Cost Impact
Strategic Value
Low
Best long-term use of budget
1
GOLD STANDARD
In-House Imaging & Reporting
Imaging:
In-house with HNZ staff
Reporting:
In hours with HNZ staff
Complete Control
Quality Assurance
Staff Retention
High Value
Maximum long-term benefit
Medium
FFS and penal rates
2
BEST "OUTSOURCING"
Hybrid Approach
Imaging:
In-house (including out of hours)
Reporting:
FFS report out of hours with HNZ staff
Best Bang for Buck
Flexible Coverage
Cost Effective
Good Value
Strong strategic benefit
High
Significant external costs
3
DEMONSTRATED RISK
External Reporting Model
Imaging:
In-house
Reporting:
Outside of HNZ
SMO Workforce Attrition
Quality Concerns
Proven Risk
Medium Value
Limited strategic benefit
Highest
Maximum external costs
4
WORST OPTION
Full External Model
Imaging:
Outside HNZ
Reporting:
Outside HNZ
Requires MIT Staff
Requires SMO Staff
Staff from HNZ
Low Value
Minimal strategic benefit