Medical Waste Disposal in San Bernardino, CA

Safe, compliant, and efficient medical waste disposal is a top priority for any healthcare facility, and in San Bernardino, navigating both state and local regulations is key to protecting your patients, your staff, and your reputation. 

Whether you’re a small clinic or a large care center, our expert disposal services make staying compliant simple.

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Contact

In our initial call we’ll learn more about your facility and your medical waste management needs, and answer any questions about our pricing & services.

Agree

We’ll create a proposal that will outline our services, pricing, and schedule. If you’re happy with the proposal, you’ll sign the service agreement.

Ready?

You’ll receive an email from your account manager letting you know when we’ll arrive as well as your login information for your Compliance Program account.

Begin!

A MedWaste driver will collect any medical waste that you need to dispose of, and deliver any supplies that you ordered. He can also give you medical waste signs and stickers.

Hassle-free and contract-free

Hand over the headache. Let our team take care of your:

Medical
Waste

Biohazardous waste, sharps waste, pharmaceutical waste, pathology waste and trace-chemotherapy waste.

Sharps
Waste

Any medical waste that can
puncture, such as needles
or blades.

Biohazard
Waste

Any biologically
infectious waste.

Pharmaceutical
Waste

Biohazardous waste, sharps waste, pharmaceutical waste, pathology waste and trace-chemotherapy waste.

Pathology
Waste

Any medical waste that can
puncture, such as needles
or blades.

Trace-Chemotherapy Waste

Any biologically
infectious waste.

Let’s make it easy

Do it online

See your schedule and services

View and print your tracking documentation

Train and certify in OSHA and HIPPA courses

Pay your bills

“I’m happy with this company for so many reasons. Mainly because I don’t even have to think about it. We have so much to handle at the fire station. We call them when needed and they take care of everything accumulated from our runs and people dropping off their needles and medicine.”

Asher Clark

San Bernardino is home to numerous healthcare facilities, including the prominent Arrowhead Regional Medical Center and Community Hospital of San Bernardino, both of which offer a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, specialized treatments, and outpatient programs. In addition, the city features various urgent care centers, dental practices, and private clinics that serve its diverse and expanding population.

These facilities generate significant quantities of regulated medical waste, including sharps, biohazardous materials, and unused pharmaceuticals, all of which require specialized handling and disposal. Proper disposal not only ensures compliance with California regulations but also protects public health and the environment.

Full-Service Medical Waste Management You Can Rely On

Facilities across San Bernardino County are required to follow California’s Medical Waste Management Act (MWMA), in addition to federal standards like OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and EPA disposal guidelines. Our licensed disposal solutions help your facility:

• Remain compliant with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and local ordinances
• Avoid fines, penalties, or enforcement actions
• Improve internal waste handling procedures
• Simplify documentation and staff training

We handle the logistics so that you can focus on what matters most: caring for your community.

Serving Healthcare Facilities Throughout San Bernardino

Our flexible medical waste solutions are ideal for a range of facilities, including:

• Primary care and specialty clinics
• Skilled nursing and long-term care centers
• Outpatient surgery centers
• Laboratories and diagnostic sites
• Veterinary and dental practices
• Med spas and body art studios

Whether you’re generating small quantities of sharps or managing multiple types of waste streams, we’ll create a plan that fits your workflow and volume.

Local Compliance Expertise for San Bernardino County

Medical waste regulations can vary depending on city and county health department requirements. We’ll guide you through it all, including:

• Completion of your Medical Waste Management Plan
• Proper labeling, storage, and containment practices
• Employee training logs and compliance documentation
• Help preparing for audits or inspections

We stay current with San Bernardino County Department of Public Health requirements, so you don’t have to.

Environmentally Responsible Disposal

Even in more arid regions like San Bernardino, California’s focus on environmental sustainability is strong. That’s why we use eco-conscious disposal methods that:

• Avoid unnecessary incineration
• Reduce landfill dependency
• Offer non-hazardous pharmaceutical waste destruction options
• Promote safe, reusable systems where appropriate

You’ll get peace of mind knowing that your waste is disposed of responsibly, without compromising safety or compliance.

About San Bernardino, California

Founded in 1810 and incorporated in 1857, San Bernardino is one of California’s oldest cities. As the county seat of San Bernardino County, it serves as an economic and cultural hub for the Inland Empire. With a population of over 200,000, the city offers a mix of historic charm and modern amenities.

Interesting Facts About San Bernardino

• San Bernardino is home to the original McDonald’s restaurant, now a museum that celebrates the iconic fast-food chain’s history.
• The city hosts the annual National Orange Show, a celebration of the region’s citrus-growing heritage.
• San Bernardino’s Route 66 Rendezvous pays tribute to the historic “Mother Road,” which runs through the city.

MedWaste Management is honored to serve the healthcare providers of San Bernardino, contributing to the city’s health, safety, and sustainability through reliable and compliant medical waste disposal solutions..

