• Vital signs monitor with adult and pediatric cuffs, plus SpO₂

• Exam or procedure chair/stretcher for intake and assessments

• Patient scale (wheelchair or bariatric, as required)

• Hand hygiene station with hands-free faucet, soap, and towels

• PPE supplies, including gloves, masks, gowns, and sharps containers

• Diagnostic wall set or mobile diagnostic cart for exams

Procedure Room Essentials

Procedure rooms must support both clinical precision and staff ergonomics while meeting regulatory requirements.

• Procedure, exam, or OR table (with side rails as needed)

• Task or exam lighting (ceiling-mounted or mobile)

• Instrument tables and Mayo stands

• Electrosurgical unit (ESU) with grounding pads

• Suction system (wall-mounted or portable) with tubing and canisters

• IV poles and infusion pumps, where applicable

• Anesthesia or airway cart, if required by procedures

• Crash cart located nearby per facility policy

• Adjustable clinician stools for comfort and positioning

Sterilization & Reprocessing Equipment

Proper reprocessing is crucial for ensuring patient safety and compliance with accreditation standards. Every ASC should ensure equipment aligns with manufacturer IFUs and regulatory standards.

• Autoclave or steam sterilizer, validated and documented

• Ultrasonic cleaner or washer, as applicable

• Sterilization packaging: pouches, wraps, chemical & biological indicators

• Drying racks and cooling area

• Water treatment or distilled water systems, per IFU

• Sterilization logbooks, label printers, and cycle printer paper

PACU / Recovery Area

Post-anesthesia care units must be equipped to closely monitor patients and respond quickly if conditions change.

• Multi-parameter patient monitors (ECG, NIBP, SpO₂, temperature; capnography if required)

• Oxygen delivery systems (wall-mounted or portable) and suction

• Patient warming devices, including blanket or IV fluid warmers

• Portable thermometers and pulse oximeters

• Privacy curtains or screens, recliners, or recovery stretchers

• Documentation workstations with nearby power and data access

Patient Transport Equipment

Safe and efficient transport reduces injury risk and improves patient experience throughout the facility.

• Stretchers or gurneys with side rails and directional locks

• Transport wheelchairs

• Oxygen tank holders, carts, and regulators

• Transfer aids such as slide boards and step stools

• IV poles designed for transport

Facility & Compliance Essentials

These items support daily operations, infection control, and survey readiness.

• Hands-free handwashing sinks and PPE stations

• Waste management systems for biohazard, sharps, and recycling

• Emergency equipment, including AEDs and accessible crash carts

• Label printers and barcode systems for supplies and PM logs

• Storage solutions with clean/dirty separation, labeled bins, and par levels

• Clear signage for safety, wayfinding, and patient privacy

High-Velocity Disposables to Stock Consistently

Disposables move fast in ASCs. Keeping the right items on hand prevents delays and costly last-minute orders.

• Gloves (nitrile or latex), masks, caps, and shoe covers

• Procedure-appropriate drapes and gowns

• Gauze, syringes, needles, wipes, and specimen containers

• Sterilization pouches, indicators, printer paper, and labels

Ways to Save More with MFI Medical

• Discounts & Promotions

• Subscribe & Save (2%) on high-use disposables

• Price Match Guarantee

• Free Invoice Audit

How to Use This ASC Equipment Checklist

• Print the checklist and review it room by room

• Customize it with specialty-specific equipment

• Set par levels and label bins to avoid stockouts

• Confirm power and data locations before installing equipment

• Maintain sterilization validation records and PM logs for accreditation

Always follow manufacturer IFUs and local regulations. Coordinate electrical and medical gas installations with licensed contractors and your facilities team.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What size should an ASC exam or procedure room be?

Room dimensions vary by specialty and code. Ensure ADA-accessible routes, proper door clearance, and adequate space for equipment, power, and data connections.

2. How can ASCs prevent stockouts without overbuying?

Set par levels based on weekly usage and lead time, maintain about two weeks of safety stock, and enroll core disposables in Subscribe & Save.

3. What’s the fastest way to reduce supply costs?

Standardize SKUs and request a free invoice audit. MFI Medical can identify equivalent products and better pricing tiers.

4. Can MFI Medical outfit an ASC end-to-end?

Yes. We provide complete room solutions, carts, kits, and bundles—and we’ll match or beat comparable quotes.