Tauernklinikum: Crisis management for Pinzgau - what is the case for us?

Tauernklinikum: Crisis management for Pinzgau - what is the case for us?

The health infrastructure in Pinzgau faces a striking change. As the Krone , the Tauernklinikum with its locations in Zell am See and Mittersill is now being integrated under the roof of the country. Negotiations for precise integration should be continued by September, which is of great importance for the entire region. Because the Tauernklinikum employs around 1200 people who will be affected by this restructuring.

A central point of these changes is the transfer of 100% of the company shares to the country. This procedure became necessary because in the past few years concerns have repeatedly been loud that there could have been a mixing of public and private medicine. The Tauernklinikum, which is a subsidiary of "Health Innergebirg", is still criticized. The annual agreement of the private clinic on Ritzensee in Saalfelden and the Tauern diagnostics that have been affiliated since 2019 also expires in 2026.

the structural change in Saalfelden

The developments raise questions about the future of care in Saalfelden. In particular, the annual agreement for the Saalfelden location arouses the minds of the residents, because it also expires in 2026. In the room there is the possibility that the private clinic will consider splitting. This uncertainty ensures that those affected fear that savings at the location could be saved, especially in radiological care - a topic that affects many patients and their relatives.

one of the background information. The Ministry of Social Affairs emphasizes that this reform is necessary in order to counter problems such as high costs by overburdened hospitals and the aging of the population. From 2028, the health and care sector will be provided with additional 2 billion euros annually in order to continue to guarantee medical care. It is primarily about strengthening the resident area and the expansion of digital offers, which will be an advantage for many patients:

The role of Tauern diagnostics

Another important player in this health restructuring is Tauern diagnostics that specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases. Since her integration, it has played a central role in the care of the population in Pinzgau. Nevertheless, it remains to be seen how the changes to their services and thus on the patient:

Overall, the situation in Pinzgau is tense, and everyone involved hopes for quick and constructive solutions. The coming months will be decisive to make the health infrastructure in the region future -proof and to maintain the quality of the supply permanently. Many citizens are now required to get involved and to express what is important to them in health care.