Question regarding the operational status, capacity, and patient waiting list of the renal dialysis facility at Fitzroy Crossing. The facility is operational, running at full capacity, with a waiting list of 18 patients.

AnsweredQoN 4855Legislative Assembly
Asked
12 March 2019
Portfolio
Deputy Premier; Minister for Health; Mental Health

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I refer to the renal dialysis facility at Fitzroy Crossing, and I ask: (a) Is the facility currently operating: (i) If no to (a), why not; (ii) If no to (a), when is it expected to be in operation; (iii) If yes to (a), since when has the facility been operating; and (iv) If yes to (a), who operates the facility; (b) How many patients, per day, can the facility accommodate; (c) What is the facility’s average running capacity, as a percentage; (d) What is the average waiting time for a new patient to be admitted and treated at the facility; and (e) How many patients are currently on the waiting list to be admitted and treated at the facility?

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Answered
7 May 2019
Response time
12 days
I am advised that:
(a) Yes.
(i)-(ii) Not applicable.
(iii) 27 March 2018.
(iv) Kimberley Renal Service.
(b) 8.
(c) 100%.
(d) Since commencement in March 2018, the facility has run at 100% occupancy with restricted patient flow.
(e) 18 patients, with 12 waiting in Broome and Derby and 6 in Perth.

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