Ziehm Imaging makes C-arms. That is essentially the whole business, and the focused product line shows in the engineering. Rather than managing a sprawling catalog across DR rooms, portables, and mammography, Ziehm puts its development resources into mobile surgical imaging, which gives the company a depth of surgical workflow knowledge that general-purpose imaging OEMs cannot always match. In an operating room, that specialization translates to C-arms that are built for the physical demands of surgical use, with flat-panel detector configurations, motorized isocentric movement, and OR suite integration that compare favorably to the GE OEC and Siemens Cios at the premium end of the market.
We finance the Ziehm Imaging C-arm product line, including the Ziehm Vision RFD flat-panel C-arm and the Ziehm Solo FD mobile C-arm for smaller surgical environments and procedure rooms. New and used Ziehm C-arms qualify, including units purchased from authorized dealers and the secondary biomedical market. Minimum transaction is $50,000 and we approve application-only up to roughly $400,000. Funding typically completes within one to two weeks.
Ziehm C-Arms We Finance
Ziehm Imaging's product line centers on two main platforms in the North American market.
Ziehm Vision RFD
The Vision RFD is Ziehm's premium flat-panel mobile C-arm, designed for demanding surgical applications including orthopaedic trauma, vascular and interventional procedures, and spinal surgery. RFD stands for Real-Time Flat-panel Detector, which distinguishes it from older image-intensifier based C-arms. The flat-panel configuration delivers superior image quality for fine catheter and guidewire visualization and for evaluating bone reduction during fracture repair. The Vision RFD also supports 3D rotational imaging with Ziehm's 3D mode, enabling cone-beam CT-quality reconstructions in the OR without transporting the patient to a CT suite. New Vision RFD pricing runs $150,000 to $250,000 depending on detector configuration and 3D software options.
Ziehm Solo FD
The Solo FD is a compact, flat-panel mobile C-arm positioned for general surgical and procedure room use. It is lighter and smaller than the Vision RFD, making it more maneuverable in tight OR spaces and well-suited for orthopedic and extremity procedures in outpatient settings. Pricing for a configured Solo FD typically runs $80,000 to $140,000, placing it in the application-only approval range for most buyers. The Solo FD is a direct competitor to the OrthoScan FD Pulse mini C-arm at the extremity end and to the lower-tier GE OEC and Siemens Cios offerings in its primary market.
Used and Refurbished Ziehm C-Arms
Ziehm C-arms have a strong secondary market, particularly for the Vision RFD and its predecessor, the Ziehm Vision Plus. Biomedical dealers and hospital disposal programs produce a steady supply of used Ziehm units at prices 30 to 50 percent below new. For orthopedic practices and ASCs that need a capable flat-panel C-arm but cannot justify the new price, a refurbished Vision RFD or Vision Plus is a common solution we finance regularly.
Buyers Who Finance Ziehm C-Arms
Ziehm C-arms appear in a consistent set of clinical environments, and the financing buyers reflect that deployment pattern.
Orthopedic surgery centers and ASCs are the primary Ziehm buyers. An orthopaedic ASC running three or four ORs needs at least one high-quality C-arm for implant placement verification, fracture reduction, and spine procedures. The ambulatory surgery center market has grown substantially as surgical reimbursement models shift cases out of hospital ORs, and C-arm demand has grown with it. We see consistent Ziehm financing from new ASCs equipping their first OR suite and from established centers adding a second C-arm to support expanded surgical volume.
Hospital orthopaedic departments adding a dedicated trauma C-arm. Trauma surgery departments often require a C-arm on standby for emergent fracture cases, and the Vision RFD's performance in complex pelvic and acetabular cases makes it a preferred choice at higher-volume trauma centers.
Pain management clinics using C-arm guidance for interventional procedures. Fluoroscopy-guided injections and nerve blocks benefit from precise real-time imaging, and practices that perform high volumes of guided procedures often prefer a dedicated C-arm to sharing time with a surgical suite. A Ziehm Solo FD is well-sized for procedure room use.
Orthopedic practices converting a procedure room for in-office fracture care and minor surgical procedures. This is a growing segment as orthopedic groups bring more cases in-house to capture facility fees. The orthopedic practice financing profile for a C-arm purchase typically looks like a strong revenue practice with limited debt service, which is a clean approval profile.
New Versus Used Ziehm C-Arms
The decision between new and used Ziehm equipment involves a few practical considerations specific to surgical imaging.
New Ziehm C-arms come with full manufacturer warranty and current software versions, which matter for two reasons: first, the image processing software on current-generation flat-panel C-arms is meaningfully better than earlier versions; second, a warranty protects against the significant repair costs that a failed flat-panel detector or motorized isocentric drive can create.
Used and refurbished Ziehm systems, particularly the Vision RFD and Vision Plus, offer strong value when purchased from a reputable dealer with a tested service record. For an ASC with tight capital, a certified refurbished Vision RFD at $90,000 to $130,000 versus a new unit at $200,000 or more is a substantial savings that is hard to ignore. Our used equipment financing for Ziehm C-arms requires a recent functional test report from the selling dealer and confirmation that the flat-panel detector is producing uniform images without dead pixel clusters. We do not require factory certification, but documentation of the system's functional status is essential.
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Finance a Ziehm C-Arm
We fund Ziehm Vision RFD, Ziehm Solo FD, and other Ziehm mobile C-arms for surgical suites, ASCs, and procedure rooms. New and used qualify. Minimum $50,000. Start with your quote and get terms back within one business day.
Related Financing Paths
Questions about Ziehm Imaging C-Arm Financing
Clear answers on equipment eligibility, documentation, timing, and the financing path before you send the full file.
Can I finance the Ziehm 3D rotational imaging software separately from the C-arm hardware?
If you purchased a Vision RFD without the 3D option and want to add it later, the software upgrade cost can be financed if it meets our minimum or is bundled with another purchase. Alternatively, including the 3D software at initial purchase and financing the full package is simpler and typically the better path if you know you will need the capability.
We are buying a used Ziehm Vision Plus from a hospital. Is that financeable?
Yes. Hospital surplus sales are a common source of quality used C-arms. We need documentation that the unit is functional, which can be a recent biomedical service report or a test image set demonstrating diagnostic quality. We do not require the hospital to provide an extended warranty. As long as the unit clears our functional documentation requirement and the transaction meets the minimum, we can fund it.
How does a Ziehm Vision RFD compare to a GE OEC Elite for an orthopaedic ASC?
Both are excellent flat-panel C-arms in the premium surgical imaging category. The GE OEC Elite has a broader installed base and name recognition in the US. The Vision RFD is engineered specifically for surgical use with a reputation for strong flat-panel image quality and an intuitive OR workflow. We finance both brands and can run payment quotes on each so you can compare at the monthly level, which is often more useful than sticker price comparison.
My ASC is two years old. Will that limit what I can finance for a C-arm?
Two years of operating history is generally enough for a straightforward C-arm purchase. We look at your bank statements to confirm consistent revenue and that the practice is running profitably. A two-year-old ASC with stable volume and no significant credit issues should qualify for standard terms. If the business is two years old but inherited from a prior practice entity, that history can sometimes be counted as well.
Can a pain management clinic finance a Ziehm Solo FD for a procedure room?
Yes. Pain management practices financing procedure room C-arms are a routine part of our book. We are familiar with the CPT billing structure for fluoroscopy-guided interventional pain procedures and understand the revenue model supporting C-arm repayment. A Solo FD at $80,000 to $140,000 is well within the application-only range, and pain management practices with established procedure volume have a straightforward approval path.
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