Physician Office Medical Waste Disposal and Compliance Solutions

WM provides physician offices with an array of safe and compliant solutions to manage regulated medical waste and compliance requirements.

Physician Office Medical Waste Disposal and Compliance Solutions

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WM is the trusted partner to tens of thousands of physician offices across the U.S.

WM enables physician offices to maintain regulatory compliance by providing regulated medical waste management and compliance solutions that protect people and brands, promote health and well-being, and safeguard the environment.

Physician offices require careful balancing of multiple priorities, from providing preventative care and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, to managing a safe and compliant environment for employees and patients.

At WM, we appreciate the important role you play in the overall health and well-being of your patients including day-to-day care, diagnostic services, and health education, whether you are a physician, a registered nurse, a medical assistant, or an office manager. We also understand the effort it takes to handle the different regulated waste streams, while running an environment where your employees and facility are up-to-date with regulatory requirements.

We customize our solutions for your needs, whether you are a local independent physician office or part of a larger network of healthcare providers.

Recommended Waste Disposal Solutions for Physician Offices

Our solutions offer a variety of safe, secure, and compliant container options for the following types of waste generated in your facility.

Recommended Waste Disposal Solutions for Physician Offices

Biohazardous Medical Waste

WM Biohazardous Medical Waste Solutions provide physician offices with the compliant collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of regulated waste generated from procedures and treatments, including physical exams, treatment of deep cuts and wounds, and abscess drainage.

We recommend all regulated medical waste or red bag waste, including any items saturated with blood or other potentially infectious materials (OPIM), such as bandages, gauze, or PPE, be disposed of safely in marked containers and stored for pickup.

Recommended Compliance Solutions for Physician Offices

Our regulatory experts have served physician offices across the U.S. and understand the importance of safety and medical waste compliance protocols.

WM’s suite of Steri-Safe® Compliance Solutions enable you to easily manage your HIPAA and OSHA compliance requirements in formats that suit your physician office’s needs. From online solutions to in-person step-by-step guidance, we will help physicians, registered nurses, medical assistants, and office managers stay compliant.

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On-Site HIPAA and OSHA Expertise

Our HIPAA and OSHA experts visit on-site to train your staff and conduct a HIPAA Privacy & Security Gap Analysis and a 150-point mock OSHA facility evaluation, helping you identify compliance risks and providing actionable recommendations.

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Centralized Online Training

Access online training for the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens and Hazard Communication Standards as well as HIPAA regulations. Our Online Training Center lets you assign courses to staff and track completion.

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On-Demand Compliance Resources

Unlock a library of HIPAA and OSHA compliance resources, including a database of over 10 million Safety Data Sheets (SDS), customizable OSHA Safety Plan templates, and HIPAA Privacy and Security Manuals.

Compliance Training Requirements for Physician Offices

Compliance TrainingRequirements
Biohazardous WasteRequired by some state waste authorities annually and recommended upon initial assignment for all states.
OSHA Bloodborne PathogensRequired by OSHA upon initial assignment and annually thereafter.
OSHA Hazard Communication AwarenessRequired by OSHA upon initial assignment and with introduction of any new hazardous chemicals thereafter.
HIPAA Privacy and SecurityRequired by HHS OCR upon initial assignment and recommended annually thereafter.
DOT Hazardous MaterialsRequired by DOT upon initial assignment and every three years thereafter for those who either sign shipping papers or package hazardous materials for transport.

*Remember to consider state regulatory requirements, as compliance requirements may vary. OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration. HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. HHS OCR: Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights. DOT: Department of Transportation.

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