Insights On Medical Device Rentals

By Lila Bryant


The market for medical equipment is a highly unregulated and diverse environment in terms of reliability, pricing, quality and support. The rapid advance in technology leaves many devices less useful and obsolete. There is therefore a continuous need for updating and adapting to more state of the art innovations. Nevertheless, the high cost and rate of depreciation involved has facilitated a new trend; which is medical device rentals. The following are some insights into such an emerging behavior.

The range of equipment attained from a rental deal varies from one company to another. However, a good number of medical appliances can be rented out, including a computer, diagnostic machines, ultrasound and X-ray machines, EMR software and an imaging and diagnostic equipment. In fact, one can entirely equip his facility from such an agreement. But be sure to be highly cautious with such a move.

In an attempt to examine the most suitable investment, remember to begin with a non-financial analysis, followed by financial considerations. This is especially the case when it comes to items that do not generate direct revenue. Because of this, non-financial evaluation of such investments depends heavily on your decision.

Analyzing non-financial aspects includes a close examination of individual project with respect to the general objectives, goals and imperatives of the practicing business. An item should only be invested in because it is in line with the planned goals. For instance, is renting such an item going to alter the plans to expand the premise and increase the rate of immunization? Also, the debt-equity business ratio must be considered, and maintained within the set limits.

The analysis also considers the pros and cons of the particular investment and the alternative opportunities worth investing in. When considering a particular investment, it is important to put in mind the other avenues you could use the money. Ensure to invest in the most profitable opportunity. If the conclusions obtained from a non-financial evaluation supports investing in new device, then conduct an inclusive financial analysis of the project.

The first step in this analysis is gathering the pertinent financial information at your disposal. The data is simply used in the ascertainment of the feasibility of the investment. Use the information to calculate the incremental cash flow in connection with the investment. It refers to the additional revenues and expenses from the investment. The approach gives an overall glance on how the project will improve your business performance, which is contrary to merely determining whether it will provide profit on its own.

However, a complete analysis goes beyond incremental cash flows. Deeply consider such other important analyses as the payback period, net present value and the break-even point. This is the only sure way of considering both the present and long-term financial inclinations of the project. It also shades light on the payback period of the investment.

Simply put the daunting task of renting an appliance and otherwise, lies to a great extent, in examining related benefits. The bottom-line is that the decision should conquer with the overall business plan of your practice and be quite promising compared to other alternative opportunities.




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