Group purchasing organization

Montecito Medical Launches MontecitoPLUS: Empowering Physicians with Innovative Solutions for Growth and Prosperity

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

By leveraging innovative solutions, providers can identify and capitalize on untapped financial opportunities, driving sustainable growth.

Key Points: 
  • By leveraging innovative solutions, providers can identify and capitalize on untapped financial opportunities, driving sustainable growth.
  • “We are excited to introduce MontecitoPLUS, a truly unprecedented platform, to provider groups across the country," said Chip Conk, co-founder and CEO at Montecito Medical.
  • We developed MontecitoPLUS in partnership with physicians to serve as their strategic partner and trusted ally for innovation, growth, and wealth building.
  • For more information about MontecitoPLUS solutions and how they can benefit your practice, visit MontecitoPLUS.com/solutions .

Community Oncology Empowered: AllyGPO & BioCareSD Partner to Bring Choice and Growth

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

AllyOncology, part of AllyGPO, is a technology-driven GPO focused solely on community oncology.

Key Points: 
  • AllyOncology, part of AllyGPO, is a technology-driven GPO focused solely on community oncology.
  • This singular focus, combined with guidance from practice stakeholders and oncology experts, allows AllyGPO to implement strategies that support the viability and growth of community oncology care.
  • "Our growing membership shows oncology practices seek an ally who brings new investment, technology, and a mission to preserve their independence."
  • BioCareSD, known for its personalized service with 40+ years of experience delivering rare, ultra-rare, and orphan disease therapies, has expanded into oncology drugs.

Konica Minolta Expands Relationship with OMNIA Partners

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Ramsey, NJ, Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) is pleased to announce a new, ten-year agreement with Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) OMNIA Partners.

Key Points: 
  • Ramsey, NJ, Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) is pleased to announce a new, ten-year agreement with Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) OMNIA Partners.
  • Building on the 25-year history of partnering with OMNIA Partners, Konica Minolta will offer an innovative suite of technology and services to members of OMNIA Partners Private Sector.
  • The significant success of our relationship with OMNIA Partners is attributable to the combined efforts of the sales and executive teams of both organizations,” said Sam Errigo, President and CEO, Konica Minolta.
  • We take pride in offering our members access to a broad array of industry leading suppliers and are excited to have Konica Minolta continue as part of our comprehensive portfolio,” said Todd Abner, President and CEO, OMNIA Partners.

Corcentric and IMG Celebrate 10-year Partnership as IMG Collective Procurement Spend Returns to Pre-pandemic Levels

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Celebrating 25 years as the premier ground transportation collective, IMG comprises 53 companies across the country that range in size, region, and reflect a range of business models.

Key Points: 
  • Celebrating 25 years as the premier ground transportation collective, IMG comprises 53 companies across the country that range in size, region, and reflect a range of business models.
  • “This surge in spend is welcome news for an industry devastated by the pandemic,” said Matt Clark, president and CEO at Corcentric.
  • “This steadfast focus has allowed IMG companies to become the first choice for so many travelers throughout North America.
  • Corcentric’s Fleet Procurement experts offer the latest products, negotiate pricing and terms, and provide flexible credit and payment services to customers.

Pandion Optimization Alliance Announces Strategic Acquisition of Vantage GPO Entities

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Friday, December 1, 2023

In a strategic move to grow its presence in the Group Purchasing industry, Pandion Optimization Alliance has announced the acquisition of Vantage Purchasing Partners, LLC and Vantage Health Group’s GPO-related assets (“Vantage GPO”), a branch of the enterprise Vantage Healthcare Network.

Key Points: 
  • In a strategic move to grow its presence in the Group Purchasing industry, Pandion Optimization Alliance has announced the acquisition of Vantage Purchasing Partners, LLC and Vantage Health Group’s GPO-related assets (“Vantage GPO”), a branch of the enterprise Vantage Healthcare Network.
  • Group purchasing members from Vantage GPO represent entities with over 2,500 locations across 37 states and have been instrumental in the Premier Inc. network since 1995.
  • This acquisition represents the third GPO acquisition in each of the last three years by Pandion.
  • Pandion’s strategic plan is to see 3X growth through both annual double digit organic growth and additional in-organic growth through merger and acquisition activity.

