{"product_id":"outpatient-surgical-center-profitability","title":"How to Increase Outpatient Surgical Center Profitability in 7 Practical Strategies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section text-1_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOutpatient Surgical Center Strategies to Increase Profitability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Outpatient Surgical Center model is highly profitable early on, achieving breakeven in Month 1 (January 2026) Initial projections show an EBITDA of $128 million in the first year alone Your primary financial challenge is maintaining this high margin while scaling staff and capacity utilization\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section image-1_new_design\" id=\"main_article_image\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #6067F2;\"\u003e7 Strategies to Increase Profitability of \u003c\/span\u003eOutpatient Surgical Center\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"dwnld_tbl_id\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e#\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrategy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfit Lever\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExpected Impact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOR Utilization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProductivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncrease average procedures per surgeon from 20 to 25 monthly, pushing capacity use toward 85% by 2030.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImproves fixed cost absorption defintely, increasing throughput without new capital spend.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply Cost Reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCOGS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut Medical and Surgical Supplies cost from 90% to 70% of revenue through bulk purchasing and standardization efforts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYields a direct 20-point improvement in gross margin percentage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePayer Mix Optimization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePricing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchedule cases prioritizing payers offering better reimbursement than the current $5,500 average treatment price.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaises the effective Average Treatment Price (ATP) across the core service line.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStaffing Efficiency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOPEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnsure RN and Surgical Technician ratios are lean, avoiding overstaffing when operating room utilization falls below 70%.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControls semi-variable labor costs during periods of lower case volume.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBilling Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOPEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower Billing and Collections Fees from 40% to the target 30% by improving internal coding accuracy and reducing denials.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecaptures 10% of collected revenue currently paid out in third-party fees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed Cost Review\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOPEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRenegotiate major fixed costs, focusing on the $25,000 monthly Facility Lease and $4,000 Insurance Premiums.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirectly lowers the monthly break-even volume requirement for the facility.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAncillary Services\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRevenue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrate high-margin, non-reimbursable services, like advanced monitoring, into the standard procedure pricing structure.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdds incremental, high-margin revenue streams on top of standard reimbursement per case.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dwnld_btn_div\"\u003e\u003cbutton id=\"dwnld_btn_id\" class=\"dwnld_btn_clss\"\u003eDownload Table in XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat is our true net revenue per case after all variable costs and collections fees?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour true net revenue per case is currently \u003cstrong\u003enegtive\u003c\/strong\u003e because variable costs alone consume \u003cstrong\u003e155%\u003c\/strong\u003e of the net revenue generated per procedure; this structural deficit means the \u003cstrong\u003eOutpatient Surgical Center\u003c\/strong\u003e needs immediate cost restructuring before considering the \u003cstrong\u003e$274 million\u003c\/strong\u003e in annual fixed overhead. Have You Considered The Necessary Licenses And Certifications To Launch Your Outpatient Surgical Center?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVariable Costs Overrun\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable costs are \u003cstrong\u003e155%\u003c\/strong\u003e of net revenue per case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplies, billing, and EHR fees drive this high burn rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis results in a negative contribution margin per case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf onboarding takes 14+ days, churn risk rises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFixed Cost Breakeven Hurdle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnual fixed overhead totals \u003cstrong\u003e$274 million\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery case must generate positive contribution to chip away at this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent cost structure makes covering overhead impossible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevenue is a direct function of practitioner capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow much does a 5% increase in operating room utilization impact our annual EBITDA?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreasing operating room utilization by \u003cstrong\u003e5%\u003c\/strong\u003e directly accelerates achieving the projected \u003cstrong\u003e$128 million\u003c\/strong\u003e annual EBITDA for the Outpatient Surgical Center because utilization is the main lever defintely starting from a high baseline. Since surgeon capacity utilization begins at \u003cstrong\u003e600%\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2026, small utilization gains yield massive returns on fixed assets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUtilization: The Primary Profit Lever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilization is the fastest path to the \u003cstrong\u003e$128 million\u003c\/strong\u003e projected annual EBITDA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e5%\u003c\/strong\u003e utilization increase flows almost entirely to the bottom line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed costs are largely covered; incremental volume drives margin expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus on optimizing scheduling blocks now to capture this immediate upside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCapacity Planning Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurgeon capacity utilization is projected to start at \u003cstrong\u003e600%\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2026.