UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549  FORM 10-Q  x
        QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934  For the quarterly period ended
        September30, 2005  o
        TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934  For the transition period from ___________ to ____________  Commission File Number0-23832  PSS WORLD MEDICAL, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)  Florida
        59-2280364(State or other jurisdiction
        (IRS Employerof incorporation or organization)
        Identification Number)4345 Southpoint Blvd.Jacksonville, Florida
        32216(Address of principal executive offices)
        (Zip code)Registrants telephone number
        (904) 332-3000   Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.  xYes o No  Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an accelerated filer (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).  xYes o No  The number of shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of the registrant outstanding as of November 4, 2005 was 65,962,227 shares.      PSS WORLD MEDICAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES  SEPTEMBER 30, 2005  TABLE OF CONTENTS Item
        
        PageInformation Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
        3PartIFinancial Information1.
        Financial Statements:Consolidated Balance SheetsSeptember 30, 2005 and April 1, 2005
        7Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Three and Six Months Ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004
        8Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Six Months Ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004
        9Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
        102.
        Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
        223.
        Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
        354.
        Controls and Procedures
        35PartII--Other Information1.
        Legal Proceedings
        362.
        Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
        364.
        Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
        376.
        Exhibits
        37Signature
        38   2     CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS Forward-Looking Statements Management may from time-to-time make written or oral forward-looking statements with respect to the Companys annual or long-term goals, including statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 1, 2005, Reports on Form 8-K, and reports to shareholders. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from historical earnings and those currently anticipated or projected. Management cautions readers not to place undue reliance on any of the Companys forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Words such as anticipates, expects, intends, plans, believes, seeks, estimates, may, could, and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q that involve risks and uncertainties include, without limitation: 
        the Companys consideration of whether to elect to settle the principal amount of its convertible senior notes in cash; 
        the Companys expectation to receive court approval related to the settlement of the securities class action lawsuit which is described in Note 10,Commitments and Contingencies; 
        managements belief that the ultimate outcome of the various other legal and administrative proceedings and claims that have arisen in the normal course of business will not have a material adverse effect on the Companys business, financial condition or results of operations; 
        managements belief that nursing home divestitures within the Elder Care Business may continue to impact fiscal year 2006 as large, national chain customers may continue to divest facilities located in states with high malpractice claims, insurance costs, and litigation exposure; 
        managements belief that ownership changes of national chain customers may impact net sales in future periods where the acquirer of an existing customer may not have a previous relationship with the Company; 
        managements expectation that gross profit as a percentage of net sales may decrease in future periods due to an expected increased sales volume of pharmaceutical products and diagnostic equipment in the Physician Business, which generate lower gross profit margins; 
        managements expectation that gross profit as a percentage of net sales may increase in future periods as a result of growth in ancillary billing services in the Elder Care Business; 
        managements belief that the Companys global sourcing strategy is expected to improve its cost competitiveness and increase its gross margins on certain products; 
        managements anticipation that rising fuel costs may negatively impact both the Physician Business and the Elder Care Business  gross margins, cost to deliver, or expected improvements in cost to deliver during the remainder of fiscal year 2006; 
        managements expectation that the results of the Internal Revenue Service audit of the Federal income tax returns for fiscal years 2002 and 2003 will not have a material impact on the financial condition or consolidated results of operations; 
        managements expectation that the remaining net operating loss generated as a result of the sale of the Imaging Business will be applied against regular taxable income during fiscal year 2006;  3   
        managements expectation that the overall growth in the business will be funded through a combination of cash flows from operating activities, borrowings under the revolving line of credit, capital markets, and/or other financing arrangements; and 
        managements belief that the Company may seek to retire its outstanding equity through cash purchases and/or reduce its debt and may also seek to issue additional debt or equity to meet its future liquidity requirements. In connection with the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, management is identifying important factors that could affect the Companys financial performance and could cause actual results for future periods to differ materially from any opinions or statements expressed with respect to future periods in any current statements. The Companys future results could be adversely affected by a variety of factors, including: 
        the Companys dependence on sophisticated data processing systems that may impact business operations if they fail to operate properly or not as anticipated; 
        the Elder Care Business implementation of the JD Edwards distribution and customer service modules may temporarily disrupt its operations; 
        the Companys net sales and operating results may fluctuate quarterly; 
        operational disruptions due to natural disasters, particularly in regions susceptible to hurricanes; 
        increasing, competitive pricing pressures on its sales to large nursing home chains and consolidating provider groups; 
        pricing and customer credit-quality pressures due to reduced spending budgets by healthcare providers; 
        government legislation or changes in government regulations that reduce Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement rates that may have an adverse impact on the Companys customers and potential customers in the elder care industry or the Companys ancillary billing services company; 
        the Elder Care Business dependence on a limited number of large customers; 
        the Elder Care Business ability to successfully restructure operations to remove operational and other
costs associated with revenue declines due to the loss of a large customer; 
        the viability of the Companys customers may be threatened by increasing costs of malpractice claims and liability insurance; 
        the Company may not be able to continue to compete successfully with other medical supply companies and direct manufacturers; 
        continued consolidation within the healthcare industry may lead to increased competition; 
        the expansion of the multi-tiered pricing structure may place the Company at a competitive disadvantage; 
        the Companys dependence on the availability of lower cost, multi-tiered pricing of products; 
        the Companys dependence on its ability to maintain good relations with vendors; 
        the loss of any significant unique distributorship agreements or the renegotiation of terms and conditions of existing agreements;  4  
        the Companys ability to hire and retain qualified sales representatives to continue its sales growth; 
        the Companys ability to retain the services of senior management; 
        the Companys failure to execute its business plan and strategies for growth; 
        the Companys operations and prospects in Asia, which are subject to significant political, economic and legal uncertainties; 
        the potential impact of foreign currency revaluation; 
        the operating costs of the Companys delivery fleet could increase due to fuel price fluctuations; 
        cost of goods sold may increase due to fuel surcharges from third parties; 
        the impact on customer relationships and related revenues as a result of implementing fuel surcharges to customers, effective October 1, 2005; 
        the significant investment in inventory may be exposed to risk of product obsolescence or market valuation; 
        business acquisitions may decrease existing shareholders percentage ownership in the Company and/or require the Company to incur additional debt; 
        various issues regarding integrating acquired companies within the business; 
        the Companys level of indebtedness, which may limit its ability to obtain financing in the future and may limit flexibility to react to market conditions; 
        volatility in the price of the Companys common stock and the trading value of the convertible senior notes; 
        tax legislative initiatives and potential interest and penalty exposure related to existing and future Internal Revenue Service audits; 
        litigation and liability exposure for existing and potential claims; 
        litigation risk exposure to product liability and other claims; 
        proprietary rights may infringe on the rights of third parties; 
        environmental claims; 
        failure to maintain an effective system of internal controls may impact the Companys ability to accurately report its financial results; 
        the Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws and Rights Agreement, and Florida law may inhibit a takeover of the Company; 
        the Companys business, marketing activities, and pricing are subject to review by Federal or state agencies; 
        failure to comply with Federal and state regulations pertaining to physical security, record-keeping, and required reporting related to the purchase, sale, and distribution of controlled and legend drugs;  5  
        failure to comply with Federal and state regulations pertaining to filing claims for health care reimbursement or changes in the interpretation of those requirements; 
        failure to comply with the United States Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and other laws; 
        the adoption of new accounting pronouncements or Securities and Exchange Commission rules and regulations, including the proposed amendment to Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 128,Earnings Per Share; 
        the ongoing costs of complying with the provisions of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act; 
        the Companys inability to obtain certain medical supplies and pharmaceuticals, including influenza vaccines due to vendor supply disruptions; 
        the potential negative impact on customer relationships and related revenues as a
result of partial or non-delivery of supply of the influenza vaccines, due to shortages; and 
        the potential for a change in a states legal system that would impact the enforceability of the non-solicitation covenants included in certain employee agreements. In addition, all forward-looking statements are qualified by and should be read in conjunction with the risks described or referred to in Item 7.Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, under the heading Risk Factors of the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 1, 2005 and in this Form 10-Q.  6   PARTI--FINANCIAL INFORMATION ITEM1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS  PSS WORLD MEDICAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS SEPTEMBER30, 2005 AND APRIL1, 2005 (Dollars in Thousands, Except ShareData) ASSETS September30, 2005
        
