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Strict industry standards are necessary in the operation of PODs, which have proven to introduce real competition in the marketplace and lower healthcare costs.
(REDLANDS, CA – March 13, 2014) – The American Association of Surgeon Distributors (AASD) calls on hospitals, insurers and… Read More
About AASD
So, it’s imperative you know your wellbeing status now. After seeing your complete medical history the physician will put… Read More
Standards
The AASD is the only industry-accrediting body that has created and is fighting for strict standards to be followed… Read More
Membership
Physician owned distributorships (PODs) that wish to become AASD members must always undergo a rigorous application process and extensive… Read More
Five Key Facts of Interest
- The orthopedic medical device industry has a $25 – $30 billion/yr. impact on U.S. health care.
- Five orthopedic medical device companies have established an oligopoly.
- Physician-owned medical device distributorships (PODs) have emerged as both an alternative distribution model and the only form of real competition to help lower prices.
- Most PODs functioning today follow no standards for disclosure and don’t necessarily provide meaningful cost savings to hospitals.
- Only strict standards, such as those established by the AASD, protect patients and hospitals, assure proven cost savings (often exceeding 30%), guarantee full transparency, and help ensure competition.
News
11/16/15 – AASD statement for Senate Committee on Finance hearing “Physician Owned Distributors: Are They Harmful to Patients and… Read More
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AASD Media Backgrounder
The American Association of Surgeon Distributors (AASD) is the only non-profit association whose purpose is to provide, monitor, and… Read More