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis high starting point means every percentage point of utilization is critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview initial capital spend; accurate modeling supports this aggressive volume, see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/startup-costs\/outpatient-surgical-center\"\u003eWhat Is The Estimated Cost To Open And Launch Your Outpatient Surgical Center?\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf physician onboarding takes 14+ days longer than expected, churn risk rises sharply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhere does the highest labor cost per procedure occur, and can we automate or shift that task?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe highest labor cost per procedure centers on highly compensated staff, especially Surgeons earning \u003cstrong\u003e$350,000\u003c\/strong\u003e annually, making utilization of these roles critical to absorbing the projected \u003cstrong\u003e$223 million\u003c\/strong\u003e in fixed labor costs by 2026, which is why you need to review if \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/operating-costs\/outpatient-surgical-center\"\u003eAre Your Operational Costs For Outpatient Surgical Center Optimized?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSurgeon Cost Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurgeon salary benchmark is \u003cstrong\u003e$350,000\u003c\/strong\u003e yearly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal fixed labor is estimated at \u003cstrong\u003e$223M\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2026.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimize scheduling to reduce surgeon idle time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure revenue generated per surgical hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShifting Labor Load\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShift pre-op tasks to Registered Nurses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomate patient consent and paperwork flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandardize supply chain setup for procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's defintely cheaper to use techs for setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eAre we willing to prioritize higher-volume, lower-reimbursement procedures to fill capacity faster?\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrioritizing higher-volume, lower-reimbursement procedures is a sound strategy to rapidly increase utilization and cover fixed overhead, but only if the resulting contribution margin per case covers the difference between the lower price and variable cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVolume vs. Price Trade-Off\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore procedures start at an average treatment price of \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you accept a \u003cstrong\u003e$4,000\u003c\/strong\u003e case (a 15% price drop), you must secure \u003cstrong\u003e33% more volume\u003c\/strong\u003e to achieve the same gross revenue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your facility contribution margin is \u003cstrong\u003e50%\u003c\/strong\u003e, a $5,500 case yields $2,750 contribution; a $4,000 case yields $2,000.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need \u003cstrong\u003e1.375\u003c\/strong\u003e of the lower-priced cases to equal the contribution of one high-priced case; this is defintely achievable if scheduling is tight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCapacity Utilization Levers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpty operating room time is the single biggest drain on profitability for an Outpatient Surgical Center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower-margin procedures fill utilization gaps, turning fixed costs into covered costs immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your fixed overhead is \u003cstrong\u003e$200,000\u003c\/strong\u003e per month, high-volume cases ensure you hit break-even utilization faster than waiting for premium referrals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis strategy buys time to build relationships with high-reimbursement payers; review your structure here: \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/operating-costs\/outpatient-surgical-center\"\u003eAre Your Operational Costs For Outpatient Surgical Center Optimized?\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-plus-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe primary financial challenge for a highly profitable ASC is maintaining margins above 40% while scaling capacity utilization toward the 85–90% target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasing operating room utilization from the starting 60–65% level is the single most effective lever for driving immediate EBITDA growth without increasing fixed overhead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAggressively negotiating supply chain costs, targeting a reduction from 10.5% of revenue, is essential for defending the high profit margin against rapid growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTo control high fixed labor expenses, centers must right-size clinical staffing ratios (RNs and STs) based on current OR utilization rates rather than future projections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrategy 1\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eMaximize OR Utilization\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHit 25 Procedures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHitting \u003cstrong\u003e25 procedures\u003c\/strong\u003e per surgeon monthly lifts facility utilization from \u003cstrong\u003e60% to 85%\u003c\/strong\u003e, a critical step for profitability by 2030. This metric directly ties surgeon scheduling efficiency to overall revenue potential. Don't confuse surgeon volume with OR block time efficiency. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInput: Surgeon Load\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo reach \u003cstrong\u003e25 procedures\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly per surgeon, you must map available OR time against required procedure length. If a surgeon works 22 days, they need \u003cstrong\u003e1.14 procedures per day\u003c\/strong\u003e (25 divided by 22). This demands precise scheduling software and minimal turnover time between cases to ensure utilization tracks upward. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalculate required daily procedures per surgeon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMap surgeon availability vs. OR block time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure pre-op\/post-op flows are seamless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptimize Turnover Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReducing the time between cases—the turnover time—is how you fit more procedures in the day. If you have 10 available OR hours, cutting turnover from 45 minutes to \u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e frees up \u003cstrong\u003etwo extra slots weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e per room. That’s real utilization gain without hiring more surgeons. