Medical device manufacturers are asking the Trump administration to step in and centralize the distribution of ventilators — which it has the authority to do under the DPA. But the president has yet to enforce those powers.
The Advanced Medical Technology Association, an industry trade group, said its members would"appreciate the Administration's leadership" in prioritizing which orders from states, local governments and hospitals should be filled first.
"We believe the most effective way to address these allocation issues is for the Administration to designate a lead agency, such as FEMA, to oversee these allocation decisions with the active input of clinical experts," association President and CEO Scott WhitakerUnder the Defense Production Act, the White House has the authority to control the allocation of medical supplies, as well as order manufacturers to boost production.
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