        April1,  2005(Unaudited)Current Assets:Cash and cash equivalents
        
        $
        17,466
        
        $
        17,888Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $11,417 and $9,605 as of September 30, 2005 and April 1, 2005, respectively
        
        
        213,585
        
        
        217,350Inventories
        
        
        136,450
        
        
        134,110Employee advances
        
        
        81
        
        
        82Deferred tax assets, net
        
        
        20,183
        
        
        29,014Prepaid expenses and other
        
        
        25,741
        
        
        19,369Total current assets
        
        
        413,506
        
        
        417,813Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation of $49,754 and $43,398 as of September 30, 2005 and April 1, 2005, respectively
        
        
        86,840
        
        
        81,105Other Assets:Goodwill
        
        
        103,420
        
        
        85,617Intangibles, net
        
        
        34,427
        
        
        21,858Deferred tax assets, net
        
        
        1,007
        
        
        811Other
        
        
        49,855
        
        
        39,154Total assets
        
        $
        689,055
        
        $
        646,358  LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS EQUITY  Current Liabilities:Accounts payable
        
        $
        118,953
        
        $
        109,649Accrued expenses
        
        
        33,196
        
        
        44,880Revolving line of credit and current portion of long-term debt
        
        
        27,786
        
        
        25,000Other
        
        
        11,883
        
        
        9,701Total current liabilities
        
        
        191,818
        
        
        189,230Long-term debt, excluding current portion
        
        
        151,113
        
        
        150,000Other noncurrent liabilities
        
        
        41,179
        
        
        30,310Total liabilities
        
        
        384,110
        
        
        369,540Commitments and contingencies (Notes 2, 4, 7, 8, 10, and 13)Shareholders Equity:Preferred stock, $.01 par value; 1,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued and outstanding
        
        
        
        
        
        Common stock, $.01 par value; 150,000,000 shares authorized, 65,956,208 and 64,961,682 shares issued and outstanding at September 30, 2005 and April 1, 2005, respectively
        
        
        659
        
        
        649Additional paid-in capital
        
        
        303,140
        
        
        292,208Accumulated earnings (deficit)
        
        
        4,366
        
        
        (14,559
        )Unearned compensation
        
        
        (3,375
        )
        
        (1,711
        )Accumulated other comprehensive income
        
        
        155
        
        
        231Total shareholders equity
        
        
        304,945
        
        
        276,818Total liabilities and shareholders equity
        
        $
        689,055
        
        $
        646,358  The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated statements.  7  PSS WORLD MEDICAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER30, 2005 AND OCTOBER1, 2004 (UNAUDITED) (Dollars in Thousands, Except Per Share Data)   For the Three Months Ended
        
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30,
2005
        
        October1,
2004
        
        September30,
2005
        
        October1,
2004Net sales
        
        $
        385,819
        
        $
        364,267
        
        $
        772,947
        
        $
        694,627Cost of goods sold
        
        
        273,512
        
        
        258,945
        
        
        550,166
        
        
        493,530Gross profit
        
        
        112,307
        
        
        105,322
        
        
        222,781
        
        
        201,097General and administrative expenses
        
        
        69,279
        
        
        64,300
        
        
        139,616
        
        
        125,247Selling expenses
        
        
        26,217
        
        
        24,625
        
        
        51,990
        
        
        48,079Income from operations
        
        
        16,811
        
        
        16,397
        
        
        31,175
        
        
        27,771Other (expense) income:Interest expense
        
        
        (1,358
        )
        
        (1,817
        )
        
        (2,867
        )
        
        (3,759
        )Interest and investment income
        
        
        111
        
        
        89
        
        
        210
        
        
        200Other income, net
        
        
        1,750
        
        
        252
        
        
        2,207
        
        
        595503
        
        
        (1,476
        )
        
        (450
        )
        
        (2,964
        )Income from continuing operations before provision for income taxes
        
