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Understanding Medical Waste Services: What to Expect from Your Provider
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, medical waste management is a critical aspect that cannot be overlooked. Healthcare providers and health systems generate a substantial amount of waste daily, much of which is hazardous and poses a risk to both public...
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The Medical Waste Processing Equipment That Gets Results
In terms of the most modern, innovative and state-of-the-art medical waste processing equipment, only a handful of companies deliver on promises when it comes to equipment that is reliable, dependable, long-lasting and cost-effective. Choosing carefully in this regard...
6 Things to Know About Medical Waste Contracts
When a medical care provider first opens for business, he or she must establish good medical waste handling and disposal strategies. Whether you are running a doctor’s office, dental practice, clinical lab, or the like, you are responsible for knowing all of the...
Stages of Medical Waste Disposal
Medical waste disposal is heavily regulated. It is important to understand what is involved in this process, from collection to disposal, so your office can stay compliant with regulations and avoid costly fines and potential litigation. Collecting & Separating...
Medical Waste: What to Watch Out For With Your Pickups
In most medical practices, facilities, and labs, there are usually two options for medical waste treatment and disposal: Hiring a third-party carrier to transport the medical waste first to a treatment facility and then to landfill, OR choosing a state-approved onsite...
Household Sharps Disposal
Not all Sharps usage is within medical facilities. While household Sharps such as syringes, needles and pen needles are commonly utilized across the country, the disposal of them vary depending on which state a patient lives in. Most states allow residents to dispose...
Nursing Home Medical Waste
When considering proper medical-waste management, nursing homes face major liability challenges. Despite often-times having a lack of resources and handling the more complex situations of caring for the elderly, nursing homes are held to the same cradle-to-grave...