| 1. When shopping for supplies, you can often find | | | | and it's something that will give you significant value for |
| "generic" products at substantial discounts...even as | | | | the money. I nearly purchased two exam tables when |
| much as 50% less than you'd get them at a medical or | | | | I first opened. But when I compared them to new |
| specialty supply houses. For example: toilet paper, | | | | tables, including my chipping cost, I was only going to |
| tissue and paper towels (yes, even those for wall | | | | save about $200.00 per table. Instead, I purchased |
| dispensers) are available at Costco. Also look for your | | | | new, which included a table better suited to my patient |
| cleaning supplies. You'll pay a premium at medical | | | | population, free delivery and set up, and a warranty. |
| supply houses. | | | | Take all your cost into consideration - it's not just about |
| 2. eBay: I often get supplies/equipment on ebay. For | | | | money. |
| example, I have a Braun Ear Thermometer which I | | | | 5. Office furnishings can come from you state surplus |
| paid about $40.00 less than I could have purchased it | | | | program if they have one. I found excellent waiting |
| from a medical supplier. I continue to get the probe | | | | room chairs for about a quarter of what I would have |
| covers for about 50% less on eBay. | | | | paid purchasing them new. Bargains can be had on file |
| 3. Often used medical equipment can be purchased | | | | cabinets, desks, tables, bookcases and more. |
| directly from offices that are closing. They are often in | | | | Watching cost directly impacts the survival and |
| great condition, a good price and you are helping out a | | | | profitability of your business. In today's economic |
| fellow provider. Check eBay and Craig's list. | | | | climate it makes sense to spend money wisely, both at |
| 4. Shop carefully at medical supply liquidators. You will | | | | home and in your business. |
| need to make sure the item is in good working order, | | | | |