        
        17,314
        
        
        14,921
        
        
        30,725
        
        
        24,807Provision for income taxes
        
        
        6,529
        
        
        6,149
        
        
        11,800
        
        
        10,111Income from continuing operations
        
        
        10,785
        
        
        8,772
        
        
        18,925
        
        
        14,696Loss on disposal of discontinued operations (net of benefit for income taxes of $1,042)
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        (1,708
        )Net income
        
        $
        10,785
        
        $
        8,772
        
        $
        18,925
        
        $
        12,988Earnings per share - Basic:Income from continuing operations
        
        $
        0.16
        
        $
        0.14
        
        $
        0.29
        
        $
        0.23Loss on disposal of discontinued operations
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        (0.03
        )Net income
        
        $
        0.16
        
        $
        0.14
        
        $
        0.29
        
        $
        0.20Earnings per share  Diluted:Income from continuing operations
        
        $
        0.16
        
        $
        0.13
        
        $
        0.29
        
        $
        0.22Loss on disposal of discontinued operations
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        (0.02
        )Net income
        
        $
        0.16
        
        $
        0.13
        
        $
        0.29
        
        $
        0.20    The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated statements.  8  PSS WORLD MEDICAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER30, 2005 AND OCTOBER1, 2004 (UNAUDITED) (Dollars in Thousands, Except Per Share Data) Six Months EndedSeptember30,
2005
        
        October1,
2004Cash Flows From Operating Activities:Net income
        
        $
        18,925
        
        $
        12,988Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:Loss on disposal of discontinued operations
        
        
        
        
        
        1,708Provision for deferred income taxes
        
        
        11,800
        
        
        10,111Depreciation
        
        
        6,784
        
        
        6,909Provision for doubtful accounts
        
        
        3,802
        
        
        3,014Amortization of intangible assets
        
        
        2,750
        
        
        1,771Amortization of debt issuance costs
        
        
        756
        
        
        1,144Provision for deferred compensation
        
        
        750
        
        
        537Noncash compensation expense
        
        
        587
        
        
        192Loss on sales of property and equipment
        
        
        154
        
        
        35Provision for note receivables
        
        
        (3,233
        )
        
        Other
        
        
        (2,267
        )
        
        Changes in operating assets and liabilities:Accounts receivable
        
        
        1,454
        
        
        (12,027
        )Inventories
        
        
        1,553
        
        
        (13,520
        )Prepaid expenses and other current assets
        
        
        (619
        )
        
        (1,252
        )Other assets
        
        
        (7,203
        )
        
        (3,887
        )Accounts payable
        
        
        5,465
        
        
        14,485Accrued expenses and other liabilities
        
        
        (5,833
        )
        
        3,370Net cash provided by operating activities
        
        
        35,625
        
        
        25,578Cash Flows From Investing Activities:Payment for business combination
        
        
        (34,805
        )
        
        (1,785
        )Capital expenditures
        
        
        (9,180
        )
        
        (10,735
        )Payments on nonsolicitation agreements
        
        
        (2,041
        )
        
        (2,882
        )Proceeds from sales of property and equipment
        
        
        33
        
        
        20Payment of transaction and settlement costs for sale of Imaging Business
        
        
        
        
        
        (4,854
        )Payments on noncompetition agreements
        
        
        
        
        
        (512
        )Other
        
        
        1,780
        
        
        Net cash used in investing activities
        
        
        (44,213
        )
        
        (20,748
        )Cash Flows From Financing Activities:Proceeds from issuance of common stock
        
        
        6,354
        
        
        1,751Net proceeds under the revolving line of credit
        
        
        2,256
        
        
        (10,000
        )Proceeds from note receivable
        
        
        279
        
        
        Payment of debt issuance costs
        
        
        (520
        )
        
        Payments under capital lease obligations
        
        
        (84
        )
        
        Purchase of treasury shares
        
        
        
        
        
        (9,918
        )Other
        
        
        (119
        )
        
        Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
        
        
        8,166
        
        
        (18,167
        )Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
        
        
        (422
        )
        
        (13,337
        )Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period
        
        
        17,888
        
        
        58,928Cash and cash equivalents, end of period
        
        $
        17,466
        
        $
        45,591   The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated statements.  9  PSS WORLD MEDICAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS SEPTEMBER30, 2005 AND OCTOBER1, 2004 (UNAUDITED) (Dollars in Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Data, Unless Otherwise Noted) 1.
        BACKGROUND AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION Basis of Presentation The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the rules and regulations of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC). Accordingly, certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) have been omitted pursuant to the SEC rules and regulations. The consolidated financial statements reflect, in the opinion of management, all adjustments necessary to present fairly the financial position and results of operations for the periods indicated. The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with GAAP and include the consolidated accounts of PSS World Medical, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiaries as well as a variable interest entity for which the Company is the primary beneficiary. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The consolidated balance sheet as of April 1, 2005 has been derived from the Companys audited consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended April 1, 2005. The financial statements and related notes included in this report should be read in conjunction with the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 1, 2005. The Company reports its year-end financial position, results of operations, and cash flows on the Friday closest to March 31. Fiscal years 2006 and 2005 consist of 52 weeks or 253 selling days. The Company reports its quarter-end financial position, results of operations, and cash flows on the Friday closest to month-end for those quarters in which physical inventories are taken and on the calendar month-end for those quarters in which physical inventories are not taken. During fiscal year 2006, physical inventories will be conducted on a quarterly basis. The three months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 consisted of 63 and 65 selling days, respectively. The six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 consisted of 127 selling days. The results of operations for the interim periods covered by this report may not be indicative of operating results for the full fiscal year or any other interim periods. Stock Repurchase Program On June 8, 2004, the Companys Board of Directors approved a stock repurchase program authorizing the Company, depending upon market conditions and other factors, to repurchase up to a maximum of 5% of its common stock, or approximately 3.2 million common shares, in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions, or otherwise. During the six months ended October 1, 2004, the Company repurchased approximately 1.0 million shares of common stock under this program at an average price of $9.91 per common share. At September 30, 2005, approximately 2.2 million shares were available to repurchase under this program. Statements of Cash Flows The Companys supplemental disclosures for the six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 were as follows:  10    Six Months EndedSeptember30,
2005
        
