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1.

DISPENSING SYSTEM WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED DRAWERS

      
Application Number 18330992
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-07
First Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Belligundu, Sunil

Abstract

A drawer includes insulation defining a climate-controlled insulated interior of the drawer, and a refrigeration system. The interior of the drawer may be divided into compartments having lids, and actuators may be provided for unlocking the lids. The actuators may include solenoids, which may be disposed outside the climate-controlled interior of the drawer. The drawer may include an air inlet, an outlet, and a fan. The fan may draw air through an air flow path defined at least in part by the insulation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F25D 25/02 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled by shelves
  • F25D 11/02 - Self-contained movable devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. domestic refrigerators with cooling compartments at different temperatures
  • F25D 23/00 - General constructional features
  • F25D 23/06 - Walls
  • F25D 19/02 - Arrangement or mounting of refrigeration units with respect to devices plug-in type
  • A61G 12/00 - Accommodation for nursing, e.g. in hospitals, not covered by groups , e.g. trolleys for transport of medicaments or food; Prescription lists
  • F25D 13/02 - Stationary devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. cold rooms with several cooling compartments, e.g. refrigerated locker systems

2.

CABINET WITH INTEGRATED PICK-AND-PLACE MECHANISM

      
Application Number 18317159
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-15
First Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kaintz, Ryan
  • Braun, Ezekiel

Abstract

A method of performing location teaching of a robotic arm includes maneuvering an end of arm tooling of a robotic arm to a predefined position of an interface object. The robotic arm is mounted within a mounting site of a mechanical mounting structure. The interface object is positioned on a sub-system of a medication dosing system that is mounted on the mechanical mounting structure. The interface object includes an alignment feature of a known size and shape. A sensor of the end of arm tooling is engaged with the interface object. An offset between the sensor and the interface object is determined based on an interaction between the sensor and the alignment feature. A position of the end of arm tooling is incremented with respect to the interface object along at least one axis. An actual position of the interface object is determined relative to the robotic arm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • B25J 13/08 - Controls for manipulators by means of sensing devices, e.g. viewing or touching devices
  • A47B 67/02 - Cabinets for shaving tackle, medicines, or the like
  • B25J 15/00 - Gripping heads
  • B25J 19/02 - Sensing devices
  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls

3.

MEDICATION DISPENSING CABINET SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18300943
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-14
First Publication Date 2023-08-10
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Paydar, Akbar
  • Kim, Stanley
  • Richardson, Chris
  • Foot, John
  • Amini, Mahmoud
  • Morita, Stuart

Abstract

A medication dispensing cabinet provides controlled access to medications and supplies stored in it. The cabinet may include at least one lockable storage compartment, and a controller that controls access to the at least one lockable storage compartment. The cabinet may include multiple printers integrated into the cabinet. The cabinet may include a camera operably coupled to the controller. The cabinet may include a set of cabinet electronics, and a power distribution and communications circuit board. The cabinet may include a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader, wherein the controller conditions access to the at least one lockable storage compartment on receipt of information from the RFID reader. Data may be stored in the controller according to an implementation of RAID technology. The controller may include multiple electronic communications network interfaces, and may include an out of band network communication channel. A dispensing cabinet may facilitate printing of labels for medications.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • G07G 1/00 - Cash registers
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services

4.

UNIT DOSE DISPENSING MECHANISMS

      
Application Number 18184714
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-16
First Publication Date 2023-07-13
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07F 11/58 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the articles being supported on or by endless belts or like conveyors
  • G07F 11/52 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the storage containers or supports being rotatably mounted about horizontal axes

5.

Sensor driven secure dispensing unit

      
Application Number 18166051
Grant Number 11831913
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-08
First Publication Date 2023-06-15
Grant Date 2023-11-28
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Foot, John
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

A secure dispensing unit includes a housing comprising a first end and a second end and a number of storage assemblies. The number of storage assemblies are arranged in parallel with one another within the housing. Each storage assembly includes a number of compartments arranged linearly along an axis of the housing with each of the compartments being configured to store an item. A cover is coupled with the housing and extends between the first end and the second end such that the cover is positioned over the compartments. An actuator is coupled with the cover, the actuator being configured to retract the cover to draw a distal end of the cover from the first end toward the second end to expose a selected number of compartments.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 19/593 - Methods or arrangements for coding, decoding, compressing or decompressing digital video signals using predictive coding involving spatial prediction techniques
  • H04N 19/426 - Methods or arrangements for coding, decoding, compressing or decompressing digital video signals - characterised by implementation details or hardware specially adapted for video compression or decompression, e.g. dedicated software implementation characterised by memory arrangements using memory downsizing methods
  • H04N 19/176 - Methods or arrangements for coding, decoding, compressing or decompressing digital video signals using adaptive coding characterised by the coding unit, i.e. the structural portion or semantic portion of the video signal being the object or the subject of the adaptive coding the unit being an image region, e.g. an object the region being a block, e.g. a macroblock
  • H04N 19/11 - Selection of coding mode or of prediction mode among a plurality of spatial predictive coding modes
  • H04N 19/463 - Embedding additional information in the video signal during the compression process by compressing encoding parameters before transmission
  • H04N 19/117 - Filters, e.g. for pre-processing or post-processing
  • H04N 19/122 - Selection of transform size, e.g. 8x8 or 2x4x8 DCT; Selection of sub-band transforms of varying structure or type
  • H04N 19/124 - Quantisation
  • H04N 19/129 - Scanning of coding units, e.g. zig-zag scan of transform coefficients or flexible macroblock ordering [FMO]
  • H04N 19/13 - Adaptive entropy coding, e.g. adaptive variable length coding [AVLC] or context adaptive binary arithmetic coding [CABAC]
  • H04N 19/159 - Prediction type, e.g. intra-frame, inter-frame or bidirectional frame prediction
  • H04N 19/174 - Methods or arrangements for coding, decoding, compressing or decompressing digital video signals using adaptive coding characterised by the coding unit, i.e. the structural portion or semantic portion of the video signal being the object or the subject of the adaptive coding the unit being an image region, e.g. an object the region being a slice, e.g. a line of blocks or a group of blocks
  • H04N 19/44 - Decoders specially adapted therefor, e.g. video decoders which are asymmetric with respect to the encoder
  • H04N 19/61 - Methods or arrangements for coding, decoding, compressing or decompressing digital video signals using transform coding in combination with predictive coding
  • H04N 19/625 - Methods or arrangements for coding, decoding, compressing or decompressing digital video signals using transform coding using discrete cosine transform [DCT]
  • H04N 19/82 - Methods or arrangements for coding, decoding, compressing or decompressing digital video signals - Details of filtering operations specially adapted for video compression, e.g. for pixel interpolation involving filtering within a prediction loop
  • H04N 19/96 - Tree coding, e.g. quad-tree coding

6.

COMPOUNDING DEVICE SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18168616
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-14
First Publication Date 2023-06-15
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Trovato, Giuseppe
  • Schiavinato, Andrea
  • Amato, Luca
  • Marsh, Charles
  • Mccutchan, Larry

Abstract

A system for compounding medications. The system includes one or more compounding devices, and a central computer system. The central computer system receives requests, at least some of which require the compounding of one or more medications, and pushes assignments of respective compounding tasks to the one or more compounding devices. The assignments are made in accordance with a set of rules designed to promote efficient use of compounding resources.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 5/178 - Syringes
  • G01G 21/22 - Weigh-pans or other weighing receptacles; Weighing platforms
  • G16H 20/17 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered via infusion or injection
  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture
  • H04N 23/56 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensors; Control thereof provided with illuminating means
  • H04N 23/57 - Mechanical or electrical details of cameras or camera modules specially adapted for being embedded in other devices
  • H04N 23/90 - Arrangement of cameras or camera modules, e.g. multiple cameras in TV studios or sports stadiums

7.

TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED DISPENSE DRAWER

      
Application Number 17969470
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-10-19
First Publication Date 2023-02-09
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Fambro, Dean
  • Arnold, Brian
  • Basler, Brad
  • Kapadia, Vihar
  • Belligundu, Sunil

Abstract

A device for dispensing items includes a cabinet, and a drawer within the cabinet. The drawer includes one or more compartments for storing items and a cooling system within the drawer. The cooling system is configured to maintain the one or more compartments in the drawer at a temperature below the temperature of the environment surrounding the cabinet. The drawer further includes thermal insulation at sides of the drawer and thermal insulation beneath the one or more compartments. The refrigeration system may be a thermoelectric cooling system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F25D 13/02 - Stationary devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. cold rooms with several cooling compartments, e.g. refrigerated locker systems
  • F25D 25/02 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled by shelves
  • F25D 17/04 - Arrangements for circulating cooling fluids; Arrangements for circulating gas, e.g. air, within refrigerated spaces for circulating gas, e.g. by natural convection

8.

Optical sensing-based inventory control systems and methods

      
Application Number 17748729
Grant Number 11961043
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-19
First Publication Date 2022-11-03
Grant Date 2024-04-16
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dattamajumdar, Anupam Kumar
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson
  • D'Costa, John Alfred
  • Robin, Rupert P.
  • Arnold, Brian Richard
  • Sudhir, Sanandan
  • Jayeshbhai, Shah Sohil

Abstract

An inventory tracking system includes storage modules that hold one or more items. Each item is positionable at locations within the storage modules independent of physical characteristics of the item. Inventory monitoring modules are included to monitor storage modules for adding an item, retrieving an item, consuming of the item, returning an unused item, discarding at least a portion of a consumed item, or combinations thereof. Each act is used to determine information about items utilized in the act, including the location within the storage modules of the items. Each storage module updates a central inventory database about a location of the storage module, a revised inventory of the items stored within the storage modules, or both. The location of the storage modules, the revised inventory of the items stored within the storage modules, or both, is used to order a replenishment of the items held within the storage modules.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/087 - Inventory or stock management, e.g. order filling, procurement or balancing against orders
  • A61G 12/00 - Accommodation for nursing, e.g. in hospitals, not covered by groups , e.g. trolleys for transport of medicaments or food; Prescription lists
  • G06T 7/70 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras
  • G06T 7/73 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras using feature-based methods

9.

DISPENSING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PREFILLED SYRINGES

      
Application Number 17867763
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-19
First Publication Date 2022-11-03
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Zhang, Jing
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Makay, Michael
  • Turgel, Ariel David
  • Hearn, Mark
  • Payer, Elisa

Abstract

A dispensing mechanism includes at least two helical augers having threads, and at least two channels configured to hold the items to be dispensed. The items to be dispensed are received at least partially within the threads of the augers. The dispensing mechanism includes a drive mechanism engaged with the at least two augers and configured to rotate the at least two augers to transport the items to be dispensed, driven by the threads of the augers, to dispense the items from the dispensing mechanism. The dispensing mechanism may include a separable dispenser and cassette.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 1/14 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes - Details; Accessories therefor

10.

Unit dose dispensing mechanisms

      
Application Number 17860178
Grant Number 11612545
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-08
First Publication Date 2022-10-27
Grant Date 2023-03-28
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 7/04 - Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine, e.g. programmed dispensers
  • B65D 83/04 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing annular, disc-shaped, or spherical or like small articles, e.g. tablets or pills
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • A61F 15/00 - Auxiliary appliances for wound dressings; Dispensing containers for dressings or bandages
  • G07F 11/62 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles in which the articles are stored in compartments in fixed receptacles
  • G07F 11/18 - Recessed drawers
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • A61J 1/06 - Ampoules or cartridges

11.

IV COMPOUNDING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 17738869
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-05-06
First Publication Date 2022-08-18
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Mccutchan, Larry
  • Mamula, Stanley
  • Marsh, Charles

Abstract

Systems and methods of compounding of medication include a user interface that enables efficient design of compounding workflows and protocols. A user can select a workflow type from a number of workflow types differentiated at least in part by the vehicle in which a compounded pharmaceutical is to be delivered, and the user may also specify a compounding device. Options are presented and the steps of a workflow in accordance with the workflow type and options is displayed and updated in real time as options are selected. A protocol can be constructed by inserting information into the workflow based on a specification of a particular pharmaceutical to be compounded.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms
  • A61J 3/00 - Devices or methods specially adapted for bringing pharmaceutical products into particular physical or administering forms
  • A61M 5/00 - Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular way; Accessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm rests

12.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for the automated dispensing of articles

      
Application Number 17656278
Grant Number 11941938
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-24
First Publication Date 2022-07-07
Grant Date 2024-03-26
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Greyshock, Shawn T.
  • Braun, Patrick Joseph
  • Pattison, William B.

