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Medical Waste Disposal Atlanta, Georgia (GA) Services – Save Up To 83.6%

Serving the greater Atlanta area’s 5,200,000 residents and 150,000 businesses spanning from Milton to Decatur, Peachtree, and beyond for all of your Atlanta medical waste disposal needs.

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Regulations You Need to Know

Regulated “Medical Waste“

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Biomedical waste is outlined in Georgia Administrative Code (Rule 391-3-4-.15) as:

“(a) Pathological waste, which means all recognizable human tissues and body parts except teeth which are removed during surgery, obstetrical procedures, autopsy, and laboratory procedures.

(b) Biological waste, which means blood and blood products, exudates secretions, suctionings, and other body fluids which contains free liquids and cannot be or are not directly discarded into a municipal sewer system.

(c) Cultures and stocks of infectious agents and associated biologicals including cultures from medical and pathological laboratories, cultures and stocks of infectious agents from research and industrial laboratories, wastes from the production of biologicals, discarded live and attenuated vaccines, and culture dishes and devices used to transfer, inoculate, and mix cultures.

(d) Contaminated animal carcasses, body parts, their bedding, and other wastes from such animals which are infected with or which have been exposed to infectious agents, capable of causing disease in man.

(e) Sharps, which means any discarded article that may cause punctures or cuts. Such waste includes, but is not limited to, items such as needles, IV tubing and syringes with needles attached, and scalpel blades.

(f) Chemotherapy waste, which means any disposable material which has come in contact with cytotoxic/antineoplastic agents (agents toxic to cells) and/or antineoplastic agents (agents that inhibit or prevent the growth and spread of tumors or malignant cells) during the preparation, handling, and administration of such agents. Such waste includes, but is not limited to, masks, gloves, gowns, empty IV tubing bags and vials, and other contaminated materials. The above waste must first be classified as empty which means such quantity that it is not subject to other federal or state waste management regulations prior to being handled as biomedical waste.

(g) Discarded medical equipment and parts, excluding expendable supplies and materials included in paragraphs (a) through (f) of this Rule, which have not been decontaminated, and that were in contact with infectious agents.”

If your facility only produces “sharps”, you can rest assured that’s the majority of medical waste for facilities (~80% of our Atlanta clients also only produce “sharps” as their medical waste.)

Learn about COVID-19 waste disposal regulations here.

Facilities of Regulated Medical Waste

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The Georgia Administrative Code (Rule 391-3-4-.15), outlines comprehensive regulations concerning the management of regulated medical waste in healthcare facilities, which include a variety of establishments such as hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and dental offices. These regulations ensure the safe handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of medical waste, thereby safeguarding public health and the environment.

Key aspects of these regulations include:

  1. The code categorizes biomedical waste as any solid waste containing pathological waste, biological wastes, cultures, and stocks of infectious agents, chemotherapy waste, and discarded medical equipment and parts. It’s important to distinguish between regulated and non-regulated medical waste, with regulated medical waste often referred to as biomedical waste in Georgia.
  2. Facilities must store medical waste in a manner that prevents access by patients or the general public, labels it correctly to avoid accidental disposal, and stores it in a cool, dry place to prevent degradation and avoid attracting pests. Sharps must be stored in compliant containers that prevent leakage and tearing.
  3. Proper packaging is essential for the transportation of medical waste. Containers must be leak-proof, rigid, and labeled correctly. For example, chemotherapy and pathological waste must be labeled for incineration, while all biological wastes should bear the general biohazard symbol. Sharps containers must be puncture-resistant to ensure the safety of all handlers.
  4. Both state and federal regulations must be adhered to. Facilities must be aware of their waste generator status, as this impacts the volume of waste they can store and the duration it can be stored before disposal. Non-compliance with these regulations can result in significant fines.
  5. Medical waste management companies must have the appropriate permits and insurance to handle and transport medical waste. The waste generator retains responsibility for the waste until it is properly treated and disposed of, emphasizing the importance of working with reputable waste management companies.

Dispose of Regulated Medical Waste

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The risks of improper medical waste disposal are clear.