        October1,
2004Cash paid for:Interest
        
        $
        2,421
        
        $
        2,707Income taxes, net
        
        
        4,979
        
        
        580Noncash Activities:Operating Activities-Tax benefits related to stock option plans
        
        $
        1,861
        
        $
        764Investing Activities-Business combinations:Fair value of assets acquired
        
        
        9,244
        
        
        (122
        )Liabilities assumed
        
        
        9,466
        
        
        (21
        )Capital lease assets
        
        
        1,672
        
        
        Financing Activities-Capital lease obligation
        
        
        1,672
        
        
         Recent Accounting Pronouncements In October 2004, the EITF issued its consensus opinion on EITF Issue No. 04-8,The Effect of Contingently Convertible Debt on Diluted Earnings Per Share(EITF 04-8). EITF 04-8 requires that contingently convertible debt instruments with embedded conversion features that are contingent upon market price triggers be included in diluted earnings per share computations, if dilutive, regardless of whether the contingency has been met. The provisions of EITF 04-08 were effective for the quarterly period ended December 31, 2004. If the Companys stock price reaches $17.10, the dilutive effect of the Companys $150 million 2.25% convertible senior notes, which have an embedded conversion feature that is contingent upon a market price trigger, would be required to be reflected in diluted earnings
per share by application of the treasury stock method. By application of the treasury stock method, a range of approximately 0 to 1.5 million shares (at a stock price range of $17.10 (conversion price) to $20.51(market price trigger)) would be included in the weighted average common shares outstanding used in computing diluted earnings per share due to the Companys stated policy to settle the principal amount of the convertible senior notes in cash. However, the diluted earnings per share calculation may be further impacted if the proposed Statement of Financial Accounting Standards,Earnings Per Share, an amendment of FASB Statement No.128(SFAS 128(R)) is adopted. SFAS 128(R), which may be effective for financial statements for periods ending after June 15, 2006, would eliminate the provisions of SFAS No. 128,Earnings Per
Sharethat allows an entity to rebut the presumption that contracts with the option of settling in either cash or stock will be settled in stock. Therefore, SFAS 128(R) may eliminate the Companys ability to rely upon a stated policy to settle the principal amount of the Companys convertible senior notes in cash. If SFAS 128(R) becomes effective, the number of diluted weighted average shares outstanding will include approximately 8.8 million shares and earnings used to calculate diluted earnings per share would increase approximately $2.7 million (after tax) annually for the interest expense on the convertible senior notes. The Company may elect to settle the principal amount of its convertible senior notes in cash in accordance with the terms of the indenture. If such election is made, a range of approximately 0 to 1.5 million shares (at a stock price of $17.10 (conversion price) to $20.51(market price trigger)) will be included
in the weighted average common shares outstanding used in computing diluted earnings per share in accordance with the provisions of EITF 04-08.  11   2.
        PURCHASE BUSINESS COMBINATIONS The following acquisitions were accounted for under the purchase method of accounting in accordance with SFAS No. 141,Business Acquisitions(SFAS 141);accordingly, the operations of the acquired companies have been included in the Companys results of operations subsequent to the date of acquisition. The assets acquired and liabilities assumed were recorded at their estimated fair values at the date of the acquisition as determined by management based on information currently available. Supplemental unaudited pro forma information, assuming these acquisitions were made at the beginning of the immediate preceding period, is not presented as the results would not differ materially from the amounts reported in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. Fiscal Year 2006 On September 30, the Physician Business acquired all of the outstanding common stock of Southern Anesthesia & Surgical, Inc. (SAS). Under the terms of the stock purchase agreement, the Company made a joint election with the seller to treat the transaction as a purchase of assets in accordance with Section 338(h)(10) of the Internal Revenue Code. SAS distributes controlled and non-controlled pharmaceuticals and medical supplies to office-based physicians and surgery centers in all 50 states. SAS expertise in the distribution of controlled pharmaceutical products will increase the Physician Business overall competency and effectiveness in serving the physician market. The maximum aggregate purchase price is approximately $34,000 subject to certain adjustments, of which approximately $31,000 was paid in cash at closing. The remaining $3,000, which has been has been accrued for in the accompanying balance sheet, will be paid by the Company, net of any amounts payable to the Company in respect of indemnity claims that arise under the purchase agreement, at the earlier of the end of the indemnity period of 18 months or when all indemnity claims are resolved. The purchase price may be adjusted based on the actual working capital at closing compared to the target working capital defined in the purchase agreement. As a result, a receivable due from the sellers of approximately $2,250 has been recorded in the accompanying balance sheet. In addition, additional purchase price may be paid to the sellers (earnout payments) in amounts equal to 40% of the net
profit realized from certain sales of products in the three, twelve-month periods ending on the first, second, and third anniversaries of the closing date. Goodwill of $16,982 was assigned to the Physician Business and is expected to be deductible for tax
purposes. Based on the preliminary purchase price allocation, acquired intangible assets were approximately $13,076, of which $6,200,
$1,046, $300, and $130 was assigned to customer relationships, nonsolicitation agreements, noncompete agreements, and other
intangibles, respectively. These acquired intangible assets had a weighted-average useful life of approximately 10.8 years as of the
date of acquisition. The remaining $5,400 of acquired intangible assets was assigned to the SAS trade name, which has an indefinite
life and will not be amortized. Fiscal Year 2005 On October 7, 2004, the Elder Care Business acquired certain assets and assumed certain liabilities of a long-term care medical supply distributor and ancillary billing service provider. The aggregate purchase price, which was subject to certain adjustments as set forth in the purchase agreement, was approximately $26,887 (net of cash acquired) of which approximately $22,682 was paid during fiscal year 2005. A cash payment of $4,205, which primarily related to meeting the minimum revenue thresholds, was made during the six months ended September 30, 2005. 3.
        GOODWILL The change in the carrying value of goodwill during the six months ended September 30, 2005 is as follows:  12  Physician Business
        Elder Care Business
        Corporate Shared Services
        TotalBalance as of April 1, 2005
        $  9,788
        $75,080
        $749
        $  85,617Purchase business combination
        16,982
        --
        --
        16,982Purchase price allocation adjustments
        --
        821
        --
        821Balance as of September 30, 2005
        $26,770
        $75,901
        $749