Montecito Names Tony Holland Head of Sales for New Provider Platform

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Montecito Medical has named Tony Holland Head of Sales for montecitoPLUS, an unprecedented digital platform focused on solving some of the most challenging operational, financial, and clinical problems healthcare providers face today.

Key Points: 
  • Montecito Medical has named Tony Holland Head of Sales for montecitoPLUS, an unprecedented digital platform focused on solving some of the most challenging operational, financial, and clinical problems healthcare providers face today.
  • Built for physicians with input from physicians, the montecitoPLUS platform will evolve to meet the changing needs of healthcare providers.
  • The platform, which encompasses services and technology from best-in-class partners, is scheduled to go live in early 2024.
  • Since 2006, Montecito has completed more than $5 billion in medical and veterinary real estate transactions.

Lack of Confidence in Service Providers, Healthcare Affordability Among Top Employer Concerns per National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions Survey

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- At a time when fiduciary responsibility for employers has never been greater, less than half of employers are confident in the integrity of services and fees charged by hospitals, pharmacy benefit managers, third-party administrators and even broker and consultants. These are among the findings of the latest survey of more than 170 employers conducted by the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions (National Alliance) and its members.

Key Points: 
  • These are among the findings of the latest survey of more than 170 employers conducted by the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions (National Alliance) and its members.
  • "Employers are frustrated that the healthcare system is designed to enrich the middlemen and is not delivering improvements in affordability, access or quality for purchasers or employees and their families," said Michael Thompson, National Alliance president and CEO.
  • "Increasingly the fox is guarding the henhouse, and both are exploiting a dysfunctional system at the expense of making it better.
  • The online poll of 172 employers that are members of coalitions affiliated with the National Alliance was conducted in November and December.

HealthTrust CMO Highlights Strategy for Ensuring a Clinically Integrated Supply Chain at MGMA Conference

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

HealthTrust Performance GroupSM , a leading performance improvement organization supporting providers across all healthcare settings, announced that chief medical officer John J.

Key Points: 
  • HealthTrust Performance GroupSM , a leading performance improvement organization supporting providers across all healthcare settings, announced that chief medical officer John J.
  • Young, M.D., MBA will discuss critical factors in developing a clinically integrated supply chain at the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) Leaders Conference.
  • “Independent physicians and practice managers stand to gain from collaborating with their GPO for best-practice sharing and overcoming challenges such as cost inflation, workforce shortages, and supply chain disruptions.
  • To register for the MGMA Leaders Conference, please visit this link .

Bounteous Named a Finalist in the 2023 Acquia Engage Awards

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Bounteous , a leading insights-driven digital experience consultancy, is named a finalist in two categories of the 2023 Acquia Engage Awards.

Key Points: 
  • Bounteous , a leading insights-driven digital experience consultancy, is named a finalist in two categories of the 2023 Acquia Engage Awards.
  • Being named a finalist shows Bounteous’ commitment to deliver exceptional client outcomes that produce results.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231019171358/en/
    Every year, the Acquia Engage Awards celebrate the most successful and inspirational digital experiences that use the Acquia Digital Experience Platform.
  • This year’s Engage Awards received dozens of entries spanning a variety of industries and regions across 26 categories.

Integra Expands Group Purchasing Organization Portfolio to Include Trella Health

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

ATLANTA, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Integra Partners announced the addition of Trella Health , a leading source of healthcare growth insights and performance analytics data, as a partner to their Group Purchasing Organization (GPO).

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  • ATLANTA, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Integra Partners announced the addition of Trella Health , a leading source of healthcare growth insights and performance analytics data, as a partner to their Group Purchasing Organization (GPO).
  • He continued, "This offering, and others to come, are all designed to increase the value we bring to our Providers."
  • For HME organizations that want smarter growth and healthier outcomes, Trella Health provides actionable market insights paired with an industry-specific CRM to help providers achieve their business goals.
  • For Integra Providers interested in exploring Trella Health's market insights and CRM solutions, they can complete the Participation Request Form here .