The City of Atlanta in Fulton County, Georgia, adheres to state and federal regulations for the disposal of regulated waste. This type of waste can include a variety of materials, such as biomedical waste, hazardous waste, and electronic waste.

BioMedical Waste Solutions is one of the very few private Atlanta medical waste disposal companies that are registered and permitted by Georgia state to handle, transport, store, destroy, and dispose of medical waste and provide Atlanta medical waste disposal services.

Low Cost. Reliable. Compliant. Guaranteed.

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Low Cost

Enjoy cost-effective medical waste disposal throughout Atlanta, Georgia with actual fixed rates and no hidden fees. Clients save up to 83.6% with us versus other companies.

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Reliable

In just 14 years, we’ve grown to over 10,000+ happy clients in the State of Georgia because we virtually guarantee timely and reliable pick-ups. You can count on us!

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Compliant

Compliance with State and Federal laws governing the proper disposal of medical waste is not a choice. Atlanta regulated medical waste is the law. We have you 100% covered.

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Our Same Price Guarantee

Our “same price guarantee” is simple: When you sign up with us, we commit to NEVER raising your price. Ever.

Most biomedical waste disposal companies in Atlanta come in and promise a low-price, but then they raise your prices over time. For example, most Stericycle contracts will raise your pick-up prices every 9 months over 5 years! That’s almost 7 price raises and exponential cost increases!

We trust our guarantee makes it a no-brainer to work with us.

Yes, We Do Pick-Up In Your Atlanta Location

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BioMedical Waste Solutions in Atlanta is near Emory University Hospital which is close to Mountain Park, Buckhead, Duluth at 5824 Suffex Green Ln NW, Atlanta, GA 30339. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium, and the World of Coca-Cola are nearby.

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Effective Atlanta, Georgia medical waste disposal services are more than just “picking up your medical waste at a good price.” It’s about:

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Compliant Shredding

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We protect what matters most by also offering you document shredding services.

Now you can protect the privacy of your clinical information and Atlanta residents by disposing of your paper-based records in a HIPAA compliant, safe, and cost-effective way.

NOTE: Stericycle and Shred-It will still result in you dealing with two different reps (one for each company). With us, you’ll save time and money by having only one rep/supplier/invoice for both shredding and medical waste disposal Atlanta, GA.

Atlanta Sharps Disposal Solutions

It may interest you to know that we provide Houston sharps disposal. We will pick up your sharps containers of almost any size (2 gallons all the way up to 40 gallons.) Simply add your sharps containers to the box we provide you and we will pick it up on your next scheduled pick-up.

What Belongs in a Sharps Container?

According to the Georgia Administrative Code (Rule 391-3-4-.15), the contents that should be placed in a sharps container include:

  • Needles
  • IV tubing and syringes with needles attached
  • Scalpel blades
  • Any other discarded articles that may cause punctures or cuts

Learn more about sharps container disposal here.

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Our Clients Choose Us Because…

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We Never Raise Our Rates

With our “Same Price Guarantee,” we are committed to never raising your rates. Never! You won’t find this guarantee elsewhere. Other medical waste companies get you in the door by promising low prices, but then they raise their rates quite drastically over time. Instead, we’ll give you a fair price and then grandfather you into that price forever! That’s how we reward our loyal customers, and it’s why the average organization that hires us saves up to 83.6% with us.

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We Have the Expertise You Need

Over 10,000 clients trust us to manage their biomedical waste because we’ve been doing this work for over 14 years. Our pickups are timely and reliable because we have so much experience with proper disposal of medical waste. We know all the ins and outs of the regulations so that you don’t have to stress about it. We’ll even train your team on OSHA and HIPAA compliance. Avoid the $70,000 fines per violation and put your trust in BioMedical Waste Solutions.

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We Offer Comprehensive Solutions

You won’t have to hire multiple companies when you turn to us. We’ll handle your biohazardous waste disposal, sharps disposal, document destruction and shredding, red bag biomedical, pathological, and medical waste removal, infectious waste and sharps containers, OSHA and HIPPA compliance training, and more. BioMedical Waste Solutions is your one stop shop for everything related to medical waste management. Plus, we’ll customize our services to your needs.

