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TMR For Medical Devices India : Sometimes your family member is admitted to the hospital and when we see the bill after she is discharged, our mouths water. Because the patient goes to the hospital for treatment, drugs are often used along with other medical supplies, which increases the bill significantly. But have you ever thought about the purchase price of a medical device and how much the hospital charges you for it”text-align: justify;”> Big increase in DA Hike of Central Govt Employees? Demands immediate decision on July 2026 revised rates
In fact, when the discrepancy between the purchase price of medical devices and the amount charged to patients was found, the debate became more intense. This led to discussions on TMR trade margin rationalization. Many people do not know about TMR or what it is. So, let's learn about that first.
What is TMR?
TMR envisages such a pricing system, which aims to reduce the huge gap between the purchase price of a medical device and the amount charged to the patient. For example, if a hospital gets a medical device for ₹100 and charges the patient ₹400, TMR focuses on minimizing this difference. Discussion is going on at present.
Huge gap in investigation
It is worth noting that some shocking revelations were made during the investigation by the Maharashtra FDA. The investigation revealed a huge discrepancy in the purchase price and MRP of some medical devices.
How much margin will be allowed?
The question is, how much margin will the government fix on medical devices? The government's margin is yet to be decided; It is still under discussion.
What other revelations did the survey reveal?
The survey revealed that medical products are being made in profit ranging from 150 percent to 2,841 percent.
The hospital purchased a catheter for Rs 29.41 and the patient was charged Rs 310.
The hospital purchased a syringe at Rs 6.75 and the patient was charged Rs 57.20.
The hospital purchased a nebulizer/oxygen mask for Rs 40 to 45 and charged the patient Rs 650 to 715.
The hospital purchased an IV infusion set for Rs 11.05 and the patient was charged Rs 325.
What do hospitals mean?
Hospitals make it clear that no profit is made from the difference between the price at which any medical item is purchased and the amount charged to the patient. They also say that they have to account for many other necessary expenses.
Can TMR change?
TMR means reducing the difference between the purchase price of medical supplies and the amount charged to patients. This means that the hospital will consider the cost of the supplies and how much the hospital is currently charging patients for them.
What costs do hospitals have to bear?
Hospitals say that the MRP of medical products is fixed by the manufacturing company. In addition, the hospital incurs costs related to machinery, sanitation, patient safety, emergency services and staffing.
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