Question seeks data on dialysis treatment in the South West region of WA, including location and projected growth. Answer provides some data but lacks specific location breakdowns and indicates updated projections are underway.

AnsweredQoN 4432Legislative Council
Asked
11 October 2016
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(1) For each 2014-15 and 2015-16, how many South West residents received dialysis treatment: (a) in Bunbury; (b) in Busselton; and (c) in the home? (2) What is the project growth in demand for dialysis in the South West region for the next 10 years?

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Answered
15 November 2016
Responded by
Minister for Planning representing the Minister for Health
Response time
35 days
(1)(a-b) In 2014-15, 53 South West residents received dialysis treatment. In 2015-16, 60 South West residents received dialysis treatment.
This is a contracted service and current reporting does not allow breakdown by site.
(c) In 2014-15 a total of 12 South West residents received dialysis through the Home Therapies Program.
In 2015-16 a total of 12 South West residents received dialysis through the Home Therapies Program.
(2) The WACHS Renal Plan 2010-2021 information indicates 184 residents by 2021. Future projection modelling is being commenced to update the predictions for 2025.

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