major group purchasing organization

Vizient is the largest member-driven healthcare performance improvement company in the United States, serving more than 60% of the nation's acute care hospitals. The company operates as a major group purchasing organization (GPO), leveraging the collective buying power of its diverse membership to negotiate significant discounts on medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and purchased services. Beyond procurement, Vizient provides advanced data analytics, clinical benchmarking, and advisory services to help healthcare providers improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Its membership includes academic medical centers, pediatric facilities, community hospitals, and non-acute healthcare providers.