As we begin a new year, it’s the perfect time to move medical records shredding and storage cleanouts to the top of your “to-do” list. Now is the time to get rid of any old documents that contain sensitive patient information, as well as any other outdated or unnecessary materials. The process can...
Bags that are used to dispose of biohazardous waste are typically referred to as “red bags,” since they are red in color. Safe handling and packaging of regulated medical waste (RMW) is a crucial part of the medical waste disposal process. During this step, mistakes can lead to unnecessary...
The hazardous waste disposal process can be highly complex. First, hazardous waste itself is generated from many sources, including industrial manufacturing process wastes and pharmaceutical wastes. For instance, batteries are consider hazardous waste but are also labeled “universal waste.” The...
“Out of sight, out of mind” is never a practical medical records management strategy. At a minimum, purge shredding should be done on a routine basis to keep things under control. Staying on top of medical record management ensures patient information remains safe through proper storage and...
A medical waste audit provides inspectors with a detailed analysis of whether appropriate medical waste management systems are in place at your medical facility. The audit also ensures compliance with relevant guidelines and can help identify potential opportunities to improve medical waste...