Iowa Ortho awards Prime Vendor status to Medline
Agreement supports standardization and pricing transparency among 15 locations in central Iowa
By Medline Newsroom Staff | July 16, 2025
Northfield, Ill., July 16, 2025 – Medline today announced a Prime Vendor agreement with Iowa Ortho in Des Moines, Iowa, which, with 26 specialty physicians, offers comprehensive medical evaluations and medical care that address a wide range of areas ranging from general orthopedics to sports medicine and neck and spine.
Under this new agreement, Iowa Ortho has access to Medline’s portfolio of products and data to help drive increased standardization, operational efficiency and cost savings across the organization. This agreement also aims to bring added stability to acquiring the products Iowa Ortho needs to deliver care and proactive communication on price changes, backorder updates, inventory tracking and comprehensive reporting to guide strategic business decisions.
“Efficiency and reliability in our supply chain are critical to maintaining the high level of care our patients expect,” said Julie Walker, clinical operations manager at Iowa Ortho. “This partnership with Medline gives us greater visibility into our procurement operations, helps us manage costs and allows our staff to stay focused on what matters most — exceptional patient outcomes.”
Iowa Ortho has served patients in the metro Des Moines area for more than 70 years. Its providers offer a variety of services and procedures to meet the diverse needs of patients, including injectable therapy, surgery, casting/bracing and imaging.
“Supporting Iowa Ortho means working with a team that’s deeply invested in providing the latest care focused on their patients,” said Brenna Hansen, physician office representative at Medline. “We’re proud to provide the tools, data and flexibility they need to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.”
To learn how Medline tailors solutions for physician offices around the country, visit medline.com/PO.
About Medline
Medline is the largest provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care. Through its broad product portfolio, resilient supply chain and leading clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Ill., the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. To learn more about how Medline makes healthcare run better, visit medline.com.
About Iowa Ortho
Iowa Ortho has been a trusted leader in orthopedic care for more than 70 years, serving patients across Central Iowa with a commitment to excellence, innovation and compassionate service. Iowa Ortho’s team of highly specialized physicians and advanced practitioners provides comprehensive care in a wide range of orthopedic specialties, including sports medicine, joint replacement, spine care, hand and upper extremity, foot and ankle, physical and occupational therapy and more.
By offering physical and occupational therapy in-house, Iowa Ortho supports patients through every step of their recovery, from initial injury to full rehabilitation. Iowa Ortho combines advanced technology with personalized treatment plans to help patients return to the activities they love. With multiple locations across central Iowa, Iowa Ortho is proud to deliver expert, accessible and affordable care to the communities it serves.
Learn more at iowaortho.com.
Contact:
Carroll Henning
chenning@medline.com
(847) 226-0587
Medline Newsroom Staff
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