Item Types

Differentiate between the high-level operational behaviors of inventory items.

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Understanding Item Types

Not everything in the hospital behaves the same way. The Item Type dictates how the system processes the product downstream.

• Consumables / Pharmaceuticals: Items like Syringes, Cotton, or Paracetamol that are depleted upon use and require constant reordering. These track Expiry Dates and Batch Numbers.
• Capital Equipment (Assets): Items like MRI Machines or Patient Monitors. These are not "consumed" by a patient. They are tracked for depreciation, maintenance, and physical location within the hospital.
• Services: Intangible items like "Consultation Fee" or "Blood Test". These are billed to patients but do not reduce physical stock levels when used.