Baton Rouge, Lousiana
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Thousands of dollars could be being wasted even at smaller clinics if their medical waste is not being handled properly. Although they may be found in compliance because they’re not throwing regulated waste in the trash, they could be spending a lot more money on medical waste disposal than they really need to. All clinics will want to make sure they review their waste disposal policies periodically to ensure they’re using the red biohazard bags only for the waste that needs to be in them.
How are Clinics Wasting Money?
Small to medium-sized clinics often don’t realize they’re wasting a lot of money with the items they place in the medical waste bins. Often, personnel will err on the side of caution and place items in the bins that don’t have to be there. This adds to the weight of the bin when it’s picked up, and the heavier the bins are, the more it’s going to cost for the items to be disposed of. Over time, this can add up to quite a bit of money for the clinic; money that could be well-spent elsewhere.
How Much Money Could a Clinic be Wasting?
Regular waste taken away from a clinic generally costs under 10 cents per pound to deal with, but medical waste, which needs to be handled carefully to prevent the spread of infectious diseases and other issues, can cost up to 50 cents per pound. Looking at just a pound of waste, it doesn’t seem like that big of a difference, but it adds up quickly.
For clinics, 1,000 pounds of regular trash would cost up to $100 to get rid of. The same weight of regulated medical waste could cost as much as $500 to dispose of. When items are placed in the medical waste bins instead of trash bins and they don’t need to be, they’re adding to the cost to remove the medical waste, which is far more expensive than the regular trash the items could go into.
What Should Go into Red Biohazard Bags?
The only items that should go into the red biohazard bags are waste items that are regulated by the state the clinic is located in. The exact waste that needs to be placed in the bag can vary between states, but most of them include anything that is soaked with blood or other bodily fluids that are regulated. Just because an item is contaminated doesn’t mean it’s contaminated enough to be regulated, so understanding the difference is vital.
Regular trash should never go into biohazard bags; these items should be placed in a regular trash receptacle. Trash that has small traces of blood or other bodily fluids should go in the regular trash receptacles as well since these items are not part of the medical waste that is regulated. They should be handled carefully, but they are not contaminated enough to need to be disposed of in the red biohazard bags.
Clinics should have a list of what needs to be placed in the red biohazard bags easily accessible for personnel to check to make sure they know what should and shouldn’t be placed in these bags. The information should be clear and easy to understand so the staff can understand what trash is regulated and what trash can go in standard trash bins. When instructions are clear, the staff members know exactly what needs to go in the red biohazard bags and what doesn’t so they don’t add in unregulated medical waste by just guessing.
Regular Checks and Training Ensure Reduced Waste Expenses
Clinics will want to perform regular checks for the biohazard waste disposal to ensure the amount of trash that doesn’t belong in these bags is minimized. Although it might not be possible to completely eliminate the extra trash in the biohazard bags or prior to the biohazard sharps container disposal, regularly checking the contents and reviewing the training with personnel can help significantly.
Clinics should check their biohazard waste bins for non-regulated medical waste at least once per year to see what is really getting put into these bins. If there is trash found in the bins that does not belong, they should provide added training for all personnel. The training should cover what is regulated medical waste, what should be in the bins for biohazard disposal, and how to minimize the trash that’s placed in the bins when it shouldn’t be.
Many times, biohazard waste disposal companies can provide added assistance with checking medical waste and training personnel. This can help minimize the costs associated with non-regulated trash being placed in the red biohazard bags and ensures the medical waste disposal company only has to handle regulated medical waste when they collect the bags for disposal.
Investigate Available Options for Waste Disposal to Save Money
Clinics will want to look for medical waste disposal companies that service their area to ensure they find the right company to minimize expenses. They might want to consider how the medical waste will be handled between their clinic and the medical waste management facility. This can have an impact on the amount they spend for red biohazard bags disposal.
Some companies will provide boxes to pack the medical waste and have it shipped to the medical waste management facility. Other companies will have the clinic pack the waste and have it ready to be picked up by the company. Clinics will want to make sure they know how to properly pack the medical waste for shipment or pickup depending on the option they choose.
The right tactics can help clinics reduce their costs for biohazard disposal significantly by ensuring only regulated medical waste is placed in the bags or bins for disposal. Any clinic that needs further assistance minimizing excess costs or disposing of their medical waste properly can contact National Bio-CARE for help right away. We handle the disposal of regulated medical waste in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas, and we offer a FREE Quote so clinics can see how much money they could save.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Here are some of the questions people frequently asked. If you have a question that isn't addressed here, please give us a call at (877) 941-5001.
What do I do with the sharps containers?
Sharps are the needles, lances, scalpels, broken glass, etc. that are contaminated with blood or bodily fluids. These need to be placed in the approved sharps container. When full, close the top and secure with locking tab. Tape close to be sure the container doesn’t open during handling and transport. Place the full sharps container in provided disposal box or tote.
Why do you cost less than the other companies?
We charge you for the services you need, not for a bunch of stuff you don’t need and will not use. Additionally, We don’t have the overhead like the big boys in the market do. We use smaller trucks, so we are more efficient getting in and out medical offices and around town. We have less corporate heads to pay, and we operate as a small, family run, and locally operated company. This all adds up to savings passed on to the customer.
Do you provide the red bags?
We provide the cardboard disposal box which comes with a leak tight, red bag for you to put your exam room / lab area waste in. For the individual waste cans in each of the procedure areas, you should order those from your medical supply company, it’s less expensive and they carry a large quantity of different sizes.
How much does your service cost?
It depends on the type, quantity, and frequency of waste to be picked up, as well as location. Some of our services cost as little as $19.00 month. Some customers have the full suite of services, twice a month pick-up, with multiple containers and pay $350 a month. Please fill out the quote request form and we will contact you about your waste disposal needs.
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How Soon Can You Come?
Usually within 7 days. We have regularly scheduled, dedicated routes. We can place you on the soonest available pick up in your area. We also offer emergency, off route services as well. Please contact our Route Manager for more information.
What do I put in the medical waste transport container?
You should check with your company policy and procedures and see if this is specifically outlined. A broad answer to this is:
1) take the red bag form the individual rooms and secure it closed with tape, or tie a knot, then place in the container.
2) sharps container with lid closed, and taped to prevent accidental opening, can be placed in the transport box or tote.
What do I do with the expired pharmaceuticals, or drug samples?
PLEASE protect our environment and do not flush down the drain, Do not put them in the medical waste bins. Please contact our office and we will assist you. Most expired medicines can be disposed of with minimal effort. We have a special container for pharmaceuticals. Some of the schedule/classed drugs must be handled by a DEA approved contractor. Whatever you have we have your solution!
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The pandemic of COVID-19 has caused a strain on the United States healthcare sector. Moreover, it has put the economy in standstill and affected nearly every business. These types of biohazards are incredibly contagious and can cause an outbreak within your facility.
National Bio-CARE provides disinfection services targeting COVID-19 for dental, medical facilities, office complexes, retail, and restaurants. Facilities which use this service can advertise their place of work has been properly disinfected with a certificate of disinfection.
Since 1997, National Bio-CARE has provided biohazard remediation services.
