Medical Waste Disposal Jonesboro, AR
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Jonesboro, Arkansas Medical Waste Disposal Services
MedPro Disposal offers medical waste disposal, infectious sharps waste management, OSHA compliance training including bloodborne pathogens training and certification, and HIPAA-compliance document shredding and data destruction services. MedPro Disposal keeps your practice safe and compliant so you can focus on what matters most, your patients.
Medical Waste Management & Sharps Disposal
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Pharmaceutical Disposal
MedPro Disposal’s Mail Back Pharmaceutical Waste Disposal Service makes it safe and easy to adhere to requirements.
OSHA & HIPAA Compliance Certification
MedPro Disposal is dedicated to helping educate you and your staff on ways to make compliance a simple and hassle-free part of your life.
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Jonesboro, AR
Jonesboro is a city in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States. According to the 2013 Census, the population of the city was 71,551. A college town, Jonesboro is the largest city in northeastern Arkansas and the fifth most populous city in the state.
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Discover Your Savings| Practice Type | Zip Code | Projected Annual Savings |
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| Health Care Clinic | 72401 | $919 |
| Dental | 72401 | $560 |
| Urgent Care | 72086 | $10,735 |
Medical Waste Disposal Jonesboro, AR
Jonesboro is an excellent college town located in Craighead County. The city is the largest in northeastern Arkansas, and attracts many students. Arkansas State University is very fortunate to call Jonesboro home. The city is a regional center for manufacturing, agriculture, medicine, education, and trade. The abundance of opportunities provided make it very appealing for residents and surrounding communities. There are many activities and attractions that are provided for the residents of Jonesboro to participate in.
Craighead Forest Park is ranked among the top attractions voted by the community. The park is maintained extremely well by the city, providing visitors with a pleasurable experience. Pavilions are available for picnics and family reunions. The nature center provides a wonderful display of Arkansas’s beautiful scenery. There are several play areas located throughout the park, along with an excellent disc golf course. This park is a nature enthusiast’s dream; the variety of activities explain why this park is ranked among the top attractions.
The Centennial Bank Stadium is also ranked among the most visited attractions by the residents of Jonesboro. The gigantic sporting stadium brings the community together on the weekends to enjoy college football. The prices are reasonable for your family and friends to get out and experience Arkansas State football. Make sure to stop at the concession stands to grab a bag of famous Arkansas kettle corn.
There are many activities and events for the residents of Jonesboro to participate in. Although, the residents are most appreciative for the top-tier healthcare system. The nationally recognized healthcare facilities include: St. Bernards Medical Center, NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital, and Health South Rehabilitation. The dense population of Craighead County keep these facilities busy year-round. The facilities all share one common problem, which involves the vast amount of medical waste that is produced.
Medical waste is broadly defined as any item that comes into contact with bodily fluids. Specifically, it is any solid waste that is generated in the diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of a human. It is extremely important the disposal process of this waste is taken with caution. MedPro Disposal specializes in the medical waste removal for the healthcare facilities of Jonesboro. We provide cost-effective and reliable services to eliminate your medical waste concerns. The services offered by MedPro Disposal include: regulated medical waste disposal, pharmaceutical disposal, and OSHA compliance training.
Our medical waste disposal service that is offered to the healthcare facilities of Jonesboro is a great solution. Our team is able to construct a personalized waste removal plan in order to accommodate your needs. There are only two pieces of information that are required in order to get the process started. It is important our team knows how much waste you are producing, and how often you would like to have the waste picked up. That information allows the team to put together the best cost-effective plan for you. You will be provided with a pick up schedule for the waste once those factors are determined. Your facility will be provided with red-lined cardboard boxes to hold the accumulated waste. Our drivers will take away your waste on your scheduled pick up date and provide you with additional boxes to restart the process.
Another popular program that is offered to the healthcare facilities of Jonesboro is our unique pharmaceutical mail back program. Your practice will be provided with a 2.5 OTC/Rx or controlled bucket to collect unwanted medications. The bucket comes equipped with a prepaid UPS return label for an easy disposal process. The bucket is a one-time purchase which eliminates a monthly expense for your pharmaceutical disposal. There is no time limit for the process of disposing your medications. It does not matter if it takes 1 day or 1 year to fill the bucket. It is extremely important to keep these medications out of Jonesboro’s landfills and water systems. This program is compliant on all state and federal levels, and is a great solution to prevent the illegal diversion of controlled substances.
MedPro Disposal also offers an excellent OSHA training course for your employees. We understand your employees need to be trained, certified, and safe. Your employees will be required to watch short educational videos explaining the proper process of handling medical waste. After each educational video your employee is required to answer multiple choice questions to ensure the information is being retained. Upon completion of the course your employee will be awarded a certificate. The certificate can be printed out for filing purposes, but will also remain accessible on our online portal.
The benefits to working with MedPro Disposal are tremendous. We pride our business on being the nation’s best cost-effective medical waste removal service. The services we offer include: regulated medical waste disposal, pharmaceutical disposal, and OSHA compliance training. These reliable services can be bundled in order to provide your facility substantial savings.

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Jonesboro, Arkansas
Medical waste pickup for healthcare facilities in Jonesboro and the cities around it.
