Outfitting Your Integrated OR Without Overspending

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Outfitting Your Integrated OR Without Overspending
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By Vikki Harmonay
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The cost of upgrading capital equipment for ORs
and ambulatory surgery centers is getting higher
and higher. Unfortunately, the margins for these
same centers are tight, so the last thing you
want to do is overpay for equipment or
over-outfit your OR. Fortunately, there are
proven ways to plan for a capital equipment spend
without spending more than budgeted. Its all
about doing your due diligence and sharpening
your negotiating skills.
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• When surgical facility leaders are budgeting for
  and purchasing capital equipment, there are
  several key areas to consider
• How easy it is to use?
• How much training is necessary and how many staff
  members will need to be trained?
• How many staff members will be associated with
  using the equipment?
• Will the staff operate the equipment from a
  single site? Will you need more than one X-ray
  tech?
• Its also important to review the reliability and
  track record of existing equipment, before
  deciding what equipment you actually need. For
  example, if you have a piece of equipment that is
  not working much of the time, youre losing money
  when its not operational. You need dependable
  medical imaging devices for optimum earning.

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You also need to consider the warranty coverage
for any new equipment you purchase. As a rule, a
12-month warranty is offered, but you can try to
negotiate for 18 or even 24 months. Another way
to save money is to buy used or refurbished
capital equipment. You still get the performance
you want with excellent warranties and you can
save money and get the equipment more quickly.
Another cost-saving idea is to bundle your
purchases whenever possible. Its also wise to
take the time to talk to your peers about what
has worked for them. You can learn from their
mistakes and avoid your own!
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Talk To An Expert
The medical imaging experts at Atlantis Worldwide
are happy to help you with your planning, answer
questions and help you find affordable solutions.
Give us a call today Contact Us Today!
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