Why Fixing Beds Only After They Break Is Costing Hospitals More Than They Realize

Reactive maintenance might seem efficient in the short term, but in hospital settings, it comes with hidden costs. When a hospital bed breaks down and service is only called afterward, the consequences stretch far beyond the immediate repair invoice. First, there’s the financial toll. Emergency repairs often require expedited labor, after-hours technician fees, and rush-ordered parts-all of which drive up service costs significantly. According to industry benchmarks, unplanned maintenance can cost up to 50% more per incident than planned servicing. Then there’s the issue of downtime. A single out-of-service bed can delay ER admissions, stall surgeries, and interrupt discharge schedules-reducing patient flow and creating staffing inefficiencies. By contrast, Emeritus offers preventative maintenance solutions designed to catch issues before they cause disruptions. Through scheduled inspections, wear-part replacement, and trend tracking, beds are kept in top working order-without the dram...