Abstract

Provided herein is a system for automated dispensing of articles. Systems may include: a robotic arm; an end-of-arm tool attached to the robotic arm; a scanning device proximate the end-of-arm tool; and a controller to control the robotic arm and the end-of-arm tool. The end-of-arm tool may include a body and two or more vacuum cups extending from the body, where the controller controls a level of suction provided to each of the two or more vacuum cups individually. Each of the two or more vacuum cups extending from the body may be movable between a retracted position proximate the body, and an extended position away from the body of the end-of-arm tool in response to instruction from the controller. Suction may be provided only to the vacuum cups of the two or more vacuum cups that are disposed in the extended position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07F 11/16 - Delivery means
  • G07F 9/00 - COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS - Details other than those peculiar to special kinds or types of apparatus
  • G07F 11/42 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which the magazines are horizontal the articles being delivered by motor-driven means
  • G07F 11/60 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the storage containers or supports being rectilinearly movable
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G07G 1/00 - Cash registers
  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

13.

APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR THE AUTOMATED DISPENSING OF AND PACKAGING OF ARTICLES

      
Application Number 17455356
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-17
First Publication Date 2022-03-10
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • White, David J.
  • Braun, Patrick J.

Abstract

Provided herein is a system for automated dispensing and packaging of articles. Systems may include: a controller configured to receive an indication of an order to be packaged, where the order includes one or more articles; a packaging station; a web of bags, where the web of bags is fed to the packaging station; a pneumatic table configurable to support a bag disposed at the packaging station; an opening mechanism including a pneumatic nozzle to open the bag disposed at the packaging station; a loading bin configured to be inserted into the open bag and deposit the one or more articles; and a closure apparatus to seal the bag disposed at the packaging station after receiving the one or more articles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 5/06 - Packaging groups of articles, the groups being treated as single articles
  • B65B 7/02 - Closing containers or receptacles deformed by, or taking-up shape of, contents, e.g. bags, sacks
  • B65B 39/12 - Nozzles, funnels or guides for introducing articles or materials into containers or wrappers movable towards, or away from, container or wrapper during filling or depositing
  • B65B 43/12 - Feeding flexible bags or carton blanks in flat or collapsed state; Feeding flat bags connected to form a series or chain
  • B65B 43/36 - Opening or distending bags; Opening, erecting, or setting-up boxes, cartons, or carton blanks by internal pressure applied pneumatically
  • B65B 43/54 - Means for supporting containers or receptacles during the filling operation
  • B65B 51/10 - Applying or generating heat or pressure or combinations thereof
  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 61/02 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages for perforating, scoring, or applying code or date marks on material prior to packaging

14.

BAG TRANSFER MECHANISM FOR IV COMPOUNDING

      
Application Number 17005637
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-08-28
First Publication Date 2022-03-03
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Eckert, Robert
  • Petersen, Walter
  • Braun, Ezekiel

Abstract

A bag transfer mechanism for moving intravenous medication delivery bags includes linear actuator and a pantograph mechanism. A proximal end of the pantograph mechanism is coupled to the linear actuator such a that the pantograph mechanism is configured to extend when the linear actuator travels in a first direction, and to retract when the linear actuator travels in a second direction. The bag transfer mechanism also includes a magnet coupled to a distal end of the pantograph mechanism.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 1/20 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe

15.

Cabinet with integrated pick-and-place mechanism

      
Application Number 17005803
Grant Number 11684549
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-28
First Publication Date 2022-03-03
Grant Date 2023-06-27
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kaintz, Ryan
  • Braun, Ezekiel

Abstract

A method of performing location teaching of a robotic arm includes maneuvering an end of arm tooling of a robotic arm to a predefined position of an interface object. The robotic arm is mounted within a mounting site of a mechanical mounting structure. The interface object is positioned on a sub-system of a medication dosing system that is mounted on the mechanical mounting structure. The interface object includes an alignment feature of a known size and shape. A sensor of the end of arm tooling is engaged with the interface object. An offset between the sensor and the interface object is determined based on an interaction between the sensor and the alignment feature. A position of the end of arm tooling is incremented with respect to the interface object along at least one axis. An actual position of the interface object is determined relative to the robotic arm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • B25J 13/08 - Controls for manipulators by means of sensing devices, e.g. viewing or touching devices
  • A47B 67/02 - Cabinets for shaving tackle, medicines, or the like
  • B25J 15/00 - Gripping heads
  • B25J 19/02 - Sensing devices

16.

CARTRIDGE LOADING SYSTEM FOR SYRINGE CAPS

      
Application Number 17005650
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-08-28
First Publication Date 2022-03-03
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kaintz, Ryan
  • Hoffman, Peter

Abstract

A cartridge and loading system for loading tamper-evident syringe caps into a robotic pharmaceutical compounding device. The compounding device has a syringe finishing station, and can transfer tamper-evident caps from the cartridge to the syringe finishing station. The cartridge has a floor disposed at an angle to horizontal. The device may include a vibratory element for vibrating the cartridge, so that tamper-evident caps are fed to an outlet of the cartridge by gravity.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 5/32 - Syringes - Details - Details of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hub; Accessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the body; Devices for protection of needles

17.

MEDICATION DOSING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 17005786
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-08-28
First Publication Date 2022-03-03
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Bianco, Walter
  • Marsh, Charles
  • Kaintz, Ryan
  • Jurman, Alessandro
  • Del Sal, Stefano
  • Udeshi, Sameer

Abstract

A method of preparing liquid medication doses using an automated dosing device may include securing a vial within a vial holder. The vial includes a liquid medicament. An empty syringe is secured within a syringe holder with a plunger of the syringe being secured by a plunger gripper and a luer lock of the syringe within a luer lock gripper. The syringe holder and the vial holder are moved closer together to insert a needle of the syringe through a septum of the vial while longitudinal axes of the syringe and the vial are at a downward angle and while the vial holder is lower than the syringe holder. The syringe holder and the vial holder are rotated to vertically align the longitudinal axes with the vial holder above the syringe holder. The plunger gripper is pulled away from the luer lock gripper to transfer liquid medicament into the syringe.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 1/20 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe
  • A61J 1/22 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe with means for metering the amount of fluid
  • B25J 9/02 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by movement of the arms, e.g. cartesian co-ordinate type
  • B25J 9/06 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by multi-articulated arms

18.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PARALLEL PREPARATION PROCESSING

      
Application Number 17006027
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-08-28
First Publication Date 2022-03-03
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Marsh, Charles
  • Mccutchan, Larry
  • Kaintz, Ryan
  • Braun, Ezekiel
  • Petersen, Walter
  • Eckert, Robert
  • Slaymaker, Jr., Robert Barrie

Abstract

Systems and methods for parallel medication processing are disclosed herein. Such methods can include receiving a request for preparation of a plurality of dosed medication delivery containers, determining at least one attribute of the request for preparation of at least one dosed medication delivery container, identifying a template corresponding to the at least one attribute of the request, the template identifying steps and a step sequence for filling the dosed medication delivery container, and executing the template. Executing the template can include iteratively assigning tasks to a plurality of stations within the automated dosing device, the performance of which tasks at least partially overlap, and directing a transport tool to move at least one medication delivery container between the stations of the automated dosing device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/17 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered via infusion or injection
  • A61M 5/20 - Automatic syringes, e.g. with automatically actuated piston rod, with automatic needle injection, filling automatically
  • A61M 5/31 - Syringes - Details
  • G16H 10/60 - ICT specially adapted for the handling or processing of patient-related medical or healthcare data for patient-specific data, e.g. for electronic patient records
  • G16H 40/60 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the operation of medical equipment or devices

19.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for the grasping of objects

      
Application Number 16915113
Grant Number 11325265
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-06-29
First Publication Date 2021-12-30
Grant Date 2022-05-10
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Meyer, William A.

Abstract

Provided herein is an apparatus and system to increase the capacity for grasping or engagement of an object using an accessory tool. Methods of increasing the capacity of a tool can include: engaging an accessory tool with a tool, where the tool includes a first vacuum cup and the accessory tool includes one or more second vacuum cups; securing the tool to the accessory tool with a securing mechanism; drawing a vacuum through the first vacuum cup, where the vacuum is drawn through the one or more second vacuum cups in response to drawing a vacuum through the first vacuum cup while the accessory tool is engaged with the tool; and grasping an object with the second one or more vacuum cups in response to vacuum drawn through the one or more second vacuum cups and the one or more second vacuum cups engaging a surface of the object.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means
  • B25J 15/04 - Gripping heads with provision for the remote detachment or exchange of the head or parts thereof

20.

Sensor driven secure dispensing unit

      
Application Number 16834950
Grant Number 11615875
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-30
First Publication Date 2021-09-30
Grant Date 2023-03-28
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Foot, John
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

A secure dispensing unit includes a housing comprising a first end and a second end and a number of storage assemblies. The number of storage assemblies are arranged in parallel with one another within the housing. Each storage assembly includes a number of compartments arranged linearly along an axis of the housing with each of the compartments being configured to store an item. A cover is coupled with the housing and extends between the first end and the second end such that the cover is positioned over the compartments. An actuator is coupled with the cover, the actuator being configured to retract the cover to draw a distal end of the cover from the first end toward the second end to expose a selected number of compartments.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • G16H 10/60 - ICT specially adapted for the handling or processing of patient-related medical or healthcare data for patient-specific data, e.g. for electronic patient records
  • G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms
  • A61G 12/00 - Accommodation for nursing, e.g. in hospitals, not covered by groups , e.g. trolleys for transport of medicaments or food; Prescription lists

21.

Optical sensing-based inventory control systems and methods

      
Application Number 16836912
Grant Number 11361278
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-31
First Publication Date 2021-09-30
Grant Date 2022-06-14
Owner OMNICELL, INC (USA)
Inventor
  • Dattamajumdar, Anupam Kumar
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

An inventory tracking system includes storage modules that hold one or more items. Each item is positionable at locations within the storage modules independent of physical characteristics of the item. Inventory monitoring modules are included to monitor storage modules for adding an item, retrieving an item, consuming of the item, returning an unused item, discarding at least a portion of a consumed item, or combinations thereof. Each act is used to determine information about items utilized in the act, including the location within the storage modules of the items. Each storage module updates a central inventory database about a location of the storage module, a revised inventory of the items stored within the storage modules, or both. The location of the storage modules, the revised inventory of the items stored within the storage modules, or both, is used to order a replenishment of the items held within the storage modules.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G06T 7/70 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras
  • A61G 12/00 - Accommodation for nursing, e.g. in hospitals, not covered by groups , e.g. trolleys for transport of medicaments or food; Prescription lists
  • G06T 7/73 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras using feature-based methods

22.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for storage and dispensing of articles

      
Application Number 16826937
Grant Number 11591161
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-23
First Publication Date 2021-09-23
Grant Date 2023-02-28
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jaynes, Robert Warren
  • Mcgregor, Michael Edward

Abstract

Provided herein is a methods, apparatus, and system for the configuration of customizable trays for the storage and dispensing of articles. Methods may include: receiving an indication of a plurality of articles to be stored in a tray; determining a plurality of bins corresponding to the plurality of articles; generating a layout of the bins on the tray; identifying locations of the plurality of articles within the bins on the tray; and causing the tray to be configured according to the layout of the plurality of bins on the tray. Methods may include: receiving an indication of an article to be loaded into a bin of the plurality of bins; receiving a unique identifier of the bin of the plurality of bins into which the article is loaded; and storing, in a memory, a correlation between the unique identifier of the bin and the article loaded into the bin.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65G 1/137 - Storage devices mechanical with arrangements or automatic control means for selecting which articles are to be removed
  • B65G 1/06 - Storage devices mechanical with means for presenting articles for removal at predetermined position or level
  • B65G 1/12 - Storage devices mechanical with article supports or holders movable in a closed circuit to facilitate insertion or removal of articles
  • B65G 1/04 - Storage devices mechanical

23.

Compounding device system

      
Application Number 17209625
Grant Number 11590283
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-23
First Publication Date 2021-07-08
Grant Date 2023-02-28
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Trovato, Giuseppe
  • Schiavinato, Andrea
  • Amato, Luca
  • Marsh, Charles
  • Mccutchan, Larry

Abstract

A system for compounding medications. The system includes one or more compounding devices, and a central computer system. The central computer system receives requests, at least some of which require the compounding of one or more medications, and pushes assignments of respective compounding tasks to the one or more compounding devices. The assignments are made in accordance with a set of rules designed to promote efficient use of compounding resources.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
  • A61M 5/178 - Syringes
  • G01G 21/22 - Weigh-pans or other weighing receptacles; Weighing platforms
  • G16H 20/17 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered via infusion or injection
  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture
  • H04N 23/56 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensors; Control thereof provided with illuminating means
  • H04N 23/57 - Mechanical or electrical details of cameras or camera modules specially adapted for being embedded in other devices
  • H04N 23/90 - Arrangement of cameras or camera modules, e.g. multiple cameras in TV studios or sports stadiums
  • A61M 5/31 - Syringes - Details
  • G01G 17/00 - Apparatus for, or methods of, weighing material of special form or property

24.

