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Owens & Minor, Inc., a Fortune 500 company, is a global healthcare solutions provider that operates in the healthcare industry. The company's main business activities include providing products and services to healthcare providers, manufacturers, and patients through its two segments: Products & Healthcare Services and Patient Direct. These segments offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and services, including medical and surgical supplies, sterilization wrap, surgical drapes and gowns, facial protection, protective apparel, medical exam gloves, custom and minor procedure kits, and delivery of disposable medical supplies and equipment rented and sold directly to patients and home health agencies.

The company generates revenue primarily through the sale of medical and surgical supplies, with the remainder coming from the provision of services such as supplier management and inventory management. Its customers include hospitals, healthcare systems, and patients, primarily located in the United States, but also in Canada, Asia, Australia, Europe, and Latin America.

Owens & Minor operates in a highly competitive industry, with major competitors including Cardinal Health, Inc. and Medline Industries, Inc. The company's competitive advantages include its strong reputation for quality and reliability, a diverse product portfolio, and a global presence. Its commitment to innovation has led to the development of proprietary products and services.

The company's products and services are subject to comprehensive regulation by federal, state, local, and foreign governments and agencies. Compliance with these laws and regulations is costly and materially affects the company's business. The company is also subject to privacy laws and regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

The following are Owens & Minor's brand names and/or trade names of its products and services: medical and surgical supplies, sterilization wrap, surgical drapes and gowns, facial protection, protective apparel, medical exam gloves, custom and minor procedure kits, diabetes treatment, home respiratory therapy, obstructive sleep apnea treatment, and patient support services.