(888) 641-6131Get My Free QuoteJonesboro, AR Local Resources
- 870-933-4600
Jonesboro Police Department
1001 S Caraway Rd Jonesboro, AR 72401
- 870-932-1052
City of Jonesboro
300 S. Church St. Jonesboro, AR 72401
- 870-933-4585
Craighead County Health Department
611 E Washington Ave Suite B Jonesboro, AR 72401
Supply and Other Resources for Jonesboro
- 870-932-0660
City Of Jonesboro Public Works
2601 Dan Ave Jonesboro, AR 72401
- 870-910-5942
OfficeMax
2300 E Highland Dr Jonesboro, AR 72401
- 870-336-3001
Omar's Uptown
301 S. Main St Jonesboro, AR 72401
Jonesboro Little-Known Facts
The Jonesboro area was first inhabited by Indian tribes which included the Osage, the Caddo, and the Quapaw. The name of the state of Arkansas actually comes from the Quapaw language. American settlers eventually made their way to the area where Jonesboro is located and began exploring, hunting, trapping, and trading with the local Indian tribes. A permanent settlement of Jonesboro was set up shortly after 1815.
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Contact MedPro Disposal for a fast, free medical waste removal quote. We’ll get to know you, discuss your needs, and settle on a number. You may be surprised at how much you can save on medical waste disposal with MedPro Disposal.
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Work with MedPro Disposal to determine your first pickup date. We’ll confirm your office hours and provide convenient options for medical waste and sharps pickup.
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Complete a compliance survey. After we get to know your requirements, we’ll send you a survey to identify any areas that need to be brought up to OSHA standards.
All three steps occur at no additional cost to your practice. You’re on your way to safe, affordable, compliant medical waste removal!
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Methods of Jonesboro Medical Waste Disposal
On-site Medical Waste Collection
Package medical waste on-site, then leave it for collection by a medical waste disposal company.
Mailback Waste Disposal
Properly package and label the sharps, then send the biohazardous waste safely through the mail for disposal.
Jonesboro Medical Waste FAQs
Who provides medical waste disposal in Jonesboro, AR?
You have several options in Jonesboro, and MedPro Disposal is among them. We have served healthcare facilities since 2009, hold a BBB A+ rating, and are rated 4.5 out of 5 across 882 Google reviews. Our pickups cover medical waste, sharps and pharmaceutical waste throughout Arkansas. Service is confirmed at your address when you request a quote.
How do I choose a medical waste company in Jonesboro, AR?
Put the same questions to every company serving Jonesboro: what Arkansas requires of them (Arkansas Department of Health, Medical Waste Program can confirm), where your waste is treated, whether you get a record of each pickup, how often they collect, and how the contract handles its term and price changes. Two or three quotes on the same terms will show the real differences.
Which Jonesboro facilities need medical waste disposal?
Medical waste comes from every kind of healthcare facility in Jonesboro, from hospitals to small offices. Federal records list 2 hospitals, 4 nursing homes, 3 dialysis centers, 6 surgery centers and 7 health center sites in Jonesboro. The provider registry adds 46 physician offices with a lab certificate, 83 dentists and 60 pharmacies. Dental offices, veterinary clinics, labs and private practices add to that, and MedPro serves them all.
How much does medical waste disposal cost in Jonesboro, AR?
A Jonesboro practice’s cost comes down to its waste, its containers, its pickup schedule and its building access, which is why we quote each one separately. On average, MedPro customers save 30%. MedPro quotes in Jonesboro ZIP codes have projected annual savings of $919 for a health care clinic and $560 for a dental.
Where can I dispose of medical waste in Jonesboro?
For a facility in Jonesboro, the answer is scheduled pickup: packaged, labeled and documented, then treated under Arkansas’s medical waste rules. Household medical waste is a different category with its own local options in Craighead County.
What are the medical waste rules in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, the legal term is medical waste, and the rules are cited as 20 CAR § 53-102. Arkansas Department of Health, Medical Waste Program is among the agencies involved. OSHA oversees workplace safety for private employers. Local requirements can add to the state’s, so check what applies where your facility is in Jonesboro.
Can I throw sharps in the regular trash in Jonesboro?
A Jonesboro practice should not. Contaminated needles and blades belong in puncture-resistant, leakproof, labeled or color-coded sharps containers under OSHA’s bloodborne pathogens standard, and the full containers are collected for treatment. Sharps from home use are handled differently, so check your local household rules in Craighead County.
Does MedPro Disposal offer OSHA and HIPAA training in Jonesboro?
MedPro Disposal provides online OSHA bloodborne pathogens and HIPAA training with certification to Jonesboro practices. OSHA requires the bloodborne pathogens training when someone is hired and at least annually after that.
Which Jonesboro ZIP codes does MedPro Disposal serve?
The ZIP codes in Jonesboro are 72401, 72402, 72403, 72404, and 72467 (5 in all). To confirm service at your address, ask for a quote or call us.
Which cities near Jonesboro does MedPro Disposal serve?
Cities near Jonesboro that we serve include Trumann (13.3 mi), Paragould (18.6 mi), and Walnut Ridge (23.6 mi). We pick up across Arkansas, and we confirm service at your address.
How do I get a medical waste quote in Jonesboro?
Use the form at the top of this page or call (888) 641-6131. Have your Jonesboro ZIP code, your type of practice, the kinds of waste you generate and roughly how much ready, and tell us whether you are starting service or switching providers.
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