COMPOUNDING DEVICE SYSTEM

      
Application Number 17184047
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-02-24
First Publication Date 2021-06-17
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Trovato, Giuseppe
  • Schiavinato, Andrea
  • Amato, Luca
  • Marsh, Charles
  • Mccutchan, Larry

Abstract

A system for compounding medications. The system includes one or more compounding devices, and a central computer system. The central computer system receives requests, at least some of which require the compounding of one or more medications, and pushes assignments of respective compounding tasks to the one or more compounding devices. The assignments are made based at least in part on records of performance to promote efficient use of compounding resources.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 5/178 - Syringes
  • H04N 5/247 - Arrangement of television cameras
  • H04N 5/225 - Television cameras
  • G01G 21/22 - Weigh-pans or other weighing receptacles; Weighing platforms
  • G16H 20/17 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered via infusion or injection
  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture

25.

Dispensing systems and methods for prefilled syringes

      
Application Number 16681227
Grant Number 11426329
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-11-12
First Publication Date 2021-05-13
Grant Date 2022-08-30
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Zhang, Jing
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Makay, Michael
  • Turgel, Ariel David
  • Hearn, Mark
  • Payer, Elisa

Abstract

A dispensing mechanism includes at least two helical augers having threads, and at least two channels configured to hold the items to be dispensed. The items to be dispensed are received at least partially within the threads of the augers. The dispensing mechanism includes a drive mechanism engaged with the at least two augers and configured to rotate the at least two augers to transport the items to be dispensed, driven by the threads of the augers, to dispense the items from the dispensing mechanism. The dispensing mechanism may include a separable dispenser and cassette.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 1/14 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes - Details; Accessories therefor

26.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for transporting medications from a central pharmacy to a patient in a healthcare facility

      
Application Number 17084104
Grant Number 11694782
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-29
First Publication Date 2021-02-18
Grant Date 2023-07-04
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Greyshock, Shawn T.

Abstract

Provided herein are various apparatuses, systems, and methods for improving the efficiency of medication distribution within a healthcare facility. In particular, embodiments may provide for dispensing medications needed and medications anticipated to be needed to an authorized medical person for administration to a patient in a healthcare facility. Methods may include receiving an indication of one or more unit dose medications anticipated to be needed by a patient; retrieving the one or more unit dose medications from a unit storage device; loading the one or more unit dose medications onto a transport device; transporting the one or more unit dose medications from the unit storage device to a location proximate the patient; and transferring the one or more unit dose medications from the transport device to a staging area at the location proximate the patient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • B65G 35/00 - Mechanical conveyors not otherwise provided for
  • G16Z 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other main groups of this subclass
  • B65G 47/04 - Devices for feeding articles or materials to conveyors for feeding articles
  • B65G 1/137 - Storage devices mechanical with arrangements or automatic control means for selecting which articles are to be removed
  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers

27.

Medication dispensing cabinet systems and methods

      
Application Number 17065821
Grant Number 11640855
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-08
First Publication Date 2021-01-28
Grant Date 2023-05-02
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Paydar, Akbar
  • Kim, Stanley
  • Richardson, Chris
  • Foot, John
  • Amini, Mahmoud
  • Morita, Stuart

Abstract

A medication dispensing cabinet provides controlled access to medications and supplies stored in it. The cabinet may include at least one lockable storage compartment, and a controller that controls access to the at least one lockable storage compartment. The cabinet may include multiple printers integrated into the cabinet. The cabinet may include a camera operably coupled to the controller. The cabinet may include a set of cabinet electronics, and a power distribution and communications circuit board. The cabinet may include a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader, wherein the controller conditions access to the at least one lockable storage compartment on receipt of information from the RFID reader. Data may be stored in the controller according to an implementation of RAID technology. The controller may include multiple electronic communications network interfaces, and may include an out of band network communication channel. A dispensing cabinet may facilitate printing of labels for medications.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • G07G 1/00 - Cash registers
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services

28.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for the automated dispensing of and packaging of articles

      
Application Number 16456636
Grant Number 11214391
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-28
First Publication Date 2020-12-31
Grant Date 2022-01-04
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • White, David J.
  • Braun, Patrick J.

Abstract

Provided herein is a system for automated dispensing and packaging of articles. Systems may include: a controller configured to receive an indication of an order to be packaged, where the order includes one or more articles; a packaging station; a web of bags, where the web of bags is fed to the packaging station; a pneumatic table configurable to support a bag disposed at the packaging station; an opening mechanism including a pneumatic nozzle to open the bag disposed at the packaging station; a loading bin configured to be inserted into the open bag and deposit the one or more articles; and a closure apparatus to seal the bag disposed at the packaging station after receiving the one or more articles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 5/06 - Packaging groups of articles, the groups being treated as single articles
  • B65B 7/02 - Closing containers or receptacles deformed by, or taking-up shape of, contents, e.g. bags, sacks
  • B65B 39/12 - Nozzles, funnels or guides for introducing articles or materials into containers or wrappers movable towards, or away from, container or wrapper during filling or depositing
  • B65B 43/12 - Feeding flexible bags or carton blanks in flat or collapsed state; Feeding flat bags connected to form a series or chain
  • B65B 43/36 - Opening or distending bags; Opening, erecting, or setting-up boxes, cartons, or carton blanks by internal pressure applied pneumatically
  • B65B 43/54 - Means for supporting containers or receptacles during the filling operation
  • B65B 51/10 - Applying or generating heat or pressure or combinations thereof
  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 61/02 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages for perforating, scoring, or applying code or date marks on material prior to packaging

29.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING INVENTORY AT DISPENSING UNITS

      
Application Number 16929705
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-07-15
First Publication Date 2020-11-05
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Czaplewski, Jason
  • Weaver, James
  • D'Ambrosio, George John
  • Patel, Manish
  • Hixson, Kim

Abstract

Dispensing units or stations for dispensing items, such as in a healthcare facility, are linked in a network. The dispensing stations are arranged in groups. Inventory data for all the stations in a group is combined together, and displayed at a graphical view or widget. Multiple widgets may be displayed on a dashboard screen of a user system, for use in managing inventory.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms

30.

Dispensing system with temperature controlled drawers

      
Application Number 16856469
Grant Number 11732955
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-23
First Publication Date 2020-08-06
Grant Date 2023-08-22
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Belligundu, Sunil

Abstract

A drawer includes insulation defining a climate-controlled insulated interior of the drawer, and a refrigeration system. The interior of the drawer may be divided into compartments having lids, and actuators may be provided for unlocking the lids. The actuators may include solenoids, which may be disposed outside the climate-controlled interior of the drawer. The drawer may include an air inlet, an outlet, and a fan. The fan may draw air through an air flow path defined at least in part by the insulation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F25D 25/02 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled by shelves
  • F25D 11/02 - Self-contained movable devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. domestic refrigerators with cooling compartments at different temperatures
  • F25D 23/06 - Walls
  • F25D 19/02 - Arrangement or mounting of refrigeration units with respect to devices plug-in type
  • F25D 13/02 - Stationary devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. cold rooms with several cooling compartments, e.g. refrigerated locker systems
  • F25D 23/00 - General constructional features
  • A61G 12/00 - Accommodation for nursing, e.g. in hospitals, not covered by groups , e.g. trolleys for transport of medicaments or food; Prescription lists
  • F25D 27/00 - Lighting arrangements

31.

Unit dose dispensing mechanisms

      
Application Number 16843307
Grant Number 11400023
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-08
First Publication Date 2020-07-23
Grant Date 2022-08-02
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 7/04 - Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine, e.g. programmed dispensers
  • B65D 83/04 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing annular, disc-shaped, or spherical or like small articles, e.g. tablets or pills
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • A61F 15/00 - Auxiliary appliances for wound dressings; Dispensing containers for dressings or bandages
  • G07F 11/62 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles in which the articles are stored in compartments in fixed receptacles
  • G07F 11/18 - Recessed drawers
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • A61J 1/06 - Ampoules or cartridges

32.

Compounding device system

      
Application Number 16792519
Grant Number 10967125
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-02-17
First Publication Date 2020-06-11
Grant Date 2021-04-06
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Trovato, Giuseppe
  • Schiavinato, Andrea
  • Amato, Luca
  • Marsh, Charles
  • Mccutchan, Larry

Abstract

A system for compounding medications. The system includes one or more compounding devices, and a central computer system. The central computer system receives requests, at least some of which require the compounding of one or more medications, and pushes assignments of respective compounding tasks to the one or more compounding devices. The assignments are made in accordance with a set of rules designed to promote efficient use of compounding resources.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/17 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered via infusion or injection
  • H04N 5/247 - Arrangement of television cameras
  • A61M 5/178 - Syringes
  • H04N 5/225 - Television cameras
  • G01G 21/22 - Weigh-pans or other weighing receptacles; Weighing platforms
  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture
  • A61M 5/31 - Syringes - Details
  • G01G 17/00 - Apparatus for, or methods of, weighing material of special form or property

33.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for the automated dispensing of articles

      
Application Number 16775863
Grant Number 11315381
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-29
First Publication Date 2020-05-28
Grant Date 2022-04-26
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Greyshock, Shawn T.
  • Braun, Patrick Joseph
  • Pattison, William B.

Abstract

Provided herein is a system for automated dispensing of articles. Systems may include: a robotic arm; an end-of-arm tool attached to the robotic arm; a scanning device proximate the end-of-arm tool; and a controller to control the robotic arm and the end-of-arm tool. The end-of-arm tool may include a body and two or more vacuum cups extending from the body, where the controller controls a level of suction provided to each of the two or more vacuum cups individually. Each of the two or more vacuum cups extending from the body may be movable between a retracted position proximate the body, and an extended position away from the body of the end-of-arm tool in response to instruction from the controller. Suction may be provided only to the vacuum cups of the two or more vacuum cups that are disposed in the extended position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • G07F 11/16 - Delivery means
  • G07F 11/42 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which the magazines are horizontal the articles being delivered by motor-driven means
  • G07G 1/00 - Cash registers
  • G07F 9/00 - COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS - Details other than those peculiar to special kinds or types of apparatus
  • G07F 11/60 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the storage containers or supports being rectilinearly movable
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

34.

Temperature controlled dispense drawer

      
Application Number 16129579
Grant Number 11536506
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-12
First Publication Date 2020-03-12
Grant Date 2022-12-27
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Fambro, Dean
  • Arnold, Brian
  • Basler, Brad
  • Kapadia, Vihar
  • Belligundu, Sunil

Abstract

A device for dispensing items includes a cabinet, and a drawer within the cabinet. The drawer includes one or more compartments for storing items and a cooling system within the drawer. The cooling system is configured to maintain the one or more compartments in the drawer at a temperature below the temperature of the environment surrounding the cabinet. The drawer further includes thermal insulation at sides of the drawer and thermal insulation beneath the one or more compartments. The refrigeration system may be a thermoelectric cooling system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F25D 13/02 - Stationary devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. cold rooms with several cooling compartments, e.g. refrigerated locker systems
  • F25D 25/02 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled by shelves
  • F25D 17/04 - Arrangements for circulating cooling fluids; Arrangements for circulating gas, e.g. air, within refrigerated spaces for circulating gas, e.g. by natural convection
  • F25D 29/00 - Arrangement or mounting of control or safety devices

35.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for transporting medications from a central pharmacy to a patient in a healthcare facility

      
Application Number 16677157
Grant Number 10850926
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-11-07
First Publication Date 2020-03-05
Grant Date 2020-12-01
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Greyshock, Shawn T.

Abstract

Provided herein are various apparatuses, systems, and methods for improving the efficiency of medication distribution within a healthcare facility. In particular, embodiments may provide for dispensing medications needed and medications anticipated to be needed to an authorized medical person for administration to a patient in a healthcare facility. Methods may include receiving an indication of one or more unit dose medications anticipated to be needed by a patient; retrieving the one or more unit dose medications from a unit storage device; loading the one or more unit dose medications onto a transport device; transporting the one or more unit dose medications from the unit storage device to a location proximate the patient; and transferring the one or more unit dose medications from the transport device to a staging area at the location proximate the patient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • B65G 35/00 - Mechanical conveyors not otherwise provided for
  • B65G 47/04 - Devices for feeding articles or materials to conveyors for feeding articles
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • B65G 1/137 - Storage devices mechanical with arrangements or automatic control means for selecting which articles are to be removed
  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients

36.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for transporting medications from a central pharmacy to a patient in a healthcare facility

      
Application Number 16391921
Grant Number 10518981
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-23
First Publication Date 2019-10-10
Grant Date 2019-12-31
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Greyshock, Shawn T.