        $103,420 The Company performs its annual impairment test for each reporting unit on the last day of each fiscal year. Because the fair value of the reporting units exceeded the carrying amount of the goodwill, there was no impairment at April 1, 2005. 4.
        INTANGIBLES The following table summarizes the gross carrying amount and accumulated amortization for existing intangible assets subject to amortization by business segment and major asset class. As ofSeptember30, 2005
        April1, 2005Gross Carrying Amount
        Accumulated Amortization
        Net
        Gross Carrying Amount
        Accumulated Amortization
        NetCustomer Relationships:Physician Business
        $ 8,112
        $(1,370)
        $  6,742
        $ 2,463
        $  (1,854)
        $    609Elder Care Business
        12,792
        (2,887)
        9,905
        12,791
        (1,973)
        10,81820,904
        (4,257)
        16,647
        15,254
        (3,827)
        11,427Nonsolicitation Agreements:Physician Business
        10,164
        (1,043)
        9,121
        7,077
        (470)
        6,607Elder Care Business
        516
        (68)
        448
        521
        (33)
        48810,680
        (1,111)
        9,569
        7,598
        (503)
        7,095Noncompetition Agreements:Physician Business
        1,513
        (672)
        841
        2,630
        (1,975)
        655Elder Care Business
        1,720
        (1,296)
        424
        3,255
        (2,429)
        826Corporate Shared Services
        441
        (386)
        55
        441
        (314)
        1273,674
        (2,354)
        1,320
        6,326
        (4,718)
        1,608Signing Bonuses:Physician Business
        1,648
        (888)
        760
        1,985
        (1,147)
        838Elder Care Business
        618
        (412)
        206
        618
        (204)
        4142,266
        (1,300)
        966
        2,603
        (1,351)
        1,252Other Intangibles:Physician Business
        130
        --
        130
        --
        --
        --Elder Care Business
        538
        (332)
        206
        538
        (278)
        260Corporate Shared Services
        225
        (36)
        189
        225
        (9)
        216893
        (368)
        525
        763
        (287)
        476Total intangible assets subject to amortization
        38,417
        (9,390)
        29,027
        32,544
        (10,686)
        21,858Tradename:Physician Business
        5,400
        --
        5,400
        --
        --
        --Total unamortized intangible assets
        5,400
        --
        5,400
        --
        --
        --Total intangible assets
        $43,817
        $(9,390)
        $34,427
        $32,544
        $(10,686)
        $21,858 Total amortization of intangible assets for the three months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 was $1,389, and $934, respectively. Total amortization of intangible assets for the six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 was $2,750, and $1,771, respectively. The estimated amortization expense for the next five fiscal years is as follows: 13  Fiscal Year:2006 (remaining 6 months)
        $  2,7602007
        5,0182008
        4,4462009
        4,0532010
        3,567Thereafter
        9,183Total
        $29,027 The remaining weighted-average amortization period, in total and by major asset class, is as follows: (in years)
        September30,
2005
        April 1,
2005Customer Relationships
        7.9
        5.9Nonsolicitation Agreements
        8.7
        9.4Noncompetition Agreements
        2.3
        2.1Signing Bonuses
        2.6
        2.5Other Intangibles
        3.3
        3.1Total weighted-average period
        7.6
        6.5  Future minimum payments required under noncompetition agreements at September 30, 2005 are as follows: Fiscal Year:2006 (remaining 6 months)
        $3312007
        362008
        302009
        282010
        28Thereafter
        56Total
        $509 5.
        EARNINGS PER SHARE Basic and diluted earnings per share are presented in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 128,Earnings Per Share. Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted average number of common and common equivalent shares outstanding during the period adjusted for the potential dilutive effect of stock options and restricted stock using the treasury stock method and the conversion of the convertible senior notes if the conditions that would permit conversion have been satisfied. Common equivalent shares are excluded from the computation in periods in which they have an antidilutive effect.  14  The effect of the assumed conversion of the $150 million convertible senior notes, which were issued in March 2004, has been excluded from diluted earnings per share for the three and six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004, because none of the conditions that would permit conversion were satisfied during the period and the Companys stock price did not reach the applicable conversion price of $17.10. The Companys stated policy is to satisfy the Companys obligation upon a conversion of the notes first, in cash, in an amount equal to the principal amount of the notes converted and second, in shares of the Companys common stock, to satisfy the remainder, if any, of the Companys conversion obligation. If the Companys stock price reaches $17.10, the dilutive effect of the convertible notes will be reflected in diluted
earnings per share by application of the treasury stock method. By application of the treasury stock method, a range of approximately 0 to 1.5 million shares (at a stock price range of $17.10 (conversion price) to $20.51(market price trigger)) will be included in the weighted average common shares outstanding used in computing diluted earnings per share because of the Companys stated policy to settle the principal amount of the convertible senior notes in cash. The following table sets forth computational data for the denominator in the basic and diluted earnings per share calculation for the three and six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004: For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30,
2005
        October1,
2004
        September30,
2005
        October1,
2004Weighted average shares outstanding:Common shares
        65,392
        64,358
        65,143
        64,605Assumed exercise of stock options (a)
        1,030
        897
        973
        1,036Actual and assumed vesting of restricted stock
        65
        12
        72
        14Diluted shares outstanding
        66,487
        65,267
        66,188
        65,655 (a)
        Options to purchase approximately 1,010 and 1,996 shares of common stock that were outstanding at September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004, respectively, were not included in the computation of diluted earnings per share for each of the respective periods because the options exercise prices exceeded the fair market value of the Companys common stock. 6.
        COMPREHENSIVE INCOME Comprehensive income represents all changes in equity of an enterprise that result from recognized transactions and other economic events during the period. Other comprehensive income (loss) refers to revenues, expenses, gains, and losses that under GAAP are included in comprehensive income but excluded from net income, such as the unrealized gain or loss on the interest rate swap. The following table details the components of comprehensive income for the periods presented.  Three Months Ended
        
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30,2005
        
        October1, 2004
        
        September30,2005
        
        October1, 2004Net income
        
        $
        10,785
        
        $
        8,772
        
        $
        18,925
        
        $
        12,988Other comprehensive (loss) income:Unrealized (loss) gain on interest rate swap, net of tax
        
