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AdvaMed and nine other health care organizations are urging an exemption from tariffs for medical and dental supplies, equipment, and devices, citing concerns about increased costs resulting in supply chain disruptions. In addition to AdvaMed, the letter was signed by: ✒️ American Dental Association ✒️ American Association for Homecare ✒️ America's Essential Hospitals ✒️ Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) ✒️ Conquering CHD ✒️ Health Industry Distributors Association (HIDA) ✒️ Preeclampsia Foundation ✒️ Prevent Cancer Foundation ✒️ Sepsis Alliance #MedicalDevices #Tariffs #HealthcarePolicy #PatientAccess #TradeAssociations

🆕 ICU Medical has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Plum Solo precision IV pump, a single-channel complement to the dual-channel Plum Duo. The company also secured clearance for updated versions of the Plum Duo and LifeShield infusion safety software, marking the full launch of the ICU Medical IV Performance Platform. With the clearances, ICU Medical introduces its new category of infusion devices, designed to address infusion delivery variability. “Precision IV pumps represent a critical step forward for infusion therapy,” says Chad Jansen, corporate vice president and general manager. “With the Plum Solo and Plum Duo, we’re introducing more than just a new device category—we’re setting a new standard. More here:

📍 US Med-Equip has opened a new branch in the western US to support hospitals with faster access to critical medical equipment. The expansion is part of the company’s broader effort to help healthcare facilities manage shifting patient needs through on-demand equipment delivery, service, and support. "We’re putting critical medical equipment closer to the healthcare heroes in this region who rely on it to comfort and heal their patients, cutting equipment delivery time and operating costs,” says Greg Salario, CEO of USME. Read the full announcement here:

🛡️ As cyber threats to healthcare systems grow, the Health Sector Coordinating Council - Cybersecurity Working Group is urging the federal government to replace the proposed HIPAA Security Rule update with a collaborative, sector-driven framework. In recent testimony, Greg Garcia emphasized: “We need our government as a partner in this mission.” Rather than a top-down mandate, HSCC is calling for a one-year consultation to co-develop a flexible, accountable cybersecurity model that aligns with healthcare operations and protects patient safety. 📖 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gacaMnap #HealthcareCybersecurity #HTM #Infosec #MedicalDeviceSecurity #HIPAA #24x7Magazine

🏷️ The American Medical Manufacturers Association (AMMA) has launched a certification seal to help buyers easily identify US-made medical supplies and PPE. The initiative comes as the federal government emphasizes reshoring critical supply chains and reducing reliance on foreign-made goods, including through recently announced reciprocal tariffs. “In an era where global supply chains are increasingly unpredictable, investing in domestic manufacturing is not just smart—it’s essential,” says AMMA executive director Eric Axel. 📖 Read the full article here:

As tariff policies continue to shift, health systems are facing growing uncertainty around supply chain stability. In this article, Kelley Jacobsen, senior vice president of supply chain and shared services at TRIMEDX, outlines how organizations can reduce risk, manage costs, and maintain continuity of care by taking proactive, strategic steps. "To prepare for any challenges that may occur, health systems must work to diversify their supply chain, implement data-driven decision-making, and extend the lifespan of medical devices with proactive maintenance and management," says Jacobsen. 📦 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/dYNbjHHs #HTM #HealthcareSupplyChain #MedicalEquipment #Tariffs #TRIMEDX #HealthcareLeadership

✈️ AAMI eXchange 2025 is almost here—and the show floor will be packed with new tech, emerging startups, and conversations that reflect where HTM is headed. In our latest article, we highlight a few stops you won’t want to miss, from hands-on demos to community-driven programming and innovations designed to meet today’s biggest workforce challenges. 📍 Read the full preview: https://lnkd.in/gUssMHdT Thank you to Danielle McGeary at AAMI and all those who shared what they’re bringing to the floor this year: ▶️ Viraj Shah at MedServ Marketplace ▶️ Smiral Shah, SHRM-CP at MedGrocery ▶️ Jen D'Alessio at FSI ▶️ Robert Moorey, FACHE at TRIMEDX ▶️ Jinesh Patel at UptimeHealth ▶️ Matthew Bassuk at NVRT Labs ▶️ April Lebo with Women in Leadership ▶️ Richard L. "Monty" Gonzales, Ed. D. at College of Biomedical Equipment Technology

KONICA MINOLTA, INC. has launched the latest version of its Exa Platform with the most advanced version of Exa PACS|RIS released to date, featuring a new API platform designed to integrate with strategic partners. “With this latest version of the Exa Platform, Konica Minolta delivers immediate benefits to our customer while at the same time delivering a platform for the future,” says Matthew Andersen, executive director of product management at Konica Minolta HCIT.

The White House on Wednesday announced sweeping new tariffs on imported goods, citing persistent trade deficits and a lack of reciprocity from global trading partners as a threat to US national and economic security. While pharmaceuticals and certain other products are exempt, industry groups are seeking clarity on how the tariffs may impact sectors like medical technology. “If implemented as proposed, broad-based tariffs of this nature would act much as an excise tax,” says AdvaMed president and CEO Scott Whitaker. “It will have a negative impact on innovation, cost jobs, and increase overall costs to the health care system. Historically, industries with a meaningful humanitarian mission have been exempted from broad tariffs, and as a result, we have seen no to low tariffs on medtech from all key trading partners.” More details ⬇️

Tower Health is teaming up with Siemens Healthineers to enhance imaging equipment, modernize technology, and improve the clinical experience for patients. “This partnership extends beyond merely upgrading equipment; it empowers Tower Health and our staff to uphold our dedication to clinical excellence and innovation, ensuring the delivery of smarter, faster, and more connected care to our patients and the communities we serve for years to come,” says Michael Stern, president and CEO of Tower Health. 📃 Get the details: