Supplies are one of the top expenses for hospital systems who are looking for ways to reduce costs while also improving the quality of care. Beyond negotiating lower pricing for supplies, healthcare systems need to focus on the clinical benefits and overall impact in their product selection process to maximize the value of the medical supplies in use.
Heightened safety concerns have highlighted the importance of single use medical supplies to protect hospital workers and streamline workflow. Supplies need to reduce contamination and also hold up to use in challenging hospital environments. Careful selection of products with the best durability and performance will minimize costs and potential waste.
Healthcare Purchasing News offered further insight on more of these initiatives, read about them here: https://www.hpnonline.com/sourcing-logistics/article/21159604/four-ways-highquality-medical-supplies-can-help-reduce-the-cost-of-care