        
        (32
        )
        
        (144
        )
        
        (77
        )
        
        105Comprehensive income
        
        $
        10,753
        
        $
        8,628
        
        $
        18,848
        
        $
        13,093   15   7.
        STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION Stock-based awards are accounted for using the intrinsic-value recognition and measurement principles of Accounting Principles Board (APB) Opinion No. 25,Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees(APB 25), and related interpretations. The intrinsic value method of accounting results in compensation expense to the extent option exercise prices are set below the current market price of the underlying stock on the date of grant. The following table summarizes relevant information as if the fair value recognition provisions of SFAS No. 123,Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation(SFAS 123), as amended by SFAS No. 148,Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation-Transition and Disclosure(SFAS 148) had been applied to all outstanding and unvested stock-based awards in each period. For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember 30,
2005
        October1,
2004
        September 30,
2005
        October1,
2004Net income, as reported
        $10,785
        $8,772
        $18,925
        $12,988Stock-based employee compensation expense included in reported net income, net of related tax effects
        158
        66
        277
        78Total stock-based employee compensation expense determined under fair value based method for all awards, net of related tax effects
        (158)
        (705)
        (277)
        (1,328)Pro forma net income
        $10,785
        $8,133
        $18,925
        $11,738Earnings per share  Basic:As reported
        $0.16
        $0.14
        $0.29
        $0.20Pro forma
        $0.16
        $0.13
        $0.29
        $0.18Earnings per share  Diluted:As reported
        $0.16
        $0.13
        $0.29
        $0.20Pro forma
        $0.16
        $0.12
        $0.29
        $0.18 On June 7, 2004, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors approved an amendment to all outstanding stock options granted to employees. This amendment accelerated the vesting of all unvested stock options outstanding as of April 1, 2005, which is prior to the effective date of SFAS No. 123 (Revised 2004),Share-Based Payment(SFAS 123(R)). The Company took this action to reduce compensation expense in future periods in light of SFAS 123(R), which is effective for the Company on April 1, 2006. Under SFAS 123(R), the Company estimated that a compensation charge of approximately $2,833, net of tax, would have been recorded in future periods if the vesting of the stock options was not accelerated. As a result of the acceleration, the Company recognized a contingent compensation expense
equal to the difference between the fair market value of the common stock on the modification date and the option exercise price for the estimated number of options that, absent the acceleration, would have expired unexercisable as a result of the termination of the holders employment prior to the original vesting dates of the options. As of September 30, 2005, the maximum stock-based compensation expense would be approximately $1,869 if all holders benefited from this amendment with respect to outstanding options. Since June 7, 2004, the date the options were modified, the Company has estimated and recognized compensation expense of approximately $145 based on its historical option forfeiture rate. This liability may be adjusted in future periods based on actual experience and changes in management assumptions. For pro forma disclosure requirements under SFAS 148, the Company recognized approximately $4,562 of stock-based compensation during fiscal year 2005 for
all options whose vesting was accelerated.  16   8.
        DEBT Debt consists of the following: As ofSeptember30,
2005
        April1,
20052.25% convertible senior notes
        $150,000
        $150,000Revolving line of credit
        27,256
        25,000Capital lease obligations
        1,643
        --Total debt
        178,899
        175,000Less:  Current portion of long-term debt
        27,786
        --Long-term debt
        $151,113
        $175,000 Revolving Line of Credit  The Company maintains an asset-based revolving line of credit (the Credit Agreement), which matures on June 30, 2010 and permits maximum borrowings of up to $200 million, which may be increased to $250 million at the Companys discretion. Availability of borrowings (Availability) depends upon a borrowing base
calculation consisting of accounts receivable and inventory, subject to satisfaction of certain eligibility requirements less any outstanding letters of credit. Borrowings under the revolving line of credit bear interest at the Banks prime rate plus an applicable margin based on Availability, or at LIBOR plus an applicable margin based on Availability. Additionally, the Credit Agreement bears interest at a fixed rate of 0.25% for any unused portion of the facility. Under the Credit Agreement, the Company and its subsidiaries are subject to certain covenants, including but not limited to, limitations on (i) paying dividends and repurchasing stock, (ii) selling or transferring assets, (iii) making certain investments including acquisitions, (iv) incurring additional indebtedness and liens, and (v) annual capital expenditures. However, these covenants may not
apply if the Company maintains sufficient Availability under the credit facility. Borrowings under the revolving line of credit are anticipated to fund future requirements for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions, and the issuance of letters of credit. Although the Credit Agreement expires on June 30, 2010, the revolving line of credit is classified as a current liability in accordance with Emerging Issues Task Force No. 95-22,Balance Sheet Classification of Borrowings Outstanding under Revolving Credit Agreements That Include both a Subjective Acceleration Clause and a Lock-Box Arrangement.The Company is not obligated to repay or refinance amounts outstanding under the revolving line of credit until June 30, 2010. As of September 30, 2005, the Company had outstanding borrowings of $27,000 and outstanding letters of credit in the amount of $256. After reducing Availability for outstanding borrowings and letter of credit commitments, the Company had sufficient assets based on eligible accounts receivable and inventory to borrow up to $172.4 million (excluding the additional increase of $50 million) under the revolving line of credit. The average daily interest rate, excluding debt issuance costs and unused line fees, for the three months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 was 3.40% and 3.26%, respectively. The average daily interest rate, excluding debt issuance costs and unused line fees, for the six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 was 3.84% and 3.82%, respectively. From time-to-time, the Company has amended the Credit Agreement to meet specific business objectives and requirements. The Credit Agreement, originally dated May 20, 2003, was amended on July 1, 2005. This amendment (i) extended the term of the agreement to June 30, 2010, (ii) created a feature to expand and increase the maximum borrowings to $250 million at the discretion of the Company, (iii) increased the advance rates for accounts receivable and inventory, (iv) eased the covenant restrictions described above when excess Availability is greater than $50 million, (v) implemented a fixed charge coverage ratio covenant when Availability is less than $40 million, (vi) set the determination of applicable margin level for Base Rate loans and LIBOR loans to Availability rather than a funded debt to earnings before interest, taxes,
depreciation and amortization ratio, (vii) reduced the unused line fee from 0.375% to 0.25%, and (viii) increased the letter of credit sub-facility from $15 million to $20 million.  17   Capital Lease Obligations The Company leases various equipment under thirty-nine month leases at an aggregate annual rental of approximately $564. The equipment has been capitalized at its fair market value of $1,672, which approximates the present value of the minimum lease payments. The following table is a schedule by year of future minimum lease payments under capital leases, together with the present value of the net minimum lease payments as of September 30, 2005. Fiscal Year:2006 (remaining 6 months)
        
        $
        3322007
        
        
        5642008
        
        
        5642009
        
        
        329Total minimum lease payments
        
        
        1,789Less:  amount representing interest
        
        
        146Present value of net minimum lease payments
        
        $
        1,643  9.
        SEGMENT INFORMATION The Companys reportable segments are strategic businesses that offer different products to different segments of the healthcare industry, and are the basis on which management regularly evaluates the Company. These segments are managed separately because of different customers and products. See Note 1, Background and Basis of Presentation, for descriptive information about the Companys operating segments. The Company primarily evaluates the operating performance of its segments based on net sales and income from operations. Corporate Shared Services allocates amounts to the two operating segments for general corporate overhead costs and intercompany interest expense. The corporate overhead allocation is generally proportional to the revenues of each operating segment. Intercompany interest is allocated based on (i) an
internally calculated carrying value of historical capital used to acquire or develop the operating segments operations and (ii) budgeted operating cash flow. The following table presents financial information about the Companys business segments:  For the Three Months Ended
        
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember 30, 2005
        
        October1, 2004
        
        September 30, 2005
        
        October1, 2004NET SALES:Physician Business
        
        $
        255,422
        
        $
        237,370
        
        $
        505,965
        
        $
        454,075Elder Care Business
        
        
        130,397
        
        
        126,897
        
        
        266,982
        
        
        240,552Total net sales
        
        $
        385,819
        
        $
        364,267
        
        $
        772,947
        
        $
        694,627INCOME FROM OPERATIONS:Physician Business
        
        $
        17,574
        
        $
        14,578
        
        $
        31,844
        
        $
        26,129Elder Care Business
        
        
        4,257
        
        
        6,112
        
        
        7,889
        
        
        10,445Corporate Shared Services
        
        
        (5,020
        )
        
        (4,293
        )
        
        (8,558
        )
        