Abstract

Provided herein are various apparatuses, systems, and methods for improving the efficiency of medication distribution within a healthcare facility. In particular, embodiments may provide for dispensing medications needed and medications anticipated to be needed to an authorized medical person for administration to a patient in a healthcare facility. Methods may include receiving an indication of one or more unit dose medications anticipated to be needed by a patient; retrieving the one or more unit dose medications from a unit storage device; loading the one or more unit dose medications onto a transport device; transporting the one or more unit dose medications from the unit storage device to a location proximate the patient; and transferring the one or more unit dose medications from the transport device to a staging area at the location proximate the patient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions
  • B65G 35/00 - Mechanical conveyors not otherwise provided for
  • B65G 47/04 - Devices for feeding articles or materials to conveyors for feeding articles
  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • B65G 1/137 - Storage devices mechanical with arrangements or automatic control means for selecting which articles are to be removed

37.

Relay tray

      
Application Number 15884073
Grant Number 10806676
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-30
First Publication Date 2019-08-01
Grant Date 2020-10-20
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

A relay tray for securely transporting items includes a lockable transportable container for holding items to be transported, and an electronic controller including a processor. The relay tray receives electric power through a power interface, and includes a commination interface through which the controller can communicate electronically. The relay tray includes a mechanism operable under control of the controller to make items in the locked container accessible in response to communications received via the communication interface, the mechanism operable by the controller only when power is being received through the power interface. In some implementations, the power interface includes four electrical contacts on an outside surface of the container for receiving power and a rectifier that produces voltage of a polarity suitable for powering the controller. The power interface may function as the communication interface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
  • A61G 12/00 - Accommodation for nursing, e.g. in hospitals, not covered by groups , e.g. trolleys for transport of medicaments or food; Prescription lists

38.

Medication dispensing cabinet systems and methods

      
Application Number 16297302
Grant Number 10839952
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-08
First Publication Date 2019-07-04
Grant Date 2020-11-17
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Cartright, Jennifer
  • Kang, Kyung-Hee
  • Blank, Jeff
  • Gregg, Jr., Gary Scott
  • Chai, Andrew
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Kim, Stanley

Abstract

A medication dispensing cabinet provides controlled access to medications and supplies stored in it. The cabinet may include at least one lockable storage compartment, and a controller that controls access to the at least one lockable storage compartment. The cabinet may include multiple printers integrated into the cabinet. The cabinet may include a camera operably coupled to the controller. The cabinet may include a set of cabinet electronics, and a power distribution and communications circuit board. The cabinet may include a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader, wherein the controller conditions access to the at least one lockable storage compartment on receipt of information from the RFID reader. Data may be stored in the controller according to an implementation of RAID technology. The controller may include multiple electronic communications network interfaces, and may include an out of band network communication channel. A dispensing cabinet may facilitate printing of labels for medications.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G07G 1/00 - Cash registers
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)

39.

IV compounding systems and methods

      
Application Number 15827336
Grant Number 11335444
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-11-30
First Publication Date 2019-05-30
Grant Date 2022-05-17
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Mccutchan, Larry
  • Mamula, Stanley
  • Marsh, Charles

Abstract

Systems and methods of compounding of medication include a user interface that enables efficient design of compounding workflows and protocols. A user can select a workflow type from a number of workflow types differentiated at least in part by the vehicle in which a compounded pharmaceutical is to be delivered, and the user may also specify a compounding device. Options are presented and the steps of a workflow in accordance with the workflow type and options is displayed and updated in real time as options are selected. A protocol can be constructed by inserting information into the workflow based on a specification of a particular pharmaceutical to be compounded.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms
  • A61J 3/00 - Devices or methods specially adapted for bringing pharmaceutical products into particular physical or administering forms
  • A61M 5/00 - Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular way; Accessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm rests
  • G06F 3/0482 - Interaction with lists of selectable items, e.g. menus

40.

Multi-camera imaging for IV compounding

      
Application Number 15865038
Grant Number 10991264
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-08
First Publication Date 2019-05-23
Grant Date 2021-04-27
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Trovato, Giuseppe
  • Schiavinato, Andrea
  • Amato, Luca

Abstract

Systems and methods for compounding pharmaceuticals, for example for intravenous delivery. The devices include an infrared camera and an infrared light source, and can backlight and photograph items such as syringes in infrared light for enhanced clarity. A visible light camera may also be provided, for example a color digital camera, for documenting other parts of the compounding process. The device may have other sensors, for example a bar code scanner and a weight sensor, for collecting other data about the compounding process. In one example implementation, the device is a compounding assistance device that leads a user of the device through a compounding task using instructions shown on a display. In other implementations, the device may be robotic.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09B 19/00 - Teaching not covered by other main groups of this subclass
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
  • G06T 7/62 - Analysis of geometric attributes of area, perimeter, diameter or volume
  • H04N 5/247 - Arrangement of television cameras
  • H04N 5/225 - Television cameras
  • A61M 5/00 - Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular way; Accessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm rests
  • B65C 9/40 - Controls; Safety devices
  • G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
  • A61J 1/22 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe with means for metering the amount of fluid
  • A61J 3/00 - Devices or methods specially adapted for bringing pharmaceutical products into particular physical or administering forms
  • G06T 7/70 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras
  • A61M 5/31 - Syringes - Details
  • B65B 3/26 - Methods or devices for controlling the quantity of the material fed or filled

41.

Compounding device system

      
Application Number 16207016
Grant Number 10596319
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-30
First Publication Date 2019-05-23
Grant Date 2020-03-24
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Trovato, Giuseppe
  • Schiavinato, Andrea
  • Amato, Luca
  • Marsh, Charles
  • Mccutchan, Larry

Abstract

Systems and methods for compounding medications. The system includes a number of compounding devices, and a central computer system. The central computer system receives requests, at least some of which require the compounding of one or more medications, and pushes assignments of respective compounding tasks to the compounding devices. The assignments are made in accordance with a set of rules designed to promote efficient use of compounding resources and avoid waste.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 50/00 - Systems or methods specially adapted for specific business sectors, e.g. utilities or tourism
  • A61M 5/178 - Syringes
  • H04N 5/247 - Arrangement of television cameras
  • H04N 5/225 - Television cameras
  • G01G 21/22 - Weigh-pans or other weighing receptacles; Weighing platforms
  • G16H 20/17 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered via infusion or injection
  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture
  • A61M 5/31 - Syringes - Details
  • G01G 17/00 - Apparatus for, or methods of, weighing material of special form or property

42.

Dispensing system with temperature controlled drawers

      
Application Number 15816775
Grant Number 10663218
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-11-17
First Publication Date 2019-05-23
Grant Date 2020-05-26
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Belligundu, Sunil

Abstract

A device for dispensing items includes a cabinet, and a drawer within the cabinet. The drawer includes one or more compartments for storing items and a refrigeration system within the drawer. The refrigeration system is configured to maintain the one or more compartments in the drawer at a temperature below the temperature of the environment surrounding the cabinet. The drawer further includes thermal insulation at sides of the drawer and thermal insulation beneath the one or more compartments.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F25D 25/02 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled by shelves
  • F25D 11/02 - Self-contained movable devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. domestic refrigerators with cooling compartments at different temperatures
  • F25D 23/00 - General constructional features
  • F25D 23/06 - Walls
  • F25D 19/02 - Arrangement or mounting of refrigeration units with respect to devices plug-in type
  • A61G 12/00 - Accommodation for nursing, e.g. in hospitals, not covered by groups , e.g. trolleys for transport of medicaments or food; Prescription lists
  • F25D 13/02 - Stationary devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. cold rooms with several cooling compartments, e.g. refrigerated locker systems
  • F25D 27/00 - Lighting arrangements

43.

Unit dose dispensing systems and methods

      
Application Number 16232739
Grant Number 10388102
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-26
First Publication Date 2019-05-02
Grant Date 2019-08-20
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07F 11/06 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which magazines the articles are stored one vertically above the other supported individually on pivotally-mounted flaps or shelves
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G07F 11/52 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the storage containers or supports being rotatably mounted about horizontal axes
  • G07F 11/04 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which magazines the articles are stored one vertically above the other
  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles
  • G07F 11/58 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the articles being supported on or by endless belts or like conveyors
  • G07F 11/62 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles in which the articles are stored in compartments in fixed receptacles

44.

Relay box

      
Application Number 16216813
Grant Number 10460546
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-11
First Publication Date 2019-04-25
Grant Date 2019-10-29
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Foot, John
  • Newby, Paul
  • Chang, Jeff

Abstract

A relay box for securely transporting medications or other items. The relay box includes a main enclosure defining a hollow interior space, and a lockable lid. The lockable lid has a closed position that encloses the hollow interior space and an open position that provides access to the hollow interior space. The relay box further includes a display area and a memory storing a globally unique electronically readable identifier. The relay box may optionally include a battery and wireless communication circuitry. In other implementations, the relay box does not include a battery.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G08B 21/00 - Alarms responsive to a single specified undesired or abnormal condition and not otherwise provided for
  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
  • H04W 4/04 - in a dedicated environment, e.g. buildings or vehicles
  • G06F 21/86 - Secure or tamper-resistant housings
  • H04W 4/029 - Location-based management or tracking services
  • H04W 4/35 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for the management of goods or merchandise
  • G06F 21/88 - Detecting or preventing theft or loss
  • H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
  • H04W 4/30 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes

45.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for the automated dispensing of articles

      
Application Number 15719671
Grant Number 10586418
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-09-29
First Publication Date 2019-04-04
Grant Date 2020-03-10
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Greyshock, Shawn T.
  • Braun, Patrick Joseph
  • Pattison, William B.

Abstract

Provided herein is a system for automated dispensing of articles. Systems may include: a robotic arm; an end-of-arm tool attached to the robotic arm; a scanning device proximate the end-of-arm tool; and a controller to control the robotic arm and the end-of-arm tool. The end-of-arm tool may include a body and two or more vacuum cups extending from the body, where the controller controls a level of suction provided to each of the two or more vacuum cups individually. Each of the two or more vacuum cups extending from the body may be movable between a retracted position proximate the body, and an extended position away from the body of the end-of-arm tool in response to instruction from the controller. Suction may be provided only to the vacuum cups of the two or more vacuum cups that are disposed in the extended position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles
  • G07F 11/42 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which the magazines are horizontal the articles being delivered by motor-driven means
  • G07G 1/00 - Cash registers
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G07F 11/16 - Delivery means
  • G07F 11/60 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the storage containers or supports being rectilinearly movable
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

46.

Unit dose dispensing mechanisms

      
Application Number 15693276
Grant Number 10517799
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-31
First Publication Date 2019-02-28
Grant Date 2019-12-31
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • B65D 83/04 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing annular, disc-shaped, or spherical or like small articles, e.g. tablets or pills
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • A61J 7/04 - Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine, e.g. programmed dispensers
  • A61F 15/00 - Auxiliary appliances for wound dressings; Dispensing containers for dressings or bandages
  • A61J 1/06 - Ampoules or cartridges

47.

Unit dose dispensing mechanisms

      
Application Number 15729355
Grant Number 10327996
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-10
First Publication Date 2019-02-28
Grant Date 2019-06-25
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson
  • Moreno, Gerardo

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 7/04 - Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine, e.g. programmed dispensers
  • B65D 83/04 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing annular, disc-shaped, or spherical or like small articles, e.g. tablets or pills
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • A61F 15/00 - Auxiliary appliances for wound dressings; Dispensing containers for dressings or bandages
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • A61J 1/06 - Ampoules or cartridges

48.

Unit dose dispensing mechanisms

      
Application Number 15729339
Grant Number 10251816
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-10
First Publication Date 2019-02-28
Grant Date 2019-04-09
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Berken, Lloyd
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 83/04 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing annular, disc-shaped, or spherical or like small articles, e.g. tablets or pills
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • A61J 1/06 - Ampoules or cartridges

49.

Unit dose dispensing mechanisms

      
Application Number 15729353
Grant Number 10675223
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-10
First Publication Date 2019-02-28
Grant Date 2020-06-09
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 7/04 - Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine, e.g. programmed dispensers
  • B65D 83/04 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing annular, disc-shaped, or spherical or like small articles, e.g. tablets or pills
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • A61F 15/00 - Auxiliary appliances for wound dressings; Dispensing containers for dressings or bandages
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G07F 11/62 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles in which the articles are stored in compartments in fixed receptacles
  • G07F 11/18 - Recessed drawers
  • A61J 1/06 - Ampoules or cartridges

50.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for transporting medications from a central pharmacy to a patient in a healthcare facility

      
Application Number 16018580
Grant Number 10315851
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-06-26
First Publication Date 2018-10-18
Grant Date 2019-06-11
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Greyshock, Shawn T.

