On the pulse of healthcare freight shipping

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Which healthcare products can you ship?

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Reliable healthcare freight shipping

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Specialized and temperature-controlled shipping

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Resources for the road ahead

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FAQs

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Which healthcare products can you ship?

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When the stakes are high, go big with FedEx Freight and FedEx Custom Critical®. Get critical items to patients with speed, precision, and reliability.

Healthcare freight shipping

Deliver medical equipment to hospitals, homes, and care facilities, even specific rooms.

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Specialized healthcare products

Ship raw materials or finished products with guidance to help you navigate complex regulations.

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Create a free FedEx Freight account to get shipping discounts.
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Reliable healthcare freight shipping

Time-critical delivery

FedEx Freight® Priority

Keep your supply chain on track with delivery typically in 1-3 days. Ship across the U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. You can also ship to and from Canada and Mexico.

FedEx Freight® Priority Plus

Need more speed? Request a delivery time, or delivery one day earlier than the published FedEx Freight Priority transit time. Call 1.866.FXF.4LTL or email priorityplus@fedexfreight.com.

FedEx Custom Critical

Get expedited, dedicated service for specialized shipments, with exclusive use of a delivery vehicle. Call FedEx Custom Critical Support at 1.800.762.3787.

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Cost-effective options

FedEx Freight® Economy

Prioritize savings with delivery typically in 3-6 days. Ship to multiple North American destinations, including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Canada, and Mexico.

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Specialized and temperature-controlled freight shipping

Ship to or through your customer's door

With FedEx Freight Direct, you can ship medical equipment to hospitals, homes, and other medical facilities. You can even have freight delivered to a specific room.

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Add extra care for critical shipments of all sizes

High-value, specialized, or hazardous items require 24/7 support. FedEx Custom Critical offers quality management, custodial control, and security, whether you're shipping a parcel or pallets of freight.

  • Expedited service in a dedicated vehicle, with direct delivery
  • Specially trained agents and security service options
  • Real-time tracking
  • Compliance support, including an audit trail of your shipment

Ship within the U.S., and to and from Canada, Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Mexico City (and surrounding areas).

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Get temperature control that's on point

Find versatile and verifiable options for your cold chain needs, in transit and in storage.

  • Controlled Room Temperature (CRT): 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F)
  • Cool: 8°C to 15°C (46°F to 59°F)
  • Refrigerated: 2°C to 8°C (35°F to 46°F)
  • Frozen: -25°C to -10°C (-13°F to 14°F)
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Safeguard winter shipments

Ship cold-sensitive freight with our freeze protection services.

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Resources for the road ahead

Automate your freight shipping? Easy.

Whether you have a few shipments per day or hundreds, you can streamline the process.

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Connect with a care team

  • Reach out to your account rep.
  • Contact FedEx Freight Customer Support at 1.866.FXF.4LTL.
  • For specialized and temperature-sensitive solutions, call 1.800.762.3787.
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FAQs

What kinds of healthcare products can I ship with FedEx Freight and FedEx Custom Critical?
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You can ship many different products with FedEx Freight and FedEx Custom Critical. Here are some examples:

  • Diagnostic and sterilization machines
  • Beds and stretchers
  • Pallets of products that need to be assembled
  • Wheelchairs and walkers
  • Pharmaceuticals and biologics
  • Vaccines
  • Blood and serum

For more information, contact your FedEx Freight account rep. If you don't have one:

  • Call FedEx Freight Customer Support at 1.866.FXF.4LTL.
  • Call FedEx Freight Custom Critical Support at 1.800.762.3787.
Where can I have healthcare freight delivered?
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You can ship your products to customers in labs, hospitals, care facilities, and homes (even to a specific room) with FedEx Freight Direct or FedEx Custom Critical.
How quickly can my urgent freight be delivered?
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You can use FedEx Freight® Priority or FedEx Freight® Priority Plus for delivery in 1-3 days. FedEx Custom Critical is an expedited option for shipping high-value, specialized, or hazardous freight or parcels.
How does FedEx Freight handle temperature-sensitive items?
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FedEx Custom Critical offers temperature-controlled shipping options. Your shipment will be the only one on the truck, with exclusive user handling.

  • Controlled Room Temperature (CRT): 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F)
  • Cool: 8°C to 15°C (46°F to 59°F)
  • Refrigerated: 2°c to 8°C (35°F to 46"F)
  • Frozen: -25°C to -10°C (-13°F to 14°F)
How can I save on medical freight shipping?
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Need to balance shipping costs without compromising on reliability and expertise? FedEx Freight® Economy is an affordable shipping option with delivery in 3-6 days.
Does FedEx Freight ship medical equipment and pharmaceuticals internationally?
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Yes! You can ship to and from Canada and to and from Mexico with FedEx Freight Priority, FedEx Freight Priority Plus, and FedEx Freight Economy. Ship within the U.S., and to and from Canada, Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Mexico City (and surrounding areas) with FedEx Custom Critical.
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