Modern health systems manage massive medical device inventories that continue to grow across multiple facilities. Devices that are misplaced or require extra time to locate can create risks and inefficiencies that threaten all aspects of clinical operations. 

THE CHALLENGES OF MANUALLY TRACKING MEDICAL EQUIPMENT INVENTORIES 

Healthcare organizations are increasingly exploring real-time location systems (RTLS) to maintain more accurate inventories and connect clinicians with the equipment they need more quickly. But these technology solutions can often come with tradeoffs, including limited battery life, cumbersome technology infrastructure, and upfront capital costs. 

TRIMEDX GeoSense, the first specialized healthcare RTLS, gives health systems the precise data they need to increase medical equipment availability with less additional work for healthcare technology management (HTM) teams. Lightweight wireless technology gives room-level location data that clinicians can access in seconds via the TRIMEDX mobile application. Durable tagging and plug-and-play gateways are durable and easy to implement, leading to more reliable location data over time with less maintenance. With real-time location services for medical devices, your stakeholders from the c-suite to clinicians and BMETs can reduce waste, better mitigate data security risks, & improve patient care experiences. 

With TRIMEDX GeoSense’s tailored healthcare RTLS technology, you can increase the efficiency of your health system’s medical devices with more accurate inventory management and optimal visibility. GeoSense provides precise and timely tracking data by using next-generation technology that is lightweight and easy to implement.  

Reduce preventable equipment loss 

With the size and frequent use of modern medical device inventories, lost or misplaced mobile equipment is a common problem for health systems. TRIMEDX GeoSense introduces visibility and accountability to inventory management. Ingress and egress points are tagged along with devices, triggering custom alerts when devices pass thresholds. More visible information on equipment movements enables responsive action to prevent losses faster and more successfully. 

Improve PAR level management 

With TRIMEDX GeoSense, clinicians can save valuable time with easy-to-access data on where the medical devices they need are stored. The ability to tag and categorize rooms—such as clean rooms, soiled rooms, and storage rooms—means accurate reporting and less time searching. Custom PAR level alerts can be set for specific room and device types, further optimizing inventory control and ensuring that staff have the tools they need at their fingertips. 

Reduce rental expenses 

Untracked rental equipment can accumulate significant costs for health systems. TRIMEDX GeoSense allows for clear differentiation between rented and owned equipment, ensuring that hospitals can easily identify what they have on hand to better assess costs and performance. Automated alerts contribute to efficient operations by prompting timely returns, thus avoiding late fees and rental overruns. Most importantly, health systems can utilize valuable capital planning insights through rent versus purchase analysis, empowering hospitals to make informed financial decisions.  

Optimize capital planning 

By tracking medical device utilization and location data over time, these systems provide valuable insights into how equipment is used, which aids in preventing loss and reducing the need for unnecessary replacements. The ability to facilitate equipment reallocation and virtual stockpiling ensures that resources are optimized, and capital is allocated efficiently. Integrating these data insights into the capital planning process allows hospitals to make objective, data-driven purchasing decisions. 

Mitigate cybersecurity risks 

TRIMEDX GeoSense creates automatic alerts for devices capable of handling electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI) as they enter or leave a facility, ensuring continuous monitoring and security compliance. The ability to quickly locate devices that carry high cyber-risks and unresolved vulnerabilities allows for prompt action, when anomalous behavior suggestive of a breach is detected. With faster access to device location and behavior, health systems can safeguard patient data and better manage their risk of the significant costs of a cyberattack. 

FORM-FIT TECHNOLOGY AND ROOM-LEVEL PRECISION

Our GeoSense RTLS configurable tags are designed to fit seamlessly on any device, from infusion pumps to telemetry units and ventilators. They offer an extended battery life and are built to withstand rigorous cleaning cycles to align with the unique needs for reliable healthcare RTLS. But that’s not all—our system integrates with TRIMEDX’s data technology platforms, including RSQ (CMMS) and Clinical Asset Informatics. This synergy enables best-in-class clinical asset management, optimizing workflows, supporting capital planning, and mitigating risks.

DEDICATED SYSTEM AND INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT

Designed to be simple and easy to manage for on-site technicians, GeoSense healthcare RTLS device tags have a three-year battery life with replacement incorporated into our standard preventative maintenance processes. With all hardware and software components managed by TRIMEDX, you don’t have to worry about technology becoming obsolete or failing to deliver value over time.