Abstract

Provided herein are various apparatuses, systems, and methods for improving the efficiency of medication distribution within a healthcare facility. In particular, embodiments may provide for dispensing medications needed and medications anticipated to be needed to an authorized medical person for administration to a patient in a healthcare facility. Methods may include receiving an indication of one or more unit dose medications anticipated to be needed by a patient; retrieving the one or more unit dose medications from a unit storage device; loading the one or more unit dose medications onto a transport device; transporting the one or more unit dose medications from the unit storage device to a location proximate the patient; and transferring the one or more unit dose medications from the transport device to a staging area at the location proximate the patient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • B65G 35/00 - Mechanical conveyors not otherwise provided for
  • B65G 47/04 - Devices for feeding articles or materials to conveyors for feeding articles
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • B65G 1/137 - Storage devices mechanical with arrangements or automatic control means for selecting which articles are to be removed
  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers

51.

Storage cabinet with multiple RFID readers

      
Application Number 15840253
Grant Number 10885494
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-13
First Publication Date 2018-04-12
Grant Date 2021-01-05
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • D'Ambrosio, George John
  • Ganel, Onne
  • Moody, Nat
  • Moreno, Gerardo

Abstract

An RFID cabinet system is provided for monitoring items having an RFID tag. System includes cabinet having open interior where items are stored and at least one door providing access to items. Static RFID system is provided for reading and identifying data embedded on RFID tag located on at least some of the items placed within cabinet. Static RFID system is configured to monitor substantially all items located within the interior of cabinet when door is closed. Transaction RFID system is provided for reading one of the RFID tags upon removal or return of the associated item from cabinet. Transaction RFID system is operable when door is open. Computer system is configured to sense opening and closing of door. Computer system is configured to receive input that identifies user, and computer system is configured to periodically record data read from RFID tags by static RFID system and transaction RFID system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G07G 1/00 - Cash registers
  • G06Q 20/20 - Point-of-sale [POS] network systems
  • G07C 9/37 - Individual registration on entry or exit not involving the use of a pass in combination with an identity check using biometric data, e.g. fingerprints, iris scans or voice recognition
  • G16H 40/40 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management of medical equipment or devices, e.g. scheduling maintenance or upgrades
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
  • G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
  • G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit

52.

Unit dose dispensing systems and methods

      
Application Number 15726707
Grant Number 10262490
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-06
First Publication Date 2018-02-01
Grant Date 2019-04-16
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Fisher, Herbert Lawson

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07F 11/06 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which magazines the articles are stored one vertically above the other supported individually on pivotally-mounted flaps or shelves
  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G07F 11/52 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the storage containers or supports being rotatably mounted about horizontal axes
  • G07F 11/58 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the articles being supported on or by endless belts or like conveyors

53.

Facility-wide medication management systems

      
Application Number 15653195
Grant Number 10832207
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-07-18
First Publication Date 2017-11-02
Grant Date 2020-11-10
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Vahlberg, John
  • Dougan, Mike

Abstract

A system for managing medications facilitates documentation of medication returned from remote dispensing units to a central storage location such as a pharmacy vault. The system may be especially useful in facilitating the tracking of controlled substances. The system receives an indication that a medication previously removed from the remote dispensing units has been designated for return to the medication management system. The system computes an estimated return amount of the medication, and causes a queued return list to be displayed at the central storage location. The system can accommodate multiple remote dispensing devices and multiple medications.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 20/10 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients
  • G16H 70/40 - ICT specially adapted for the handling or processing of medical references relating to drugs, e.g. their side effects or intended usage
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)

54.

Relay box

      
Application Number 15019802
Grant Number 10186100
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-02-09
First Publication Date 2017-08-10
Grant Date 2019-01-22
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Foot, John
  • Newby, Paul
  • Chang, Jeff

Abstract

A system for securely transporting medications or other items. The system includes a central computer system and a number of lockable relay boxes. Each relay box further includes a software controlled lid unlockable upon authorization from the central computer system, a memory storing a globally unique electronically readable identifier, a sensor that can detect unauthorized forced entry to the relay box, and a display. The system also includes an electronic network over which the central computer system authorizes accesses to the interiors of the relay boxes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communications; Network security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
  • G06F 21/00 - Security arrangements for protecting computers, components thereof, programs or data against unauthorised activity
  • G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
  • H04W 4/04 - in a dedicated environment, e.g. buildings or vehicles
  • G06F 21/86 - Secure or tamper-resistant housings
  • G06F 21/88 - Detecting or preventing theft or loss
  • H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication

55.

Computer controlled and monitored medical storage system

      
Application Number 15381384
Grant Number 09976801
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-12-16
First Publication Date 2017-05-04
Grant Date 2018-05-22
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Paydar, Akbar
  • Kim, Stanley
  • Chai, Andrew

Abstract

A system is disclosed for monitoring and controlling a refrigerated medical storage unit. The system may include a control station. The control station may receive temperature information from the refrigerated medical storage unit and may cause at least a portion of the temperature information to be stored. The control station may determine whether the temperature is outside a predefined range and may causes an alarm to be generated when the temperature is outside the predefined range. The control station may receive user authentication information from a user, and upon verification of the user authentication information, send unlock instructions to the refrigerated medical storage unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G08B 17/00 - Fire alarms; Alarms responsive to explosion
  • F25D 29/00 - Arrangement or mounting of control or safety devices
  • G01K 3/00 - Thermometers giving results other than momentary value of temperature
  • G01K 3/04 - Thermometers giving results other than momentary value of temperature giving integrated values in respect of time
  • G07F 9/10 - Casings, e.g. with means for heating or cooling
  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • A61B 50/00 - Containers, covers, furniture or holders specially adapted for surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments, e.g. sterile covers
  • A61B 50/10 - Furniture specially adapted for surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments
  • A61B 50/30 - Containers specially adapted for packaging, protecting, dispensing, collecting or disposing of surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments

56.

Medical equipment with diversion mechanism

      
Application Number 14883938
Grant Number 10515722
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-10-15
First Publication Date 2017-04-20
Grant Date 2019-12-24
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Vahlberg, John

Abstract

A method for identifying medical diverters includes identifying users having similar job functions. Use data indicative of user access to a medication dispensing system is retrieved and is analyzed to identify periods of use of the system for users. Boundaries of work shifts are determined and users are organized into work shifts based on periods of use. A comparison period is determined. Diversion data indicative of behavior associated with diversion for each user is identified. A diversion score indicative of a likelihood that a user is diverting medication is generated by averaging the data by shifts worked for each user and statistically comparing the averaged data. Diversion scores are combined for a medication type to generate a group score. A consistency factor is determined and an overall score is generated. A determination whether any overall scores exceed an overall threshold is made. Users whose score exceeds the threshold are flagged.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G06F 16/2457 - Query processing with adaptation to user needs
  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles

57.

Storage cabinet with multiple RFID readers

      
Application Number 15090023
Grant Number 09875461
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-04
First Publication Date 2017-02-23
Grant Date 2018-01-23
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • D'Ambrosio, George John
  • Ganel, Onne
  • Moody, Nat
  • Moreno, Gerardo

Abstract

An RFID cabinet system is provided for monitoring items having an RFID tag. System includes cabinet having open interior where items are stored and at least one door providing access to items. Static RFID system is provided for reading and identifying data embedded on RFID tag located on at least some of the items placed within cabinet. Static RFID system is configured to monitor substantially all items located within the interior of cabinet when door is closed. Transaction RFID system is provided for reading one of the RFID tags upon removal or return of the associated item from cabinet. Transaction RFID system is operable when door is open. Computer system is configured to sense opening and closing of door. Computer system is configured to receive input that identifies user, and computer system is configured to periodically record data read from RFID tags by static RFID system and transaction RFID system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06K 19/00 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G06Q 50/22 - Social work
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
  • G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
  • G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit

58.

Method for preparation of pharmaceutical products

      
Application Number 15169000
Grant Number 09849432
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-05-31
First Publication Date 2016-09-22
Grant Date 2017-12-26
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Fioravanti, Fabio
  • Bianco, Walter

Abstract

A method for the preparation of pharmaceutical products is provided that utilizes a machine having a containing liner, a dosing chamber for preparing at least one pharmaceutical product accommodated within the containing liner, and a pneumatic ventilation device for feeding two air flows through the dosing chamber and through the containing liner, respectively. Operation of the pneumatic ventilation device is selectively controlled so that the containing liner has inside a pressure lower than a pressure existing within the dosing chamber and than a pressure existing in the environment outside the containing liner itself.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01F 15/00 - Accessories for mixers
  • A61J 3/00 - Devices or methods specially adapted for bringing pharmaceutical products into particular physical or administering forms
  • B01F 7/00 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptacles; Kneaders
  • B08B 15/02 - Preventing escape of dirt or fumes from the area where they are produced; Collecting or removing dirt or fumes from that area using chambers or hoods covering the area
  • F24F 3/16 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatment; Apparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by ozonisation
  • B01F 15/02 - Feed or discharge mechanisms

59.

Unit dose dispensing systems and methods

      
Application Number 14634063
Grant Number 09818251
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-02-27
First Publication Date 2016-09-01
Grant Date 2017-11-14
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Edith
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Trejo, Guillermo
  • Mehta, Vikram
  • Berken, Lloyd

Abstract

Mechanisms for dispensing items such as medications and medical supplies. Different mechanisms may be tailored to dispensing different kinds of items, for example medications in single dose packages, vials, syringes, or other similarly-shaped items. The dispensers may be placed in a dispensing unit that includes a lockable restock drawer and a dispense drawer into which items are dispensed by the dispensing mechanisms. The various kinds of dispensing mechanisms may be installed in the restock drawer in any workable proportion and arrangement. The dispensing mechanisms include multiple sensing technologies for tracking and inventory of items and for accurate sensing of items as they are dispensed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07F 11/06 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which magazines the articles are stored one vertically above the other supported individually on pivotally-mounted flaps or shelves
  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services

60.

Alignment meter for a rail system

      
Application Number 14625123
Grant Number 09933013
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-02-18
First Publication Date 2016-08-18
Grant Date 2018-04-03
Owner
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jaynes, Robert
  • Whiteman, Lester
  • Eckert, Robert

Abstract

An alignment meter for a rail system includes a housing defining a cavity, a flexible member connected to the housing, and at least one strain measuring element provided on the flexible member. The strain measuring element may be configured to measure the strain experienced by the flexible member. At least one strain measuring element may be positioned to measure strain in a horizontal direction relative to the flexible member. The at least one strain measuring element may be positioned to measure strain in a vertical direction relative to the flexible member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 29/00 - Bearings for parts moving only linearly
  • G01L 5/00 - Apparatus for, or methods of, measuring force, work, mechanical power, or torque, specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01B 7/31 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for testing the alignment of axes for testing the alignment of axes
  • B61L 23/04 - Control, warning or like safety means along the route or between vehicles or vehicle trains for monitoring the mechanical state of the route
  • B61L 27/00 - Central railway traffic control systems; Trackside control; Communication systems specially adapted therefor
  • E01B 35/10 - Applications of measuring apparatus or devices for track-building purposes for measuring irregularities in longitudinal direction for aligning

61.

Expanding needle device and method of expansion for the transfer of fluids

      
Application Number 14602711
Grant Number 10279124
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-01-22
First Publication Date 2016-07-28
Grant Date 2019-05-07
Owner
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Eckert, Robert

Abstract

An expanding needle is provided that includes a tubular body having a proximal end, a needle-tipped distal end, and a lumen extending therebetween. The expanding needle also includes a longitudinal seam formed on the tubular body. The tubular body is configured to uncurl radially, along the longitudinal seam, thereby transitioning the tubular body from a contracted state to an expanded state to increase an inner diameter of the lumen. In certain embodiments, the tubular body is formed by, for example, a continuous flexible sheet rolled in a lengthwise direction. In that case, the longitudinal seam is defined by a portion of a side of the flexible sheet overlapping an opposing side of the flexible sheet. An expanding needle device, including an expanding needle seated to a needle hub, and a method of increasing an inner diameter of an expanding needle are also provided herein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 5/32 - Syringes - Details - Details of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hub; Accessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the body; Devices for protection of needles
  • A61M 5/178 - Syringes

62.

