Supply chain issues have plagued the U.S. economy since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down much of the world. Now, with the Russian invasion of Ukraine on top of a new surge in China, different areas of the supply chain are being tested.

ASCs in the South and Midwest pay the most for drugs and supplies, according to VMG Health's "Multi-Specialty ASC Benchmarking Study" for 2022.

Medical software company and Global Healthcare Exchange subsidiary Explorer Surgical is partnering with pediatric orthopedic medical devicemaker Pega Medical.

Four experts spoke with Becker's Hospital Review on how the Russian-Ukrainian conflict will affect the country's supply chain. 

When looking for ways to increase efficiency in your facility, make sure to review your supplier strategies and consider using a single source provider.

Supply costs make up a median 28 percent of an ASC's revenue, according to Avanza's "2022 Key ASC Benchmarks and Industry Figures" report.

The FDA and the medical device industry reached an agreement on key points of the fifth iteration of the Medical Device User Fee Amendments, Politico reported March 11.

Healthcare automation company Global Healthcare Exchange on March 8 released its list of the best 50 hospital and health system supply chains.

The beginning of March has already seen two supply-chain-related acquisitions, and a new surgical device could be nearing full market approval.

Surgical robotics and medical device company Memic Innovative Surgery was named one of the world's 10 most innovative robotics companies by Fast Company.

As you look for new ways to improve efficiencies in your Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), take a step back to examine your supply chain.

Medical device company LumiThera has completed its acquisition of Diopsys, a medical devicemaker for eye care.

Cleveland-based medical device startup Lazurite said it expects to have the world's first wireless camera for minimally invasive surgery approved by the FDA by midyear.

Louisville, Colo.-based Global Healthcare Exchange is acquiring Syft, a Tampa, Fla.-based inventory control and supply chain management software firm, Tampa Business Journal reported March 2.

Here are seven supply chain updates from the last two weeks:

Medtronic launched its NuVent Eustachian tube dilation balloon, which gives surgeons an outpatient option for some ear, nose and throat conditions. 

Ensure your Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) doesn’t miss a beat when implementing strategies for cost savings opportunities and operational efficiency. While it may take some time and energy to review your products and align with your clinicians, decreasing your SKU count can lead to many benefits for your facility:

The CDC relaxed indoor mask guidance Feb. 25, now relying on a framework in which a community falls in one of three categories based on how COVID-19 is affecting its healthcare system.

Drugs and other medical supplies make up one of the largest portions of an ASC's expenditures. 

After Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized military action in Ukraine and recognized two regions claimed by separatist groups as independent countries, much of the rest of the world announced harsh sanctions against Russia.