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandardize room cleanup checklists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-stage supplies for the next case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget turnover under \u003cstrong\u003e35 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e consistently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Fixed Cost Trap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf surgeon throughput stalls below \u003cstrong\u003e23 procedures\u003c\/strong\u003e, you risk carrying excess fixed overhead against the \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e facility lease monthly. Low utilization means your high-value $5,500 procedures aren't covering fixed costs fast enough. You need volume to absorb that lease, plain and simple. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrategy 2\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eAggressive Supply Negotiation\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCut Supply Drag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour current Medical and Surgical Supplies cost \u003cstrong\u003e90%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue, which is unsustainable for growth. The goal is cutting this to \u003cstrong\u003e70%\u003c\/strong\u003e by 2030 using bulk buys and standardization. This \u003cstrong\u003e20-point\u003c\/strong\u003e margin improvement directly boosts operating cash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuantify Supply Spend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cost covers all consumables, implants, and disposables used per procedure. Estimate this by multiplying projected procedures by the weighted average cost per case. If the average treatment is \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e, supplies currently eat \u003cstrong\u003e$4,950\u003c\/strong\u003e. Get firm quotes now for bulk commitments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack consumption per OR slot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNegotiate based on projected annual volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandardize implant choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDrive Down Unit Cost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandardization reduces SKU complexity, allowing for deeper volume discounts. Commit to 18-month supply contracts based on utilization forecasts. Defintely secure volume tiers early to lock in lower pricing tiers. You need to find savings equivalent to \u003cstrong\u003e$1,100\u003c\/strong\u003e per $5,500 procedure to hit the \u003cstrong\u003e70%\u003c\/strong\u003e target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock in pricing tiers early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce inventory carrying costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudit usage variance monthly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWatch Standardization Risk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf clinical staff resist standardizing implants or devices, your savings plan stalls. Bulk purchasing requires long-term commitment, often 18 months or more. Ensure physician champions approve the standardized product list before signing volume agreements; clinical friction kills savings fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrategy 3\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eOptimize Payer Mix\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaximize Reimbursement Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour revenue ceiling depends on payer selection, not just volume. You must actively schedule procedures with payers offering better reimbursement rates. If your core services average \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e, shifting just 10% of volume to a payer offering 20% higher rates directly boosts monthly gross revenue significantly. This is Strategy 3 in action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTracking ATP Drivers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo improve the Average Treatment Price (ATP), you need granular data linking procedure codes to contracted payer rates. Calculate the current effective reimbursement rate per procedure type. This metric dictates scheduling priority for your operating rooms. What this estimate hides is the administrative cost of servicing many low-yield payers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcedure volume by specialty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePayer-specific negotiated rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e ATP baseline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSchedule Prioritization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNegotiate contracts that reward higher case complexity or volume commitments from top payers. When scheduling, ensure operating room time is allocated first to procedures with the highest expected net reimbursement, not just the highest volume. If onboarding takes 14+ days, churn risk rises for patients waiting for higher-value slots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContract review for high-yield payers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlotting high-reimbursement cases first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReviewing ancillary fee inclusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePayer Contract Reality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe wary of contracts that offer high gross rates but demand steep discounts for ancillary services or require expensive credentialing. A seemingly high rate might be offset by high Billing and Collections Fees, which you aim to reduce from \u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e toward \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s the net yield that matters, defintely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrategy 4\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eRight-Size Clinical Staffing\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStaffing Efficiency\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaffing must match OR use; keeping Registered Nurses (RNs) and Surgical Technicians (STs) ready for 100% capacity when you only run 65% of cases burns cash fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStaffing Cost Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClinical staffing covers RNs and STs needed to run your operating rooms (ORs). You must model the required full-time equivalents (FTEs) based on your target utilization, aiming for perhaps \u003cstrong\u003e1.5 FTEs\u003c\/strong\u003e per active OR slot. If utilization stays under \u003cstrong\u003e70%\u003c\/strong\u003e, you're paying for defintely idle time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetermine required staff per OR slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalculate fully loaded labor cost per FTE.