Fluid container with fluid identification sensor and method

      
Application Number 14604230
Grant Number 09606037
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-01-23
First Publication Date 2016-07-28
Grant Date 2017-03-28
Owner
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kijowski, Todd
  • Santmyer, Paul
  • Hartlaub, Thaddeus
  • Deutsch, David

Abstract

A fluid container, such as an intravenous (IV) bag, including a fluid sensor for analyzing, identifying, and verifying a fluid is provided. The container includes an at least partially enclosed body defining an interior volume and one or more ports having an opening for accessing a fluid in the interior. A sensor device may be attachable to one of the ports. The sensor device includes a sensor for measuring a parameter of the fluid. A channel may extend between the port and the sensor for providing fluid from the interior volume of the body to the sensor. The sensor may be connected to a processing apparatus, such as a computer, for determining at least the type of fluid present based on the measured parameter obtained with the sensor. A method for analyzing, identifying, and verifying a fluid contained in a fluid container, such as an IV bag, is also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 9/36 - Analysing materials by measuring the density or specific gravity, e.g. determining quantity of moisture
  • G01N 33/15 - Medicinal preparations
  • A61J 1/10 - Bag-type containers
  • A61J 1/14 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes - Details; Accessories therefor

63.

Method and system for measuring medication and automatic loading of a database

      
Application Number 14599785
Grant Number 09909849
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-01-19
First Publication Date 2016-07-21
Grant Date 2018-03-06
Owner
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Eckert, Robert
  • Young, Kirk

Abstract

A system and method for measuring medication includes providing a graphical user interface (GUI) including a representation of a medication or a medication container. An indication to measure at least one dimension of the medication or the medication container is provided in the GUI. At least one signal including at least one measured dimension of the medication or the medication container is received by one or more processors that process and store the at least one measured dimension. The at least one measured dimension is provided in the GUI in association with the indication to measure the at least one dimension of the medication or the medication container.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 21/00 - Measuring arrangements or details thereof, where the measuring technique is not covered by the other groups of this subclass, unspecified or not relevant
  • G01B 3/20 - Slide gauges
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis

64.

Cycle count based inventory management

      
Application Number 14599736
Grant Number 10430758
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-01-19
First Publication Date 2016-07-21
Grant Date 2019-10-01
Owner
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • INC., OMNICELL (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Zollinger, Christopher

Abstract

A method, system, and apparatus of rule based assigning a cycle count to an inventory item for a set of medical items is disclosed. A no-touch inventory system operates using information regarding medication flow throughout a patent care facility and evaluates pertinent inventory criteria for each of a plurality of items in the inventory. The evaluation compares inventory criteria in an intelligent inventory system. A learning factor can be applied such that conditionally effects the selective category by assigning a schedule for the cycle count of the inventory.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G06Q 50/22 - Social work

65.

Automated medication dispensing unit and system for an emergency medical response vehicle

      
Application Number 14599765
Grant Number 10387622
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-01-19
First Publication Date 2016-07-21
Grant Date 2019-08-20
Owner
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • INC., OMNICELL (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Hartlaub, Thaddeus
  • Paget, Chad

Abstract

An automated medication dispensing unit for a medical response vehicle (MRV) is provided. The unit includes a base medication dispensing unit for containing medication; a portable medication dispensing unit removeably secured to the base medication unit and containing an initial supply of medication; and a controller electronically coupled to the base medication unit and the portable medication dispensing unit which controls access to the respective base medication dispensing unit and the portable medication dispensing unit. In addition, the controller is configured for inventory management of the base medication dispensing unit and the portable medication dispensing unit. The controller may be an electronic mobile device. A method for dispensing medication from an MRV and a system for dispensing, restocking, and reordering medication are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine

66.

Medication dispensing cabinet systems and methods

      
Application Number 15070944
Grant Number 10268804
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-03-15
First Publication Date 2016-07-07
Grant Date 2019-04-23
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Paydar, Akbar
  • Kim, Stanley
  • Foot, John

Abstract

A medication dispensing cabinet provides controlled access to medications and supplies stored in it. The cabinet may include at least one lockable storage compartment, and a controller that controls access to the at least one lockable storage compartment. The cabinet may include multiple printers integrated into the cabinet. The cabinet may include a camera operably coupled to the controller. The cabinet may include a set of cabinet electronics, and a power distribution and communications circuit board. The cabinet may include a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader, wherein the controller conditions access to the at least one lockable storage compartment on receipt of information from the RFID reader. Data may be stored in the controller according to an implementation of RAID technology. The controller may include multiple electronic communications network interfaces, and may include an out of band network communication channel. A dispensing cabinet may facilitate printing of labels for medications.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G07G 1/00 - Cash registers

67.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for transporting medications from a central pharmacy to a patient in a healthcare facility

      
Application Number 15057783
Grant Number 10029856
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-03-01
First Publication Date 2016-06-30
Grant Date 2018-07-24
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Greyshock, Shawn T.

Abstract

Provided herein are various apparatuses, systems, and methods for improving the efficiency of medication distribution within a healthcare facility. In particular, embodiments may provide for dispensing medications needed and medications anticipated to be needed to an authorized medical person for administration to a patient in a healthcare facility. Methods may include receiving an indication of one or more unit dose medications anticipated to be needed by a patient; retrieving the one or more unit dose medications from a unit storage device; loading the one or more unit dose medications onto a transport device; transporting the one or more unit dose medications from the unit storage device to a location proximate the patient; and transferring the one or more unit dose medications from the transport device to a staging area at the location proximate the patient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • B65G 35/00 - Mechanical conveyors not otherwise provided for
  • B65G 47/04 - Devices for feeding articles or materials to conveyors for feeding articles
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • B65G 1/137 - Storage devices mechanical with arrangements or automatic control means for selecting which articles are to be removed

68.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for operation of a pneumatic tube system

      
Application Number 14230788
Grant Number 09499354
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-03-31
First Publication Date 2015-10-01
Grant Date 2016-11-22
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Jones, Colburn Leonard
  • Guidry, Michael

Abstract

Provided herein are various apparatuses, systems, and methods for improving pneumatic tube system operating efficiency and facilitating secure access to pneumatic tube carriers. In particular, a system is provided that includes a magazine that has a first carrier chamber and a second carrier chamber and a pneumatic tube operably coupled to the magazine, where the pneumatic tube is configured to be in fluid communication with one of the first carrier chamber or the second carrier chamber. The magazine may be configured to be moved relative to the pneumatic tube between a first position in which the first carrier chamber is in fluid communication with the pneumatic tube and a second position in which the second carrier chamber is in fluid communication with the pneumatic tube. The first carrier chamber and the second carrier chamber may each be individually accessible to a user.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • B65G 51/42 - Automatically distributing the carriers to desired stations according to indications on carriers
  • B65G 51/32 - Stations for despatch, delivery, and transit

69.

Systems, methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for providing interim volume verification of a fluid

      
Application Number 14230742
Grant Number 09750663
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-03-31
First Publication Date 2015-10-01
Grant Date 2017-09-05
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Harp, Maureen
  • Meyer, William
  • Deutsch, David

Abstract

A system, method, apparatus, and computer program product are provided for interim volume verification. A system may include a first fluid container defining a first cavity, a second fluid container defining a second cavity, and a third fluid container defining a third cavity. Systems may include a pneumatic valve, where the pneumatic valve may be in pneumatic communication with the second cavity of the second fluid container. A controller may be configured to control the pneumatic valve. Systems may include a display configured to present a volume measurement to a user. A target volume of fluid may be caused by the controller to be drawn from the first cavity of the first fluid container into the second cavity of the second fluid container in response to the first cavity of the first fluid container being in fluid communication with the second cavity of the second container and the pneumatic valve causing a vacuum to be applied to the second cavity of the second fluid container.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 1/22 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe with means for metering the amount of fluid
  • A61J 1/20 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe
  • G01F 25/00 - Testing or calibration of apparatus for measuring volume, volume flow or liquid level or for metering by volume
  • A61J 1/06 - Ampoules or cartridges
  • A61J 1/10 - Bag-type containers
  • G01F 23/26 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring variations of capacity or inductance of capacitors or inductors arising from the presence of liquid or fluent solid material in the electric or electromagnetic fields
  • G01F 23/292 - Light

70.

System, method, and apparatus for mapping product identification to medication identification

      
Application Number 14195246
Grant Number 09412087
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-03-03
First Publication Date 2015-09-03
Grant Date 2016-08-09
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Vollm, James
  • Zollinger, Chris

Abstract

A method, system, and corresponding apparatus are provided for mapping product identification to medication identification. In particular, a method may include receiving a product identifier associated with a medication container; comparing the product identifier with a database of product identifier formats; and retrieving a medication identifier from the product identifier in response to the product identifier corresponding to a single product identifier format in the database. Methods may include applying an algorithm to the product identifier in response to the product identifier failing to correspond with a product identifier format in the database and creating a mapped product identifier to a single medication identifier in the database in response to the application of the algorithm to the product identifier resulting in the single medication identifier match.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G06Q 10/00 - Administration; Management
  • G06Q 30/00 - Commerce
  • G06Q 90/00 - Systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial or supervisory purposes, not involving significant data processing
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G06Q 50/22 - Social work

71.

Versatile lighting system for dispensing cabinets

      
Application Number 14166403
Grant Number 09365315
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-01-28
First Publication Date 2015-07-30
Grant Date 2016-06-14
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kim, Stanley
  • Steinberger, Daniel
  • Le, Mimosa
  • Moreno, Gerardo
  • Young, Robert J.

Abstract

In one implementation, a device for dispensing items includes a plurality of compartments for storing medicines or medical supplies, a respective light source associated with each of the plurality of compartments, and a computerized controller coupled to the light sources. The computerized controller maintains an inventory of the contents of the plurality of compartments and receives requests to dispense medicines or medical supplies from the plurality of compartments. In response to a request to dispense a particular medicine or medical supply item, the computerized controller illuminates the light source associated with the compartment holding the particular medicine or medical supply item, the light source being illuminated with a brightness controlled by the computerized controller. The brightness of the light source may be controlled in accordance with a detected brightness of the ambient environment. The light source may be a multi-colored light source.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 7/04 - Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine, e.g. programmed dispensers
  • B65D 25/04 - Partitions
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • A61J 7/00 - Devices for administering medicines orally, e.g. spoons; Pill counting devices; Arrangements for time indication or reminder for taking medicine
  • F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
  • F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
  • F21Y 101/02 - Miniature, e.g. light emitting diodes (LED)

72.

Method, apparatus, and computer program product for the identification and packaging of medication

      
Application Number 14104518
Grant Number 09400933
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-12
First Publication Date 2015-06-18
Grant Date 2016-07-26
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Jaynes, Robert

Abstract

Provided herein are a method and apparatus for identifying and labeling medications in overpack containers, and more specifically, to identifying a medication and generating information relating to the medication to be included on a label for an overpack container of the medication. In particular, methods may include receiving an article at an imaging station, capturing images of the article from a plurality of positions about the imaging station, receiving the article into a container, and identifying the article from at least one of the captured images. The at least one of the captured images may include identifying indicia. Methods may also include generating information related to the identified article in response to identifying the article, and causing the information related to the identified article to be presented on a label associated with the container. Generating information related to the identified article may include generating destination information associated with the article.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
  • G06K 9/18 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints using printed characters having additional code marks or containing code marks, e.g. the character being composed of individual strokes of different shape, each representing a different code value
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)

73.

System and method for determining the orientation of a unit dose package

      
Application Number 14557098
Grant Number 09779507
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-01
First Publication Date 2015-03-26
Grant Date 2017-10-03
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Braun, Patrick Joseph
  • Smith, James Anderson

Abstract

A method and system are provided for determining an orientation of a unit dose package, such as by determining whether the cavity that houses the medication is facing upwards or downwards. As a result of the determination of the orientation of the unit dose package, a method and system may also be provided for selectively picking a unit dose package, thereby enabling automated restocking of singulated unit dose packages by taking into account the orientation of the unit dose packages.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07F 11/16 - Delivery means
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis
  • G01B 11/26 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for testing the alignment of axes
  • H04N 5/225 - Television cameras
  • H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
  • G06T 7/73 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras using feature-based methods

74.

Method, apparatus, and computer program product for the packaging and verification of medication information

      
Application Number 14013566
Grant Number 10262114
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-08-29
First Publication Date 2015-03-05
Grant Date 2019-04-16
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Braun, Patrick J.

Abstract

Example embodiments of the present invention may provide an efficient method of identifying unit doses of medication, and more specifically, to dispensing, identifying, packaging, and labeling unit doses of medication for distribution. In particular, methods may include receiving medication information, causing identifying information related to the medication information to be printed to a web of material, where the identifying information is printed at regular intervals, and preparing a medication unit dose to be dispensed to a container. Methods may further include verifying that the medication unit dose corresponds to the identifying information printed to the web of material, and joining the web of material to the container in response to the dispensed unit dose corresponding to the identifying information.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65B 5/08 - Packaging groups of articles, the articles being individually gripped or guided for transfer to the containers or receptacles
  • B65B 5/10 - Filling containers or receptacles progressively or in stages by introducing successive articles, or layers of articles
  • B65B 5/04 - Packaging single articles
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services

75.

