BATESVILLE, Ind., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hill-Rom, a leading global provider of patient care environment and process solutions, was recently named a Top 10 Outstanding Supplier by HealthTrust Purchasing Group (HPG), one of the nation’s leading healthcare group purchasing organizations.
Hill-Rom received its award at the HPG 2004 Materials Managers Conference and Vendor Affair, held in New Orleans in late July. More than 1,600 healthcare professionals attended the event.
Hill-Rom was recognized for outstanding service in day-to-day operational performance and customer service, along with meeting other key criteria. To choose the top 10, the organization consulted with materials managers at its facilities.
HealthTrust Purchasing Group, LP is a healthcare group purchasing organization. Established in May 1999, it is committed to superior patient care delivered through national contracts negotiated with market-leading suppliers at competitive prices.
“HPG is a valued customer and we’re honored to be one of their top 10 suppliers,” said Ernest Waaser, president and CEO of Hill-Rom. “We are proud to partner with them to provide the products, solutions and services they need to care for hospital staff and enhance patient care.”
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Hill-Rom helps healthcare professionals safely deliver effective and efficient care to their patients in acute care, long-term care and home care environments. The company’s extensive product and service offering includes: patient care beds, stretchers, therapeutic surfaces and devices, workflow solutions, nurse communication systems, headwalls and facility assessments.
In addition, the company provides comprehensive asset management programs and on-demand medical equipment rental utilizing its 200 service centers located strategically throughout the United States. The company also offers expert, clinical and equipment services and programs that can help improve asset productivity, operational efficiency and patient outcomes. Hill-Rom’s global headquarters is based in Batesville, Ind., and employs approximately 6,500 people worldwide. It is an operating company of Hillenbrand Industries .
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