Our Services

Waste collection and disposal for…

Hospices, Hospital, Nursing Facilities

Pharmacies, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Vets, Animal Shelters

Acupuncturists, Tattoo Shops, Permanent Makeup Solutions

Nursing Homes, Homeless Shelters

Dentists, Doctors and Surgery Centers

Department Stores, Malls, Businesses

Fire stations, Police Stations, Prisons

Rehab and Dialysis centers

Businesses, Clinics, Labs, Schools

Our Promise

Here’s what you can expect from the MedWaste service

Efficient
collection

Our friendly and professional drivers arrive at your facility to collect all of your medical waste. We replace filled reusable medical waste storage containers with clean, empty ones. We also collect disposable sharps containers and biohazard bags. 

Electronic
tracking

We use electronic tracking documents to keep track of the medical waste disposal process. You’ll get a copy of the signed tracking document via email immediately after the waste has been collected.

Secure
disposal

We transport the waste to approved treatment and disposal facilities. Biohazardous waste and sharps waste are sterilized, while pharmaceutical waste, pathological waste, and trace-chemo waste are incinerated. 

Easy
scheduling

Call us when you need a collection or schedule a regular pick up. 

Frequently asked questions

Have some questions before you get started?
Check out our FAQs below or call us 866.254.5105

Pricing, billing and terms

Scheduling and tracking

Will the price change?

Your price is guaranteed for 12 months from when you start services.

● You are never locked into a contract.
● You can change or cancel services at any time, without penalties or fees with a written notice.
● After 12 months, we have the right to increase pricing, with 30-day advance written notice.
● Any new pricing will be guaranteed for another 12 months.
● Price increases are not automatic or planned and are made on a case-by-case basis. In most cases, prices are not increased for a number of years.
● Our pricing for services is based on your location, the type of waste that you are generating, and how often you need services.

What’s the difference between a contract and a service agreement?

While your price for service is guaranteed for 12 months, you are never locked into a contract. Our service agreement is a document that details the services that MedWaste will provide along with the price that you can expect to pay.

It is not a locked contract, and you may cancel or change services at anytime without fees, penalties or damages. See a sample of the MedWaste service agreement that is currently in use here.

When do you bill for the service and how can invoices be paid?

MedWaste will send an invoice at month’s end for all services performed and products delivered during that month.

The invoice is due 15 days after its receipt. You will be asked if you’d like to receive your invoices through email or regular mail. All invoices can be paid with credit card or check.

Enroll in Autopay by completing and submitting an authorization form or by enrolling through your accounts online portal.

How often must my medical waste be collected?

According to the regulations in California:

– More than 20 pounds of biohazardous waste per month, you can store your medical waste onsite for up to seven days.
– Less than 20 pounds of biohazardous waste per month, you can store your medical waste onsite for up to 30 days.
– Storing your biohazardous waste at or below 32° Fahrenheit i.e. in a freezer, you can store your medical waste on-site for up to 90 days.
– Pharmaceutical waste that can be stored on site for up to 90 days from when the container is ready for disposal.
– The container should be emptied at least once per year according to medical waste regulations.
– Odor and storage considerations may require that you remove your waste more frequently.

What if we we’re scheduled for a collection but actually don’t have any waste that time?

If you don’t expect to have any medical waste for disposal when your service is scheduled to occur, give us 24 hours notice Monday through Friday and we will gladly skip that scheduled service. No service charges will apply.

What time do your pick-ups take place? What if we need a pick-up outside of your regular hours?

Most of MedWaste’s pick-ups occur between 7am and 4pm. However, MedWaste can usually accommodate facilities that need their waste collected earlier or later.

What if we need an extra pick-up between our scheduled pick-up times?

If you need an extra pick-up between your scheduled pick-up times, we are happy and able to help. Simply call or email us and we’ll quickly schedule your extra pick-up . Standard service charges will apply. 
MedWaste is flexible and we try to meet the individual scheduling needs of each of our customers.

Are there circumstances when a facility must remove waste more frequently?

Odor and storage considerations may require that you remove your waste more frequently.

What is a tracking document and how does it work?

In California, medical waste is tracked using approved documentation from the point of its creation until its treatment for disposal. MedWaste uses approved electronic medical waste tracking documents, a superb and compliant way to easily and accurately track medical waste.

When your medical waste is collected, our driver and your customer rep will sign a state-approved electronic tracking document on the driver’s mobile device. The electronic tracking document details the amounts and types of medical waste collected at that time. As soon as the tracking document is signed, it will be sent to you by email. It will also be permanently stored on your Compliance Program account, so you can view and print it at anytime.

When your medical waste is dropped off for treatment and disposal, you will be sent, and have access to, the updated tracking document that has the added signature of the treatment facility’s representative. The invoice that you receive for service (by mail or email), will detail the waste that was collected, and attest to, and certify, its proper treatment and destruction.

At any time you can view, download and print your past medical waste tracking documents by logging in to your Compliance Program. Your compliance program username and password are sent to you as soon as your account is created, and can be resent by request.

See a sample medical waste tracking document here.