Computer controlled and monitored medical storage system

      
Application Number 14312271
Grant Number 09523534
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-06-23
First Publication Date 2014-12-18
Grant Date 2016-12-20
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Paydar, Akbar
  • Kim, Stanley
  • Chai, Andrew

Abstract

A system is disclosed for monitoring and controlling a refrigerated medical storage unit. The system may include a control station. The control station may receive temperature information from the refrigerated medical storage unit and may cause at least a portion of the temperature information to be stored. The control station may determine whether the temperature is outside a predefined range and may causes an alarm to be generated when the temperature is outside the predefined range. The control station may receive user authentication information from a user, and upon verification of the user authentication information, send unlock instructions to the refrigerated medical storage unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G08B 17/00 - Fire alarms; Alarms responsive to explosion
  • F25D 29/00 - Arrangement or mounting of control or safety devices
  • G01K 3/00 - Thermometers giving results other than momentary value of temperature
  • G01K 3/04 - Thermometers giving results other than momentary value of temperature giving integrated values in respect of time
  • G07F 9/10 - Casings, e.g. with means for heating or cooling
  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)

76.

Method for powdered drug reconstitution

      
Application Number 14362192
Grant Number 09804586
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-12-03
First Publication Date 2014-12-04
Grant Date 2017-10-31
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Fioravanti, Fabio
  • Bianco, Walter
  • Marinkovic, Sasa
  • Kucich, Gabriele

Abstract

Method of robot control is disclosed that includes the steps of: providing a user interface for introducing data indicative of a drug to be subjected to a reconstitution process; accessing an internal data base for outputting, for a selected drug, a list of primitive movements P1, P2, . . . Pi, . . . Pn to be used in the reconstructing process; operating the robot for executing sequentially the primitives and moving a container according to the instructions of the primitives; measuring, during the movement of the container under robot action, physical positions in the space and dynamic parameters of the container creating a list of registered data; comparing the measured positions in the space and the dynamic parameter with the corresponding ones of the primitive movements for selecting a list of eligible primitives if a sufficient approximation level is reached; elaborating selected eligible primitives together to generate instructions for the robot allowing a complex movement encompassing the simple movements; and using the robot for shaking the container according to the complex movement.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G05B 19/4155 - Numerical control (NC), i.e. automatically operating machines, in particular machine tools, e.g. in a manufacturing environment, so as to execute positioning, movement or co-ordinated operations by means of programme data in numerical form characterised by programme execution, i.e. part programme or machine function execution, e.g. selection of a programme
  • B01F 11/00 - Mixers with shaking, oscillating, or vibrating mechanisms
  • B01F 15/00 - Accessories for mixers
  • B01F 1/00 - Dissolving
  • A61J 3/00 - Devices or methods specially adapted for bringing pharmaceutical products into particular physical or administering forms

77.

Medication dispensing cabinet, computing device and associated method for measuring the force applied to a drawer

      
Application Number 13851535
Grant Number 09443371
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-27
First Publication Date 2014-10-02
Grant Date 2016-09-13
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Vernon, Brian

Abstract

A medication dispensing cabinet, a computing device and an associated method are provided to measure the force applied to a drawer of a medication dispensing cabinet. By measuring the force applied to the drawer of a medication dispensing cabinet, certain predefined condition(s) may be detected, such as the closure of a drawer of a medication dispensing cabinet with an excessive amount of force. In this regard, a medication dispensing cabinet is provided that includes a cabinet body defining an internal cavity and a plurality of drawers disposed within the internal cavity of the cabinet body. The drawers are configured to be slidably opened and closed relative to the cabinet body. The medication dispensing cabinet also includes a force sensor carried by at least one of the cabinet body or one or more of the drawers and configured to measure force applied to a drawer of the medication dispensing cabinet.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01L 1/00 - Measuring force or stress, in general
  • G07F 9/02 - Devices for alarm or indication, e.g. when empty; Advertising arrangements in coin-freed apparatus
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services

78.

Compartment configured for presentation of stored articles

      
Application Number 13852729
Grant Number 09884695
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-28
First Publication Date 2014-10-02
Grant Date 2018-02-06
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Pattison, William B.
  • Thompson, Jeffrey

Abstract

Storage units are described for storing articles. The storage units include a number of compartments, and the compartments include a receptacle, a lid, and a holding member. The receptacle receives the article via an opening, and the lid may move into and out of engagement with the opening so as to define an open position and a closed position. The holding member may be disposed on the lid and may be configured to releasably secure the article to the lid. Thus, in the closed position, the holding member and an article secured to the lid via the holding member may be received within the receptacle, whereas in the open position the article may be at least partially removed from the receptacle. Thus, when the lid is opened, the article is automatically presented to the user for dispensing the article from the compartment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 25/04 - Partitions
  • B65B 69/00 - Unpacking of articles or materials, not otherwise provided for
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G07F 11/62 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles in which the articles are stored in compartments in fixed receptacles

79.

Systems, methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for providing controlled access to intravenous bags

      
Application Number 13852320
Grant Number 09195803
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-28
First Publication Date 2014-10-02
Grant Date 2015-11-24
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Tylenda, Ben H.
  • Santmyer, Paul J.
  • Souerwine, D. Scott

Abstract

A system, method, apparatus, and computer program product are provided for controlling access to intravenous bags. A system may include a cabinet including a vertically oriented drawer configured to be movable between an open position and a closed position relative to the cabinet, where the contents of the vertically oriented drawer are configured to be accessible from two opposing sides of the vertically oriented drawer when the drawer is in the open position. Systems of example embodiments may include a plurality of overpacks configured to be received within the vertically oriented drawer of the cabinet, where each of the plurality of overpacks is configured to receive therein a single intravenous bag, where each of the plurality of overpacks may include a retention feature, and where the retention feature of each overpack may be configured to be received by a complementary retention feature in the vertically oriented drawer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services

80.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for storing and dispensing medication proximate a patient

      
Application Number 13853171
Grant Number 09626817
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-29
First Publication Date 2014-10-02
Grant Date 2017-04-18
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Thompson, Jeff
  • Deutsch, David
  • Churbock, Preeti
  • Garrison, Kevon
  • Barickman, John
  • Thompson, Bruce
  • Rossi, Randy
  • Aby-Eva, Gregoire
  • O'Halloran, Jeremy

Abstract

Provided herein are various apparatuses, systems, and methods for improving the efficiency of medication distribution within a healthcare facility. In particular, embodiments may provide for storing and dispensing medications to an authorized medical person for administration to a patient in a healthcare facility. A storage and dispensing system may include a housing defining a cavity, a door movable between an open and a closed position to provide access to the cavity, two or more receivers disposed within the cavity, a lock to lock the door in the closed position, and a user interface configured to receive a request for medications stored within the cavity. The medications may be configured to be presented to a user in response to a request for the medications, while unrequested medications remain inaccessible.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit

81.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for anticipating and delivering medications from a central pharmacy to a patient using a track based transport system

      
Application Number 13835431
Grant Number 09150119
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-15
First Publication Date 2014-09-18
Grant Date 2015-10-06
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Henderson, Cody C.
  • Brayford, Paul A.
  • Elsener, Stefan Michael
  • Zarich, Michael P.
  • Kolozs, James

Abstract

Provided herein are various apparatuses, systems, and methods for transporting medication within a healthcare facility. An example system for connecting sections of a track having an electrically conductive bus bar may include a first end cap including an alignment ridge, where the first end cap is received at the end of a first track section having a first bus bar, and a second end cap having an alignment channel, where the second end cap is received at the end of a second track section having a second bus bar. The alignment ridge may be configured to be received within the alignment channel when the first track section and the second track section are out of alignment, and in response to the first track section being brought into alignment with the second track section, the alignment ridge and alignment channel cooperate to draw the first and second bus bar into contact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60M 1/34 - Power rails in slotted conduits
  • B60M 1/30 - Power rails
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G06Q 50/22 - Social work

82.

Method and apparatus for preparing and monitoring an intravenous fluid bag

      
Application Number 13837240
Grant Number 09814828
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-15
First Publication Date 2014-09-18
Grant Date 2017-11-14
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Thompson, Jeff
  • Deutsch, David
  • Churbock, Preeti
  • Garrison, Kevon
  • Barickman, John
  • Thompson, Bruce
  • Rossi, Randy
  • Aby-Eva, Gregoire

Abstract

An intravenous (IV) fluid monitoring system and method are provided to facilitate notification that a replacement IV fluid bag should be prepared. In this regard, an IV fluid monitoring system includes a bag sensing element carried by an IV fluid bag. The IV fluid monitoring system further includes first and second sensing elements positioned on opposite sides of the IV fluid bag and configured to interact with the bag sensing element. The first and second sensing elements are physically separate from the IV fluid bag. The bag sensing element and the first and second elements are positioned such that a line of sight between at least the first sensing element and the bag sensing element extends through the IV fluid within the IV fluid bag while the IV fluid bag is in a filled state. A method and apparatus are also provided to facilitate preparation of an IV fluid bag.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61J 1/18 - Arrangements for indicating condition of container contents, e.g. sterile condition
  • A61M 5/168 - Means for controlling media flow to the body or for metering media to the body, e.g. drip meters, counters
  • A61J 1/00 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes
  • A61M 5/14 - Infusion devices, e.g. infusing by gravity; Blood infusion; Accessories therefor

83.

Storage cabinet with multiple RFID readers

      
Application Number 14084349
Grant Number 09324051
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-11-19
First Publication Date 2014-05-22
Grant Date 2016-04-26
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • D'Ambrosio, George John
  • Ganel, Onne
  • Moody, Nat
  • Moreno, Gerardo

Abstract

An RFID cabinet system is provided for monitoring items having an RFID tag. System includes cabinet having open interior where items are stored and at least one door providing access to items. Static RFID system is provided for reading and identifying data embedded on RFID tag located on at least some of the items placed within cabinet. Static RFID system is configured to monitor substantially all items located within the interior of cabinet when door is closed. Transaction RFID system is provided for reading one of the RFID tags upon removal or return of the associated item from cabinet. Transaction RFID system is operable when door is open. Computer system is configured to sense opening and closing of door. Computer system is configured to receive input that identifies user, and computer system is configured to periodically record data read from RFID tags by static RFID system and transaction RFID system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06K 19/00 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management

84.

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for transporting medications from a central pharmacy to a patient in a healthcare facility

      
Application Number 13836107
Grant Number 09511945
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-15
First Publication Date 2014-04-17
Grant Date 2016-12-06
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Greyshock, Shawn T.
  • Kolozs, James

Abstract

Provided herein are various apparatuses, systems, and methods for improving the efficiency of medication distribution within a healthcare facility. In particular, embodiments may provide for dispensing medications needed and medications anticipated to be needed to an authorized medical person for administration to a patient in a healthcare facility. Methods may include receiving an indication of one or more unit dose medications anticipated to be needed by a patient; retrieving the one or more unit dose medications from a unit storage device; loading the one or more unit dose medications onto a transport device; transporting the one or more unit dose medications from the unit storage device to a location proximate the patient; and transferring the one or more unit dose medications from the transport device to a staging area at the location proximate the patient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • B65G 35/00 - Mechanical conveyors not otherwise provided for
  • B65G 47/04 - Devices for feeding articles or materials to conveyors for feeding articles
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)

85.

System and method for managing inventory at dispensing units

      
Application Number 14084967
Grant Number 10586022
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-11-20
First Publication Date 2014-03-13
Grant Date 2020-03-10
Owner
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Czaplewski, Jason
  • Weaver, James
  • D'Ambrosio, George John
  • Patel, Manish
  • Hixson, Kim

Abstract

Dispensing units or stations for dispensing items, such as in a healthcare facility, are linked in a network. The dispensing stations are arranged in groups. Inventory data for all the stations in a group is combined together, and displayed at a graphical view or widget. Multiple widgets may be displayed on a dashboard screen of a user system, for use in managing inventory.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms

86.

Storage apparatus with support structures

      
Application Number 14053646
Grant Number 10045909
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-10-15
First Publication Date 2014-02-06
Grant Date 2018-08-14
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Greyshock, Shawn T.
  • Meyer, William A.

Abstract

A storage apparatus is provided. The storage apparatus defines a storage cavity having an opening at the upper surface of the storage apparatus with a substantially planar flange extending outwardly from the opening of the storage cavity and defines a plurality of support structures, each support structure (a) having an opening at the upper surface of the storage apparatus and (b) adapted to support the storage apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 21/00 - Nestable, stackable or joinable containers; Containers of variable capacity
  • B65D 85/62 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for special arrangements of groups of articles
  • A61J 1/00 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes
  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles
  • G07F 11/04 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which magazines the articles are stored one vertically above the other
  • G07F 11/08 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which magazines the articles are stored one vertically above the other arranged in two columns in staggered relationship
  • G07F 11/48 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from movable storage containers or supports the storage containers or supports, e.g. magazine, being pivotally mounted
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services

87.

