A 49-hospital health system dramatically reduced medical waste and saved $4.9 million by implementing a strategic electrophysiology equipment reprocessing program that balanced environmental sustainability, financial innovation and quality care.
Medical device reprocessing offers a promising approach as a pathway to both cost reduction and environmental stewardship without compromising patient care.
Electrophysiology (EP) labs have historically generated significant medical waste through single-use equipment. But an EP reprocessing program can reduce the cost of a catheter by more than 50%.
However, reprocessing initiatives can face significant challenges, including:
- Physician engagement
- Safety and quality concerns
- Logistical supply chain issues
These obstacles require a strategic, collaborative approach that address both technical and cultural barriers to implementing a sustainable reprocessing model.
By partnering with Advantus Health Partners, one health system overcame both technical and cultural barriers to implement a comprehensive medical device reprocessing program. In four years, the initiative
- Drove $ 4.9 million in savings
- Diverted more than 19,000 pounds of waste from landfills
- Prevented over 11,000 pounds of CO2 emissions—all while maintaining high-quality patient care and creating a more sustainable approach to medical equipment management.
Get the details on how they overcame these challenges to implement a successful EP reprocessing program that generated significant savings.