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel required FTEs based on case volume forecast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptimize Staff Scheduling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid fixed commitments for staff covering low-volume days. Use contingent labor or PRN (as needed) nurses when utilization is low. If you aim for \u003cstrong\u003e85%\u003c\/strong\u003e utilization, you can reduce reliance on expensive standby pay. Staffing to 100% of potential OR count instead of actual case demand is a common mistake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse on-call pay instead of high base salaries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-train staff across different OR functions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchedule administrative tasks during low-case times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUtilization Impact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabor cost per procedure rises sharply when OR utilization drops below \u003cstrong\u003e70%\u003c\/strong\u003e, directly eroding the margin on your \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e average treatment price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrategy 5\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eReduce Billing Leakage\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCut Billing Waste\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCutting Billing and Collections Fees from \u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e to the \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e target by 2030 is non-negotiable for margin improvement. This lever demands fixing internal coding accuracy now to stop the costly downstream denial cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Billing Fees Cover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fees cover staff, software, and third-party costs to secure payment from payers. You need total monthly charges versus net cash collected to track this. If the current \u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e rate holds, you lose 40 cents on every dollar billed before fixed costs even start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLowering Collections Costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo hit \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e, mandate rigorous internal claim scrubbing before submission to eliminate coding errors that cause denials. Invest in specialized training for coders focusing on complex procedure codes. Don't just outsource the problem; own the front end of the revenue cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrain staff on payer-specific coding rules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement automated claim edits pre-submission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview all high-dollar denials manually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Profit Impact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosing the \u003cstrong\u003e10-point gap\u003c\/strong\u003e between your current 40% fee structure and the 30% goal by 2030 directly translates to a massive increase in net operating income, assuming procedure volume remains stable through 2029. That’s pure margin gain, defintely worth the process effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrategy 6\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eControl Fixed Overhead\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eScrutinize Fixed Base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFixed overhead is a major drag when utilization is low. You must immediately scrutinize the \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e facility lease and \u003cstrong\u003e$4,000\u003c\/strong\u003e insurance costs. These two line items alone total \u003cstrong\u003e$29,000\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly, which must be covered before you make a dime of profit. You defintely need a concrete plan to reduce this base cost now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFacility Lease Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000 Facility Lease\u003c\/strong\u003e covers your physical space for the outpatient surgical center. This cost is constant regardless of how many procedures you run, making it a major hurdle for break-even. You need the lease agreement term and square footage to benchmark against local medical real estate rates. Still, this is your biggest fixed burden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLease term length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent square footage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal market rate comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCutting Insurance Costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo cut the \u003cstrong\u003e$29,000\u003c\/strong\u003e fixed base, start by challenging the lease terms immediately, perhaps seeking a tenant improvement allowance reduction or early renewal discount. For insurance, get three competitive quotes for malpractice and general liability coverage. If you can shave \u003cstrong\u003e10%\u003c\/strong\u003e off both, you free up \u003cstrong\u003e$2,900\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequest three insurance quotes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInquire about lease abatement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenchmark facility cost per square foot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImpact of Fixed Savings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't wait for utilization to hit \u003cstrong\u003e85%\u003c\/strong\u003e before addressing these costs. Every dollar saved on the $4,000 insurance premium or $25,000 lease directly drops to your bottom line. A \u003cstrong\u003e5%\u003c\/strong\u003e reduction in these fixed costs is equivalent to finding several extra high-reimbursement procedures monthly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrategy 7\n: \u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eEnhance Ancillary Revenue\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEmbed Ancillary Fees\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrate high-margin, non-reimbursable services or specialized equipment fees directly into your procedure pricing structure. This captures revenue that standard insurance reimbursements leave on the table, boosting overall case profitability quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePrice Specialized Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetermine the true cost of specialized monitoring or recovery protocols per case. Inputs needed are equipment amortization schedules and direct labor time for oversight. This sets a fee where the \u003cstrong\u003econtribution margin\u003c\/strong\u003e can exceed \u003cstrong\u003e75%\u003c\/strong\u003e, significantly improving profitability over standard \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e reimbursement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalculate amortization per procedure slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactor in specialized RN time required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget a \u003cstrong\u003e75%+\u003c\/strong\u003e margin on the add-on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBundle Premium Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresent these as optional, premium upgrades rather than mandatory, surprise charges to maintain patient trust. Do not unbundle; instead, create tiered procedural packages that include the advanced service. If the baseline is $5,500, target adding \u003cstrong\u003e$300 to $700\u003c\/strong\u003e per case via these specialized service fees, defintely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer a 'Gold Standard' recovery package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid itemizing fees patients won't recognize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunicate value clearly to drive adoption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-20-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMargin Buffer Impact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncillary revenue acts as a vital margin buffer, especially as you push Medical and Surgical Supplies down from \u003cstrong\u003e90% to 70%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue. 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