• 42% of Americans oppose Trump tariff plans

    While over 50% of Americans are "comfortable and prepared to support" the majority of President-elect Donald Trump's policies, few are supportive of his anticipated tariff policies. 
  • Tariffs to create 'inefficiencies' in medical supply chain

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  • How 8 ASC leaders are bracing for upcoming supply tariffs

    Several health systems are bracing for potential supply challenges heading into a new presidential term. 
  • The men driving Trump's supply chain policies

    Throughout his campaign and time as President-elect, Donald Trump has issued several proposals regarding the U.S. supply chain, from plans to raise tariffs up to 100% for certain countries to a complete restructuring of the global supply chain. 
  • How the last Trump tariffs impacted the supply chain

    President-elect Donald Trump plans to implement new tariffs against Canada, Mexico and China, three of America's leading trading partners, in a post on social media network Truth Social. 
  • An impending supply chain 'double whammy'

    The U.S. supply chain is preparing itself for two major potential shifts in early 2025, bracing for new Trump-era tariffs partnered with the possibility of a port strike that could begin in mid-January. 
  • What Trump tariffs could mean for US supply costs

    During his campaign, President-elect Donald Trump made several propositions for the economy, including tariffs on foreign-made goods, according to a Nov. 6 report from Forbes.
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    With many procedures and patient care needs continuing to shift out of the hospital, group purchasing organizations (GPOs) remain an essential component in managing costs and maintaining a steady supply chain. However, there are several things ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) should consider to ensure they are making the most out of their GPO partnership.
  • 13 hospitals delaying procedures amid the IV shortage in 10 days

    ASCs and hospitals are facing obstacles in securing IV fluids after flooding produced by Hurricane Helene damaged a Baxter International plant in Marion, N.C., that makes 60% of the nation's IV fluid products. 
  • Could ASCs be more equipped for supply chain crises?

    Many ASCs are encountering difficulties in obtaining IV fluids following the flooding caused by Hurricane Helene, which damaged a Baxter International facility in Marion, N.C., responsible for producing 60% of the country's IV fluid supply. Yet they are often finding ways to obtain and use IV fluids in ways hospitals may fall short.
  • ASCs struck by IV shortage, others brace for impact

    Some ASCs are facing obstacles in securing IV fluids after flooding produced by Hurricane Helene damaged a Baxter International plant in Marion, N.C., that makes 60% of the nation's IV fluid products. 
  • IV shortage: 5 key updates for ASCs

    Hurricane Helene damaged a Baxter plant in Marion, N.C., that makes 60% of the nation's IV fluid products, in September, and hospitals are struggling amid the shortages. 
  • The IV supply crisis: What ASCs need to know 

    Amid the fallout from Hurricane Helene, hospitals across the nation are conserving IV fluids.
  • Medical device manufacturer pays $700K to resolve False Claim allegations

    Medical device maker THD America has agreed to pay $700,000 to settle False Claim Act allegations that claim the company knowingly caused physicians to use incorrect codes to obtain inflated reimbursement from Medicare and state Medicaid programs for the use of its hemorrhoid removal system. 
  • 5 numbers on rising industry costs

    Juggling decreasing reimbursements, increased competition and rising costs is essential for ASC success.
  • ‘Peace of mind’ for ASCs: How certified pre-owned equipment drives quality and savings

    Ambulatory surgery centers across the U.S. are facing challenging market conditions — provider shortages, rising costs and wages, declining reimbursements and more. Prudent financial strategies are increasingly important.
  • What leaders are saying about supply costs

    The cost of medical supplies has been rising due to shortages, supply chain issues and inflation. In conjunction with declining reimbursements and rising practice costs, ASCs are forced to grapple with a tumultuous financial landscape — all while ensuring quality care, patient satisfaction and more.
  • Supply chain job growth on the rise

    As the healthcare industry continues to face pressures from a struggling global supply chain, job openings for supply chain professionals also continue to rise nationwide. 
  • IMBiotechnologies signs agreement with ASC GPO

    Medical device company IMBiotechnologies has signed a supply agreement with group purchasing organization Medicus Management, which currently supplies 20 office-based laboratories and ASCs. 

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