Modular, multi-orientation conveyor

      
Application Number 13537384
Grant Number 09123195
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-06-29
First Publication Date 2014-01-02
Grant Date 2015-09-01
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Meyer, William A.

Abstract

Embodiments of the invention may provide a modular conveyor that includes a conveyor frame including an access opening, a plurality of conveyor buckets configured to move along a continuous path within the conveyor frame, and an access station where the contents of a conveyor bucket disposed at the access station may be accessible through the access opening. Each of the plurality of conveyor buckets may be configured to be substantially enclosed by the conveyor frame when not at the access station. The conveyor frame may include at least one channel disposed about a perimeter of the continuous path, where each of the plurality of conveyor buckets include at least one projection configured to engage the at least one channel. The conveyor buckets may be driven along the continuous path by a drive mechanism disposed outside of the conveyor frame.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65G 17/36 - Individual load-carriers having concave surfaces, e.g. buckets
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G07F 11/42 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which the magazines are horizontal the articles being delivered by motor-driven means
  • B65G 17/10 - Conveyors having an endless traction element, e.g. a chain, transmitting movement to a continuous or substantially-continuous load-carrying surface or to a series of individual load-carriers; Endless-chain conveyors in which the chains form the load-carrying surface having a load-carrying surface formed by a series of interconnected, e.g. longitudinal, links, plates, or platforms the surface forming a longitudinal trough

88.

System, methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for detecting that an object has been accessed

      
Application Number 13537596
Grant Number 09171246
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-06-29
First Publication Date 2014-01-02
Grant Date 2015-10-27
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Braun, Patrick J

Abstract

A system, method, apparatus, and computer program product are provided for detecting that an object has been accessed. A system may include a first surface carrying a first signaling tag and a second surface carrying a second signaling tag. The first and second signaling tags may be positioned such that when the second surface is in a first position, the first signaling tag and the second signaling tag are sufficiently proximate to each other such that a coupling between the first signaling tag and the second signaling tag results in a first signal state being emitted by at least one of the signaling tags. When the second surface is transitioned from the first position to a second position, a decoupling between the first signaling tag and the second signaling tag may in a second signal state being emitted by at least one of the signaling tags.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04Q 5/22 - Selecting arrangements wherein two or more subscriber stations are connected by the same line to the exchange with indirect connection, i.e. through subordinate switching centre the subordinate centre not permitting interconnection of subscribers connected thereto
  • G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
  • G06K 17/00 - Methods or arrangements for effecting co-operative working between equipments covered by two or more of main groups , e.g. automatic card files incorporating conveying and reading operations

89.

Material separating tool

      
Application Number 13532462
Grant Number 08869364
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-06-25
First Publication Date 2013-12-26
Grant Date 2014-10-28
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Jaynes, Robert

Abstract

A tool for separating material layers may include a first arm including a first end and a second end; a second arm including a first end and a second end; a first material contact pad carried by the first arm proximate the first end of the first arm; and a second material contact pad carried by the second arm proximate the first end of the second arm. The second end of the first arm may be joined to the second end of the second arm, and the first material contact pad and the second material contact pad may be movable with respect to one another along two substantially orthogonal axes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23P 19/04 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformation; Tools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes for assembling or disassembling parts

90.

Gripping member of a bag for pharmaceutical products

      
Application Number 13475160
Grant Number 09399002
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-05-18
First Publication Date 2013-11-21
Grant Date 2016-07-26
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Bianco, Walter

Abstract

A bag for pharmaceutical products is gripped by a gripping member provided with two jaws movable between a gripping position and a releasing position of the bag, with a recess obtained between the two jaws to accommodate therein at least one duct to access the content of the bag, and with a support pin protruding into the recess to allow the access duct to be folded from a substantially rectilinear, initial configuration to a final configuration, where the access duct is folded about the support element itself.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 33/06 - Handles
  • A61J 1/10 - Bag-type containers
  • B65B 43/46 - Feeding or positioning bags, boxes, or cartons in the distended, opened, or set-up state; Feeding preformed rigid containers, e.g. tins, capsules, glass tubes, glasses, to the packaging position; Locating containers or receptacles at the filling position; Supporting containers or receptacles during the filling operation using grippers
  • A61J 1/16 - Holders for containers
  • A61J 1/14 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes - Details; Accessories therefor
  • B65B 3/00 - Packaging plastic material, semiliquids, liquids or mixed solids and liquids, in individual containers or receptacles, e.g. bags, sacks, boxes, cartons, cans or jars

91.

Item dispensing unit

      
Application Number 13435010
Grant Number 08807389
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-03-30
First Publication Date 2013-10-03
Grant Date 2014-08-19
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Meyer, William A.
  • Braun, Patrick J.

Abstract

Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for dispensing items. In one embodiment, a magazine defining a channel adapted to store a plurality of items of substantially similar size in a uniform manner is provided. The magazine may also define (a) a rake element path adapted to allow one item of the plurality of items to be engaged and (b) a dispensing opening adapted to allow the engaged item to be urged out of the dispensing opening. In such an embodiment, a receptacle may also be provided. The receptacle may comprise a storage cavity and a rake element, wherein the rake element is adapted to (a) pass through the rake element path of the magazine to engage the item and (b) urge the item out of the dispensing opening of the magazine into the storage cavity of the receptacle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles
  • G07F 11/04 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which magazines the articles are stored one vertically above the other
  • G07F 11/16 - Delivery means

92.

Method, apparatus, and computer program product for optimization of item location in an automated storage system

      
Application Number 13436427
Grant Number 08755930
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-03-30
First Publication Date 2013-10-03
Grant Date 2014-06-17
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor Miller, George Brad

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to a method, apparatus, and computer program product for optimizing article or bin location in an automated storage device to increase the efficiency of article retrieval in filling an order. Methods of example embodiments may determine a number of touches of each of a plurality of bins of a storage system, where the touches are calculated over a predetermined period of time, identify a bin with more touches than a bin at a first location, where the bin with more touches is at a second location, and direct the bin with more touches than the bin at the first location to be swapped with the bin at the first location. Identifying a bin with more touches may include identifying a bin with a number of touches that exceeds the number of touches of the bin in the first location by a predetermined amount.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled
  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions

93.

Automated dispensing system and method

      
Application Number 13430431
Grant Number 08983655
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-03-26
First Publication Date 2013-09-26
Grant Date 2015-03-17
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Braun, Patrick J.
  • Snyder, Robert S.

Abstract

Automated dispensing systems and mechanisms for queuing output from an automated dispensing system are provided for the dispensing of articles. The automated dispensing system may increase efficiency of the automated dispensing system by reducing cycle time, increasing throughput, and reducing the time required for the unloading process. A system for dispensing articles may include a carousel including a plurality of stations, a plurality of carrier holders, each configured to be received at a respective station, and a robot configured to retrieve a carrier holder from the carousel. The robot may further be configured to move the carrier holder proximate the location of a first article, load the first article onto the carrier holder, and return the carrier holder to a station of the carousel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions
  • B65D 83/04 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing annular, disc-shaped, or spherical or like small articles, e.g. tablets or pills

94.

Cabinet with remote integration

      
Application Number 13595850
Grant Number 09158892
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-08-27
First Publication Date 2013-06-20
Grant Date 2015-10-13
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Levy, Cynthia
  • Caldwell, Richard
  • Cartright, Jennifer
  • Vrabel, Ray
  • Blackwell, Brad
  • Vahlberg, John

Abstract

Devices, systems, and methods are described for remotely managing items that are configured to be stored in at least one dispensing device. This includes receiving user identification information at a host computer system from an electronic device that is remotely located from the dispensing device. This also includes transmitting from the host computer system to the electronic device a disposition of at least one item, wherein the at least one item is associated with a patient. Further, this includes receiving, at the host computer system from the remote electronic device, information about the item originating from the dispensing device, wherein the information includes a further disposition of the item.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions
  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G06Q 50/22 - Social work
  • G06Q 50/24 - Patient record management (processing of medical or biological data for scientific purposes G06F 19/00)
  • G07F 11/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles

95.

Apparatus for the removal of needles of syringes

      
Application Number 13760511
Grant Number 09011385
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-02-06
First Publication Date 2013-06-13
Grant Date 2015-04-21
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Bianco, Walter
  • Giribona, Paolo
  • Minisini, Michele

Abstract

An apparatus for the removal of needles of syringes is provided with two gripping devices adapted to withhold a syringe and the respective needle, respectively, and an actuating device for moving the two gripping devices with respect to each other with a roto-translating motion about and along a longitudinal axis of the syringe in order to unscrew the needle from the syringe itself.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 5/32 - Syringes - Details - Details of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hub; Accessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the body; Devices for protection of needles
  • A61M 5/31 - Syringes - Details

96.

Screwing assembly for screwing closing plugs onto syringes

      
Application Number 13760473
Grant Number 09487312
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-02-06
First Publication Date 2013-06-13
Grant Date 2016-11-08
Owner OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Bianco, Walter
  • Giribona, Paolo
  • Minisini, Michele
  • Merlani, Enrico

Abstract

A closing plug is screwed onto the threaded open end of a syringe by a screwing assembly provided with a pocket adapted to receive the closing plug from a hopper which houses in its inside a plurality of closing plugs, a support device of the syringe, and an actuating device for moving the pocket and the support device with respect to each other with a roto-translating movement about and along a longitudinal axis of the syringe so as to screw the closing plug onto the open end of the syringe itself.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 3/02 - Machines characterised by the incorporation of means for making the containers or receptacles
  • B65B 7/28 - Closing semi-rigid or rigid containers or receptacles not deformed by, or not taking-up shape of, contents, e.g. boxes or cartons by applying separate preformed closures, e.g. lids, covers
  • B65B 3/00 - Packaging plastic material, semiliquids, liquids or mixed solids and liquids, in individual containers or receptacles, e.g. bags, sacks, boxes, cartons, cans or jars

97.

System, method and corresponding apparatus for detecting perforations on a unit dose blister card

      
Application Number 13680774
Grant Number 08869663
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-11-19
First Publication Date 2013-06-06
Grant Date 2014-10-28
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Greyshock, Shawn T.
  • Braun, Patrick J.

Abstract

A method, system and corresponding apparatus are provided for determining a perforation location on a blister card comprising at least one unit dose blister of medication. In particular, a data extraction operation with respect to a surface of the blister card may be performed and perforation location information defining a location of at least one perforation adjoining two unit dose blisters on the blister card may be determined based on the data extracted.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B26D 5/32 - Arrangements for operating and controlling machines or devices for cutting, cutting-out, stamping-out, punching, perforating, or severing by means other than cutting with interrelated action between the cutting member and work feed having the cutting member controlled by scanning a record carrier with the record carrier formed by the work itself

98.

System and method for managing inventory at dispensing units

      
Application Number 13705964
Grant Number 10762173
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-12-05
First Publication Date 2013-06-06
Grant Date 2020-09-01
Owner Omnicell, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Czaplewski, Jason
  • Weaver, James
  • D'Ambrosio, George John
  • Patel, Manish
  • Hixson, Kim

Abstract

Dispensing units or stations for dispensing items, such as in a healthcare facility, are linked in a network. The dispensing stations are arranged in groups. Inventory data for all the stations in a group is combined together, and displayed at a graphical view or widget. Multiple widgets may be displayed on a dashboard screen of a user system, for use in managing inventory.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distribution; Inventory or stock management
  • G07F 17/00 - Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
  • G16H 20/13 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered from dispensers
  • G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms

99.

Systems, methods and computer program products for visually emphasizing portions of a medication storage device

      
Application Number 13248971
Grant Number 08700210
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-29
First Publication Date 2013-04-04
Grant Date 2014-04-15
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Bufalini, Brian A.
  • Reza, Fabian R.
  • Leng, Mark W.

Abstract

Methods, apparatuses and computer program products are provided for facilitating the expedited dispensing of medications from an automated medication storage device. In this regard, a method may cooperate with the medication storage device to facilitate the presentation of one or more highlighting lights and projection displays that include features to expedite the removal, stocking and counting of medications safely and effectively.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions

100.

Case and medication tracking

      
Application Number 13250035
Grant Number 08650042
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-30
First Publication Date 2013-04-04
Grant Date 2014-02-11
Owner
  • AESYNT HOLDINGS, INC. (USA)
  • OMNICELL, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Bojarski, Karen
  • Churbock, Preeti

Abstract

Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for medication management. In one embodiment, a medication dispense queue can be created for a medical procedure to pre-stock a medication dispensing unit prior to the medical procedure. Then, the medications can be tracked to determine when a medication has been, for example, dispensed, administered, wasted, and/or returned.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 50/00 - Systems or methods specially adapted for specific business sectors, e.g. utilities or tourism
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