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FAQs

What’s the price for a pick-up?

Know that we offer low-cost medical waste disposal that will save you up to 83.6% versus other companies because we have no hidden fees and a guarantee that we will refrain from raising your price.

We wish we could list prices online, however the prices vary based on your location in Atlanta, your frequency of pick-up (monthly, quarterly, etc.), and the amount of waste (volume) you give us to dispose of.

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Do you pick-up in my area?

If you’re in the greater Atlanta area, we’ll absolutely pick-up your regulated medical waste because we service all healthcare in Atlanta, Georgia and beyond!

If your facility is outside of the greater Atlanta area, there’s a good chance we’ll pick-up your waste, but just in case you are in a rural area, please give us a call at 1 (713) 357-6299 now, and within 10 seconds, we will let you know if we have trucks coming to your area. If we don’t have trucks coming to your area, we’ll offer you another solution to get biohazardous medical waste in Atlanta picked up.

Are there any additional fees?

Unfortunately in our industry, many companies’ quotes look low-cost, but unscrupulously, they have sneaked in hidden fees and/or have hidden ways to administer “price increases” (“PIs”) in their contracts for as much as 18% twice per year! (That would double your cost every ~4 years!)

We run an honest, fair, and ethical business, so we have no hidden fees and we guarantee we will refrain from raising our price. Period.

What is the method of disposal for medical waste?

Medical waste disposal typically involves segregation, treatment, and final disposal. The waste is first categorized based on type and risk, then treated to reduce its hazard (often through methods like autoclaving or incineration), and finally disposed of in accordance with regulatory guidelines to ensure environmental safety.

How do you dispose of sharps containers in Atlanta?

Disposal of sharps containers in Atlanta involves placing used sharps in FDA-approved containers, which are then handed over to licensed medical waste disposal services. These services ensure the safe and compliant destruction of the sharps, usually through incineration or other approved methods, adhering to local and federal regulations.

What are the methods of waste disposal?

Methods of waste disposal include incineration, autoclaving, chemical treatment, and landfilling. Incineration burns waste to reduce its volume, autoclaving uses steam to sterilize, chemical treatment neutralizes hazardous components, and landfilling involves burying waste in designated areas following treatment to minimize environmental impact.

What are the steps in biomedical waste management?

Biomedical waste management steps include segregation (separating waste at the point of generation), collection and storage (using appropriate containers and conditions), transportation (using licensed carriers), treatment (like autoclaving or chemical disinfection to neutralize hazards), and final disposal (in compliance with legal and environmental standards).

1 Fun and 1 Interesting Fact About Atlanta!

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Atlanta, known as the “City in a Forest,” stands out for its lush tree coverage, making it one of the most densely forested urban areas in the US. This natural abundance offers a unique blend of city life and greenery. Additionally, Atlanta holds a significant historical distinction: it was the only North American city destroyed as an act of war when General Sherman burned it during the Civil War. This event, immortalized in “Gone with the Wind,” marks Atlanta’s resilience and its remarkable ability to reinvent itself from the ashes of its past.

Atlanta, GA Local Resources

Atlanta Medical Waste Disposal

5824 Suffex Green Ln NW
Atlanta, GA 30339

(478) 707-3355

Georgia Department of Public Health

200 Piedmont Avenue, SE Atlanta
GA 30334 US

(404) 657-2700

Fulton County Board of Health

10 Park Place South SE
Atlanta, GA 30303

(404) 613-1205

Atlanta Police Department

215 Lakewood Way SW
Atlanta, GA 30315

(404) 546-6900

City of Atlanta

55 Trinity Ave SW
Atlanta, GA 30303

(404) 330-6000

Metro Atlanta Chamber

191 Peachtree Tower, 191 Peachtree St NE #3400
Atlanta, GA 30303

(404) 880-9000

Atlanta Medical Waste Resources

City of Atlanta Sanitation

315 Chester Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316

(404) 523 0632

Atlanta Department of Public Works

55 Trinity Ave SW #4700
Atlanta, GA 30303

(404) 330-6240

What is Emory University Hospital?

