinate the scan and cover the ACC co-payment only. All other costs should be submitted under ACC.
Portable X-Ray: Referred by Aged Care Facility or Hospice for non-mobile patients (ACC co-payment funded)
Maternity scans, except:
Suspected ectopic pregnancy (acute; to avoid ED attendance) – requires SMO endorsement
Retained Products of Conception (RPOC)
Clinically urgent scans under the Counties Manukau Health Urgent Maternity Scan service.
Hospital Radiology Contacts
Seek radiology advice about the appropriate imaging to help clarify requirements and referral process.
Auckland 027 491 9589 or (09) 307 2800
Counties Manukau (09) 276‑0044 ext. 53462
Waitemata 021 874 664 or (09) 486 8920 ext 42771