The new five-year agreement is expected to be worth approximately $175 million over time. As of March 31, 2014, SCA owned and operated a national network of 175 ambulatory surgery centers and surgical hospitals in 34 states.
“Medline consistently helps us provide more efficient service to our physicians and patients,” said Vice President of Supply Chain for SCA Chris Klassen. “Medline’s manufacturer-direct model and supply chain efficiencies help reduce our cost and at the same time enhance our service levels and improve our profitability in a period when all healthcare providers are facing significant economic challenges.”
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