To inform imaging practices of the revision of the national diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) for nuclear medicine and positron emission tomography (PET).

The advisory clarifies how diagnostic imaging practices apply Standard 2.4 Medication Management when imaging occurs in association with a surgical or interventional procedure.

The advisory clarifies the required evidence for Standard 3.2, Optimised Radiation Technique Charts.

The advisory provides information about the use of attestation letters as evidence of an equipment service provider’s qualifications, training, and licencing.

To advise diagnostic imaging practices of the requirements for Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme Standard 1.6: Health-care Associated Infection. Specifically, the requirements for high-level disinfection of semi-critical reusable medical devices in diagnostic imaging.

To clarify the requirements for conducting comparisons of radiation dose levels and administered activity for imaging procedures against the Australian national diagnostic reference levels (DRLs).

This advisory sets out the standardised repeat assessment processes for accrediting agencies and general practices under the National General Practice Accreditation (NGPA) Scheme.

To clarify the requirements for accrediting agencies and general practices to request for extensions and appeals under the National General Practice Accreditation (NGPA) Scheme.