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Vizient Members Adopt Energy Best Practices to Drive $3.7M in Budget Savings
Hospitals are among the most intensive consumers of energy in the United States, with 3 to 5 percent of their annual budget going to energy costs.
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Vizient’s Drug Price Forecast Shines Light on Key Pharmacy Trends
The volatility in drug pricing has health system pharmacists asking important questions: How can I keep up with all of the changes in drug pricing and utilization that are affecting my budget?
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It’s Time for Efficient Construction Project Delivery
Renovation, repair and maintenance projects represent the bulk of a facility’s management budget at any given hospital. These projects span everything from new curbing and sidewalks to internal renovations and HVAC systems.
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A Growing Focus on Aggregation as a Path to Lowering the Total Cost of Care
The Association for Healthcare Resource & Materials Management (AHRMM) recently projected that the cost of medical supplies will surpass labor as the biggest expense for hospitals and health systems by 2020.