DGHS Flags Reuse of Single-Use Medical Devices, Warns of Infection Risks and Possible Overcharging

Centre directs States to crack down on reuse of single-use medical devices in hospitals

DGHS said the practice has been observed in some private and corporate hospitals, especially in cardiology, nephrology, oncology, cardiothoracic and vascular surgery, and neurosurgery

DGHS directs states, hospitals to prohibit reuse of single-use medical devices

The directive, issued on October 16, comes amid longstanding concerns over the practice of reprocessing and reusing disposable medical products in some healthcare settings to reduce costs.

DGHS flags reuse of single-use medical devices, warns of infection risks and possible overcharging

DGHS has directed states & drug regulators to crack down on hospitals. Flags reuse particularly in cardiology, nephrology, oncology.

Govt bans reuse of single-use medical devices

The DGHS has banned the reuse of single-use medical devices across all healthcare facilities in India, citing severe patient safety risks, regulatory violations, and billing concerns.

AiMeD Welcomes DGHS Directive Prohibiting Reuse of Single-use Medical Devices

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD) warmly welcomes the Directorate General of Health Services' directive of 16 October 2026 to all States and UTs, the DCGI and CGHS, prohibiting reuse of single-use medical devices and disposable surgical items in all healthcare organisations, public and private. India News | AiMeD Welcomes DGHS Directive Prohibiting Reuse of Single-use …

Govt raps corporate hospitals for reusing single-use devices, billing patients

The Union health ministry has directed states to stop hospitals from reusing single-use medical devices. The order highlights patient-safety risks, billing concerns and potential regulatory violations.