When in the market to buy and sell medical equipment, used is often the way to go for buyers to save money. It is also a good option for sellers to get rid of existing equipment and to be able to use the proceeds for new equipment or used equipment purchases.
To help you to buy and sell medical equipment, used instruments, machines and devices, here are some options that may initially look promising but that are never a good idea.
From Another Healthcare Facility
Buying or selling through another health care facility, particularly with used equipment, is a potential for a lot of problems. For the seller, it can be very difficult to ascertain a fair market value given the age and the condition of the equipment. The buyer is also making a purchase with no warranty or guarantee. Should the equipment or machine fail, conflict and issues are bound to occur between buyer and seller.
Through An Online Auction Or Clearinghouse
Online auctions and equipment clearinghouses tend to have the same issues when you buy and sell medical equipment. Used equipment is not inspected, serviced or refurbished but rather sold as is.
Most of these services don’t operate with reserve pricing, so the seller has no way to predict the amount of the sale. The seller also has to pay fees for the service while the buyer has no guarantee of operational condition of the purchased equipment.
Through A General Equipment Service
Sometimes, general equipment companies will acquire medical equipment when a hospital closes or for other reasons. These companies may sell used equipment or sell prior rental equipment that has been out in use.
Again, there is no warranty offered and it is a buyer beware purchase. The seller is also going to get a low offer for used equipment, which may be significantly lower than a specialized medical equipment refurbishing company would offer.
