Saving costs in a hospital by the management is a herculean task. There needs to be a fine line between being thrifty and at the same time not being miser. It is even very vital for hospitals to be equipped with latest technology required.
Below are a few tips for reducing costs in a hospital and not compromising with the patient’s health.
- Food Waste:
Sometimes hospitals tend to spend money on the food which is more than required. It is significant to understand the amount the quantity needed and quantity produced. Instead of throwing away the food every single time, it is better to only make it available how is needed.
- Water:
Water is an important ingredient in hospitals and without it is very difficult to imagine. Instead of installing too many taps, try to use low-flow faucets and shower heads. This small change can help in saving a lot of water and ultimately cuts of too much off costs at the end of the year.
- Electricity:
Electricity is a kind of lifeline of the hospitals. Use electricity only when required and switch off when not needed, Especially the Air Conditioners (AC). In spite of no one being in the room/ward, sometimes we just keep the lights on. Keep it off as much as possible, try using energy-saving bulbs. Use AC’s when someone is in need, in the room.
- Waste:
It is very necessary to differentiate between hazardous and non-hazardous waste. The hazardous waste can further deteriorate the patients’ health and can therefore lead to the hospital spending more on the patients’ well-being. Washing and reusing the surgery scrubs & jackets are one more way that can reduce medical waste and ultimately lead to hospital saving costs.
- Switching:
It is necessary for hospitals to keep switching. Switching can be of vendor of drugs, equipments, etc. Try switching something which is modern and updated. As using the old ones can take a toll and you’ll spend more money on its repairing. The advantage of using a new technology can be a long-term investment.
Reducing costs can also help in smooth functioning of the hospital management.
