Procuring ABPM devices – NPA selected suppliers

The NPA are working to ensure that members can access validated devices to deliver the Hypertension Case Finding Service. There are two NPA approved ABPM monitors, which are supplied by Numed Healthcare and Alliance Healthcare.  Detailed information about the ABPM devices, installation, training and technical support services offered by each company can be found below.

The NPA has partnered with Numed Healthcare to supply Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor (ABPM) packages that fully satisfy the requirements of the NHS Community Pharmacy Hypertension Case-Finding Advanced Service.

 

Numed Healthcare is a leading supplier of diagnostic medical devices. All equipment is supplied with comprehensive installation, product training and ongoing support services.

 

  • Rental and Outright Purchase options
  • ABPM validated by the BIHS achieving the highest A/A grade for accuracy
  • Meets the requirements of NICE Hypertension Guidelines
  • Industry leading 7-year warranty
  • Easy to use. Comfortable for the patient and very quiet when in operation
  • Intuitive PC software included for patient set-up and test interpretation
  • Low-cost, comfortable, and durable cuffs (S, M, L and XL available)
  • Quick and simple infection control procedure in-line with current guidance
  • Compatible with pharmacy IT software and hardware (connects via USB port)
  • Stock available for immediate delivery
  • ‘Clinic Check’ monitors also supplied

 

Purchase Type Description Selling Price
Outright Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor (ABPM) £1,099+VAT
Rental* Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor (ABPM) £45+VAT per month

 

A Clinic Check blood pressure device is also available for £60 + VAT, or an extra £3.50 + VAT/month when added to an ABPM rental package.

*The rental package includes installation and training, and all the benefits of the comprehensive MediServe support service.

Find out more about Numed and the Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor (ABPM) packages they offer.

 

The NPA has arranged with Alliance Healthcare to make available the Microlife WatchBPO3 AFIB AMBULATORY, a 1st generation device at £999+VAT.

This device is:

  • Accredited for use in the Hypertension Case-Finding Service
  • Has a five year warranty
  • Can be calibrated by the supplier for approximately £39
  • If any issues discovered during recalibration cannot be corrected it will be replaced FOC if within the warranty period
  • Supplied with Medium cuff only

Additional cuffs available from Alliance Healthcare are:

Purchase Type  Description Selling Price
Outright MICROLIFE S CUFF 17-22CM £9.75+VAT
Outright MICROLIFE CUFF L/XL 32-52CM £11.00+VAT

 

To Pre-order this device, complete the order form. Please note that details from this form will be received by Alliance Healthcare and used to fulfil your order.