DEFINITION:<br/>An organization that is typically in the business of re-using or refurbishing a product (such as a medical device) so that it can be used again. These kind of organizations must comply with the same requirements that apply to original equipment manufacturers.  <br/><br/>EXAMPLE(S):<br/><br/>OTHER NAME(S):<br/><br/>NOTE(S):  <br/>These organizations are typically referred to as third part or hospital reprocessors. Reprocessing of medical devices is done to save costs and reduce wastes.<br/>