My Health Record

Unless you have opted out, your Benson Radiology report can now be uploaded to your My Health Record

What is My Health Record?

My Health Record is an Australian Government initiative.

It is a digital record of your key health information, such as immunisations, pathology and diagnostic imaging reports, prescription and dispensing information, hospital discharge summaries and more.

My Health Record is a consumer-driven initiative. The information is owned by you and can be managed by you.

But importantly, it is also available to healthcare providers involved in your care, including in the event of an emergency.

Benson Radiology Connects to My Health Record

Benson Radiology connects to My Health Record, which means your diagnostic imaging report (not imaging) will be uploaded and stored in your Record.

If you already have a My Health Record account, your radiology report will be automatically sent.

If you prefer that your examination is not stored against your My Health Record, you can opt out by notifying our staff at the time of your appointment.

Remember, you also have the ability to manage your My Health Record at any time, giving you control over the information you would like stored against your Record.

Your Record does not change the normal distribution of health information

Storing information in your My Health Record does not change the normal distribution of your diagnostic imaging results.

Your report and imaging will still be sent as usual to the clinician that requested your examination with us.

But even though your My Health Record may provide greater access you your health information, it’s important to speak with your clinician about your results.

When a diagnostic imaging report is uploaded, you won’t be able to access the results for seven days. This time allows your healthcare provider to review and discuss the results with you. You will be able to see the report in your record, but will not be able to open the document during this seven-day period.

More information

For more information on managing access, privacy and security of your My Health Record, visit myhealthrecord​.gov​.au or call 1800 723 471