Buying used medical equipment is a great way to expand or upgrade a medical facility while reducing costs. Modern equipment is an integral part of providing the most modern and effective medical procedures. The cost of equipment is always high and can interfere with many private practitioners and small clinics trying to expand equipment inventory. Many experienced procurement agents realized that even in a tense economic situation, there are methods for obtaining high-quality medical devices at a fraction of the price.
Used medical equipment is 30–70 percent cheaper than new equipment and often has the same or even better quality. Purchasing a used medical device is safe and cost-effective if the buyer-agent wants to conduct substantial research on the product purchased and the qualifications of the seller. Used medical equipment often comes under three conditions, and it is important to understand the difference.
The first type of condition is "as is". This legal term means that the seller sells the goods in its current state, and the buyer accepts the goods with any current defects or deficiencies. The seller expressly disclaims any implied warranties and limits their legal liability. The buyer must investigate any product sold in this state, as well as the seller of the product. If you buy the product "as is", it is best to know and trust the seller.
The following type of condition is “cosmetically repaired” or “cosmetically repaired”. In most cases, this type of condition applies to used medical equipment that has been repaired to appear new or unused. Specific claims regarding the general condition of the product will vary, and the seller must clarify the condition of the equipment.
The final condition type is “fully repaired” or repaired to “original equipment manufacturers specifications”. Fully refurbished equipment is the highest quality used medical equipment and often comes with certain guarantees of quality and condition of the equipment. Equipment that has been restored by the specifications of original equipment manufacturers is usually repaired and maintained by trained and certified specialists and biomedical engineers. Buying fully repaired equipment is a great way to save money on buying new ones, but make sure that some of the equipment meets the specifications of the original equipment manufacturers.
