Hitachi Medical Systems America Announces Unique All-Inclusive Program for Scenaria SE 64/128 CT

Cleveland, Ohio (May 2, 2016) – Hitachi Medical Systems America, Inc., a leading provider of diagnostic imaging equipment announces its All-Inclusive Service and Support Program for its Premium Performance Scenaria SE 64/128-slice CT. Hitachi’s All-Inclusive program provides Hitachi’s latest Premium 128-slice CT equipment with 5 years All-Inclusive Support, providing an excellent value that addresses key economic challenges imposed by today’s value-based healthcare environment. Hitachi’s All-Inclusive program substantially reduces total 5 year cost, eliminates unbudgeted surprises and includes all the support elements that most buyers need, including 5 years of Service with on-line diagnostics and uptime guarantee, X-ray Tube replacement, continuing on-site Applications Training visits, Site Accreditation Support and more. “One of today’s greatest healthcare needs is achieving best value without compromising on product or support quality. Hitachi accomplishes that with our Scenaria CT All Inclusive program that lowers both cost and risk”, said Sheldon Schaffer, VP & General Manager MR/CT. “It’s well known that although the purchase of a product can be a bargain, you may pay dearly for the after-sales items. Imaging equipment purchasing can suffer from a similar dilemma where support costs mushroom over time and unplanned cost surprises occur. With Hitachi’s All-Inclusive program, your value purchase decision is best protected”, said Mark Silverman,Director of CT Marketing. About Hitachi Medical Systems America, Inc.Hitachi Medical Systems America, Inc. (HMSA) located in Twinsburg, Ohio, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Medical Corporation offers a broad range of diagnostic imaging equipment including MRI, CT and Ultrasound. Our innovations in diagnostic imaging provide technology that drives clinical solutions to deliver diagnostic confidence, improve workflow efficiency and provide a better patient experience. In addition to exceptional equipment, HMSA is known for its comprehensive customer support programs to maximize the lifecycle value of equipment through responsive service maintenance, significant softwareupgrades and on-going applications support. About Hitachi, Ltd.Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, delivers innovations that answer society’s challenges with our talented team and proven experience in global markets. The company’s consolidated revenues for fiscal 2014 (ended March 31, 2015) totaled 9,761 billion yen ($81.3 billion). Hitachi is focusing more than ever on the Social Innovation Business, whichincludes power & infrastructure systems, information & telecommunication systems, construction machinery, high functional materials & components, automotive systems, healthcare and others. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's website at http://www.hitachi.com.