SVS Group Purchasing Organization
SVS, and the Section on Ambulatory Vascular Care (SAVC) has partnered with Provista, to form a Group Purchasing Organization (GPO). This benefit is designed to help SVS members in private practice access competitive pricing on medical supplies, devices, pharmaceuticals, and services.
The goal of this partnership is to support private practices by providing access to quality vendors and potential cost-saving opportunities.
What is a Group Purchasing Organization (GPO)?
A GPO is an entity that helps organizations save money and obtain better value by leveraging the collective buying power of its members.
What do GPOs provide?
- Dedicated Client Service Representative
- Monitor Your New & Expiring Contracts
- Price Discrepancy Resolution
- Capital Equipment Solutions
- Access & Training to Vizient Catalog
- Data Audits
- Liaison with Supplier and Distributor Partners
GPO Benefits for Your Practice
- Reduce your private practice costs
- Ensure access to quality vendors and a broader vendor network
- Streamline the purchasing process
- Improve operational efficiency
- Benchmarking and analytics
- Enhance clinical outcomes
- Reduce administrative burden
- Foster member engagement and education
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Scalability and growth readiness
FAQs
Are there any fees to participate in the GPO?
Participation in the GPO is free for SVS members. There are no annual fees, sign-on fees, or additional fees required to participate. This is strictly a member benefit.
Are there any requirements to participate in the GPO?
To begin learning about the GPO, at least one vascular surgeon in the private practice must be a member of the SVS and SAVC. If the practice chooses to join the GPO after completing the review process, at least 50% of its vascular surgeons must be members of both the SVS and SAVC.
What is the timeline to join the GPO?
From initial contact to becoming a member is 90-120 days.
What are the next steps?
First, complete the contact form. If your practice meets the eligibility requirements, you’ll be invited to complete a cost study analysis to evaluate the potential savings the GPO can offer. Once the study is completed and reviewed, you’ll have the opportunity to decide whether to join the GPO. If you choose to proceed, your practice will begin receiving cost savings through the GPO.
What does the GPO portfolio include?
- Medical/Surgical
- Pharmacy
- Human Resources
- Food
- Purchased Services
- Capital
- Facilities
- Business Services
- Imaging
- Technology
- Construction
- IT & Telecom
- Distribution
- Laboratory
- Procurement
For questions, please contact: sections@vascularsociety.org.