Healthcare Purchasing News articles from February 2004

Healthcare Purchasing News archives from February 2004

A challenge.(From the Publisher)
February 1, 2004

Fast stats.(News)
February 1, 2004

Parker Laboratories, Inc. presents charitable gift.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

WellPoint Health sees costs easing in 2004.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

U.S. awards Tenet whistleblowers $8.1 million.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

IHS selects MedAssets as supply chain partner.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

ALARIS recognized by institute for safe medication practices.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

Veridien adds Hepatitis A, B and C kill claims to its FDA drug listed products.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

Health care spending increases for 6th year.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

McKesson selected by Department of Veterans Affairs.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

Atlantic Ultraviolet Corporation's 40th anniversary.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

Government sues Ernst & Young over hospital accounting.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

Inadequate capital spending threatens hospitals' ability to meet future demands.(Newswire)
February 1, 2004

Supply chain logistics: going soft on the supply chain can save money.(News on the Cover)(Cover Story)
February 1, 2004

Johnson & Johnson launches self-distribution program.(News)
February 1, 2004

Web-based supply chain management system saves cancer research center $2.2 million.(What Works)
February 1, 2004

Manmade spinal discs hold promise for back patients.(Outpatient Connection)
February 1, 2004

New study increases heart scan's role in predicting risk of heart attack.(Outpatient Connection)
February 1, 2004

Private labeling on the upswing.(Operating Room)
February 1, 2004

Hospital infection control methods need updating.(Infection control Update)
February 1, 2004

CDC points to successful strategy for combating HIV transmission.(Infection control Update)
February 1, 2004

CS playing mixed role in purchasing process.(Infection Connection)
February 1, 2004

Diverse competencies are required for central service success.(Self-study Series)
February 1, 2004

2004 annual meeting aims to bridge knowledge gaps.(IAHCSMM Viewpoint)
February 1, 2004

What is the Spaulding Rule? Sterility maintenance vs packaging.(CS questions * CS answers)
February 1, 2004

HPN's guide to gloves 2004.(Operating Room)
February 1, 2004

Supermax.(Corporate Profiles)
February 1, 2004

BarrierMed Glove Co.[R].(Corporate Profiles)
February 1, 2004

Ansell.(Corporate Profiles)
February 1, 2004

Medline.(Corporate Profiles)
February 1, 2004

Cardinal Health.(Corporate Profiles)
February 1, 2004

Regent Medical.(Corporate Profiles)
February 1, 2004

Standard Malaysian Glove (SMG).(Corporate Profiles)
February 1, 2004

St Med.(Corporate Profiles)
February 1, 2004

Implementing par level inventory controls and increasing customer satisfaction.(AHRMM Ideas)
February 1, 2004

Biomet gets clearance for femur device.(New Technology)
February 1, 2004

AMA establishes unique CPT code for hemodialysis access system.(New Technology)
February 1, 2004

Arthroscopy sector scopes out tech advancements.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Mask harness.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Bathing system.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Lockers.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Comfort clog.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Compact cart.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Bed rail.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Paperless tracking system.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Waterless hand sanitizers.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Waterproof medical keyboard.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Sharpen/repair tags.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

User friendly computer cart.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Safety epidural needle.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

ProTechTM wire sterilization baskets.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Handheld oximeter.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Individual Instrument Tracking Module--(ITM).(New Products)
February 1, 2004

PolarCath[TM] Peripheral Dilatation System.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Anesthesia and Supply Carts.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Thermal comfort.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Aloetouch exam gloves.(New Products)
February 1, 2004

Worth repeating.
February 1, 2004

Do you feel the tremors?(People & Opinions)
February 1, 2004

The importance of a clear mission and vision.(Having my Say)
February 1, 2004

Even once is too many.(Readers Respond)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004

Gloves and safety culture in hospitals.(Readers Respond)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004