Brightree Strengthens Integrated ePurchasing Relationship with McKesson Medical-Surgical

ATLANTA (May 29, 2014)—Brightree, a provider of cloud-based clinical, billing and business management software solutions for the post-acute care industry, announced that it has strengthened its electronic data exchange relationship with McKesson Medical-Surgical Minnesota Supply Inc. Brightree will now offer electronic purchasing transactions and initial program setup at no charge for Brightree customers through McKesson Direct, an electronic order interface for HME providers. “This enhanced strategic relationship for integrated ePurchasing will continue to provide common customers significant time and cost savings that come with real-time integration,” said Jeff Bowman, vice president, home care sales, McKesson Medical-Surgical. “Customers are reporting improved efficiencies, reduced call volume and labor cost reductions.” Brightree’s integrated electronic purchasing with McKesson Direct enables HME providers to view McKesson Medical-Surgical item availability in real time, perform one-touch drop shipments and receive automatic confirmations, including delivery notifications. Providers can quickly place accurate orders with key suppliers, decrease shipping and delivery expenses, optimize inventory by reducing carrying costs and eliminate re-keying and data entry errors. “Providers need efficiencies that help relieve the financial pressures of reduced reimbursement rates and escalating operational costs,” said Chris Watson, chief operating officer at Brightree. “This strengthened relationship with McKesson Medical-Surgical helps our customers quickly place accurate orders, optimize inventory and streamline administration, all of which contribute to improved profitability.” Click here for more information on the Brightree and McKesson Medical-Surgical relationship.