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Emory University Hospital is a renowned academic medical center located in Atlanta, Georgia. It is part of Emory Healthcare, the largest health care system in Georgia. Known for its high standards in research, teaching, and patient care, Emory University Hospital offers a wide range of services, including specialized treatments and surgeries. It is affiliated with Emory University School of Medicine and is recognized for its contributions to medical research and education. The hospital is well-regarded for its expertise in various medical fields and is a key player in advancing medical knowledge and patient care practices.

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What is the Georgia Environmental Policy Act?

The Georgia Environmental Policy Act (GEPA) is a legislative framework that guides state agencies in Georgia in evaluating the environmental impact of their actions. It mandates that for any state-funded project that might significantly affect the environment, an environmental effects report must be prepared. This act ensures that environmental considerations are integrated into the decision-making process for public projects. The goal is to minimize, mitigate, or avoid adverse environmental impacts. GEPA is an essential tool for sustainable development and environmental stewardship in Georgia.

Top Hospitals in Atlanta

There is no shortage of healthcare providers in Tampa, GA, and there are many excellent choices. Some of Tampa’s top hospitals include:.

Emory University Hospital

1364 Clifton Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30322

(404) 712-2000

Grady Memorial Hospital

80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 30303

(404) 616-1000

Piedmont Atlanta

1968 Peachtree Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30309

(404) 605-5000

Select Specialty Hospital – Midtown Atlanta

705 Juniper St NE
Atlanta, GA 30308

(404) 873-2871

Northside Hospital Atlanta

1000 Johnson Ferry Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30342

(404) 851-8000

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – Egleston Hospital

1405 Clifton Rd
Atlanta, GA 30322

(404) 785-5437

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – Hughes Spalding Hospital

35 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 30303

(404) 785-5437

Wellstar East Point Health Center

1170 Cleveland Ave Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30344

(404) 466-7900

More About Medical Waste Disposal in Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta is a vibrant and diverse city with a rich cultural and historical backdrop. As of recent estimates, Atlanta’s population is over 500,000, making it the most populous city in the state. The city exhibits a dynamic demographic composition, reflecting a blend of different cultures and ethnicities. African Americans constitute a significant portion of the population, alongside a growing number of Hispanic, Asian, and White residents. This diverse mix contributes to Atlanta’s unique cultural landscape, seen in its cuisine, festivals, and community events.

Residents of Atlanta experience a bustling urban life combined with traditional Southern hospitality. The city is known for its influential role in civil rights history, a legacy that continues to shape its social and political landscape. Atlanta’s economy is robust, driven by sectors like logistics, professional services, media operations, and information technology. Educationally, the city is a hub for higher learning, home to prestigious institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University. The city’s blend of history, culture, and modernity makes it a compelling place to live, work, and explore.

In Atlanta, health care waste disposal is a critical aspect of maintaining public health and safety. The city’s healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and research institutions, generate a substantial volume of medical waste daily. To address this challenge, Atlanta has a well-regulated system in place for the collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of medical waste.

Licensed medical waste disposal companies play a pivotal role in ensuring that hazardous materials, such as used syringes, contaminated materials, and biomedical waste, are handled and disposed of in accordance with state and federal regulations. This rigorous approach not only safeguards the environment but also protects healthcare workers and the community from potential health risks associated with improper disposal of medical waste. Atlanta’s commitment to effective medical waste management and proper sharps disposal is essential for maintaining the city’s public health standards and preserving its natural surroundings.

BioMedical Waste Solutions offers low cost, reliable, and compliant medical waste disposal services in Atlanta, Georgia. Whether you’re looking for biohazardous waste disposal management, sharps disposal, office disposal supplies, document destruction certification, red bag biomedical, pathological, and medical waste removal, OSHA and HIPPA compliance training programs, or sharps bin containers, we are here to reduce your liability and simplify your waste disposal process.

Our clients love our same price guarantee, which means that once you sign up with us, we will NEVER raise your prices! Other medical waste management companies promise low prices and then raise your prices over time. You’ll never have that experience when you hire BioMedical Waste Solutions.

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