        (8,803
        )Total income from operations
        
        $
        16,811
        
        $
        16,397
        
        $
        31,175
        
        $
        27,771    18   As ofSeptember 30, 2005
        April1, 2005ASSETS:Physician Business
        $350,897
        $314,437Elder Care Business
        258,687
        257,024Corporate Shared Services
        79,471
        74,897Total assets
        $689,055
        $646,358 10.
        COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES Settlement of Litigation In May, 1998, the Company and certain of its current and former officers and directors were named as defendants in a securities class action lawsuit entitledJack Hirschv. PSS World Medical, Inc., et al., Civil Action No. 3:98-CV 502-J-32TEM. On September 9, 2005, the parties filed a Joint Motion for Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlement, which reflected the settlement reached by all the parties to the litigation for a cash payment of $16.5 million, of which approximately $13.2 million will be recovered through existing insurance policies. A $3.3 million pre-tax reserve to cover the uninsured losses relating to this matter has been recorded in the accompanying balance sheet as of September 30, 2005. A hearing on the Joint Motion for Preliminary
Approval of Class Action Settlement was held on October 7, 2005. The final fairness hearing has been set for December 20, 2005. The lawsuit alleged that the defendants engaged in violations of Sections 14(a) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act and SEC Rule 14a-9. The allegations referenced a decline in the
Companys stock price following an announcement by the Company in May 1998 regarding the Gulf South Medical Supply, Inc. merger. The Company is also a party to various other legal and administrative proceedings and claims arising in the normal course of business. While any litigation contains an element of uncertainty, the Company, after consultation with outside legal counsel, believes that the outcome of such other proceedings or claims which are pending or known to be threatened will not have a material adverse effect on the Companys consolidated financial position, liquidity, or results of operations. The Company has various insurance policies, including product liability insurance, covering risks and in amounts it considers adequate. In many cases in which the Company has been sued in connection with products manufactured by others, the Company is provided indemnification by the manufacturer. There can be no assurance that the insurance coverage maintained by the Company is sufficient or will be available in adequate amounts or at a reasonable cost, or that indemnification agreements will provide adequate protection for the Company. Commitments and Other Contingencies The Company has employment agreements with certain executive officers which provide that in the event of their termination or resignation, under certain conditions, the Company may be required to pay severance to the executive officers in amounts ranging from one-fourth to two times their base salary and target annual bonus. In the event that a termination or resignation follows or is in connection with a change in control, the Company may be required to pay severance to the executive officers in amounts ranging from three-fourths to three times their base salary and target annual bonus. The Company may also be required to continue welfare benefit plan coverage for the executive officers following a termination or resignation for a period ranging from three months to three years. If the Physician Business or the Elder Care Business were to terminate a contract with a private label vendor for any reason, the Company may be required to purchase the remaining inventory of private label products from the vendor, provided that, in no event would the Company be required to purchase quantities of such products which exceed the aggregate amount of such products ordered by the Company in the ninety day period immediately preceding the date of termination. As of September 30, 2005, the Company has not terminated any contracts with a private label vendor that had a material impact to the Companys results of operations and financial condition.  19  11.
        NOTES RECEIVABLE The Company has two notes receivable (the Loans) outstanding from its former chairman and chief executive officer, which bear interest at the applicable Federal rate for long-term obligations. One Loan is unsecured and the other Loan is secured by a split-dollar life insurance policy. During fiscal year 2003, the Company recorded an allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,939 against the unsecured Loan. On June 30, 2005, the Company received a cash interest payment of $278 that was due on the unsecured Loan. As of September 30, 2005, there were no past due principal or interest payments outstanding under the Loans. As part of the Companys ongoing review of the realization of the Loans, the Company determined during the three months ended July 1, 2005 that the allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,939, or $1,825 net of income taxes, was no longer required for the unsecured loan. 12.
        DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS On September 26, 2002, the Companys Board of Directors adopted a plan to dispose of the Imaging Business, reflecting a strategic decision by management to focus the Companys efforts on its Physician and Elder Care Businesses. Accordingly, the results of operations of the Imaging Business and the loss on disposal of discontinued operations were classified as discontinued operations in accordance with SFAS 144. On November 18, 2002, the Company completed the sale of the DI to Imaging Acquisition Corporation (the Buyer), a wholly owned subsidiary of Platinum Equity, LLC, a private equity firm (Platinum). The sale was completed pursuant to a Stock Purchase Agreement, dated as of October 28, 2002, among the Company, the Buyer, and Platinum, as amended on November 18, 2002 (the Stock
Purchase Agreement). Under the Stock Purchase Agreement, the purchase price was $45,000 less (i) an adjustment for any change in net asset value from the initial net asset value target date and (ii) an adjustment for any change in the net cash from the initial net cash target date (collectively Purchase Price). On March 14, 2003, the Company received a letter from the Buyer claiming a Purchase Price adjustment of $32,257. The claimed Purchase Price adjustment was based on an accounting of the net asset statement as of the closing date, which was delivered to the Buyer in January 2003. Pursuant to the terms of the Stock Purchase Agreement, the matter was referred to an independent accounting firm of national reputation for arbitration. Subsequent to March 14, 2003, the Buyer provided an adjusted claim to the arbitrator claiming a purchase price adjustment of $28,222. During the three months ended June 30, 2004, the arbitrator ruled in favor of the Buyer for a purchase price adjustment of $1,821. As a result of the final ruling from the arbitrator, the Company paid approximately $4,279 of settlement costs to the Buyer during fiscal year 2005. During the settlement process,
management estimated the net asset adjustment based on available information and revised its estimate on a quarterly basis, if needed. The cash proceeds received during fiscal year 2003 were reduced by approximately $10,219 for transaction and settlement costs that were paid during fiscal years 2005, 2004, and 2003. Approximately $4,854 of transaction and settlement costs were paid during the six months ended October 1, 2004. The pretax loss on disposal of discontinued operations recorded during the six months ended October 1, 2004 represented (i) a true-up of managements estimated net asset adjustment to the actual net asset adjustment as indicated in the arbitrators final ruling of $1,821, (ii) interest of $458, and (iii) legal and professional fees of $471. The loss on disposal of discontinued operations for the three and six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 is as follows: For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember 30,
2005
        October1,
2004
        September 30,
2005
        October1,
2004Pretax loss on disposal of discontinued operations
        $--
        $--
        $--
        $(2,750)Benefit for income taxes
        --
        --
        --
        1,042Loss on disposal of discontinued operations
        $--
        $--
        $--
        $(1,708) 20  13.
        SUBSEQUENT EVENT On October 31, 2005, the Company acquired certain assets and assumed certain liabilities of Clinical Support Services, Inc. (CSSI), a California-based medical billing and recovery services company offering services to facilities-based healthcare providers in California. As part of the Elder Care Business, CSSI will continue to focus on growth of its medical billing services programs within California and will be integrated into the Part B billing operations based in Tennessee.    21  ITEM2.
        MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS THE COMPANY PSS World Medical, Inc. (the Company or PSSI), a Florida corporation which began operations in 1983, is a specialty marketer and distributor of medical products, equipment, and pharmaceutical related products to alternate-site healthcare providers including physician offices, long-term care facilities, and home care providers through 41 full-service distribution centers and 3 redistribution facilities that are shared between the Physician and Elder Care Businesses, which serve all 50 states throughout the United States. PSSI is a leader in the two market segments it serves as a result of value-added, solution-based marketing programs, a customer differentiated distribution and service model, a consultative sales force with extensive product knowledge, unique arrangements with product manufacturers, innovative information systems, and a culture of performance. The
Company is focused on improving business operations and management processes, maximizing its core distribution capability and efficiency, and developing and implementing innovative marketing strategies. In addition, the Company has recently made several acquisitions to broaden its reach and leverage its infrastructure and may continue to make acquisitions in the future. The Company currently conducts business through two operating segments, the Physician Business and the Elder Care Business. These strategic segments serve a diverse customer base. Historically, the Company conducted business under a third operating segment, the Imaging Business. On November 18, 2002, the Company completed the sale of the Imaging Business, or the Diagnostic Imaging, Inc. subsidiary (DI), a distributor of medical diagnostic imaging supplies, chemicals, equipment, and services to the acute and alternate-care markets in the United States of America. EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW There were three major events that took place during the three months ended September 30, 2005:  the disruption from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the settlement of the class action lawsuit entitledJack Hirschv. PSS World Medical, Inc.,and the acquisition of Southern Anesthesia & Surgical, Inc. Hurricanes Katrina and Rita During the second quarter of fiscal year 2006, Hurricanes Katrina and Rita struck Florida and the Gulf Coast region of the United States, causing significant interruptions to both the Physician and Elder Care Businesses and severe damage to the Physician Business full-service distribution center located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Companys operations throughout the affected areas have been and continue to be negatively impacted by the hurricanes and their aftermath. Additionally, the Company has experienced increased costs since the hurricanes, such as higher fuel prices, increased freight expenses, and employee assistance expenses. The Company has made every effort to reposition assets and employees from the New Orleans distribution center to other locations while maintaining our level of service to our customers. The New Orleans distribution center is expected to re-open during the third quarter of fiscal 2006. During the three months ended September 30, 2005, the Company recorded a charge of approximately $1.1 million ($0.7 million at the Physician Business, $0.3 million at the Elder Care Business, and $0.1 million at Corporate Shared Services) primarily related to (i) an estimated reserve for bad debts; (ii) an estimated reserve for the loss of inventory, net of insurance recoveries, and (iii) employee assistance expenses. Approximately $0.8 million of the charge was included in general and administrative expenses and the remainder was recorded in cost of goods sold. Management is continuing to evaluate the total impact to the Company of the hurricanes. Management intends to seek recovery of amounts from insurance providers for business interruption and other items, but at this time no recovery amounts have been recorded since the ultimate outcome of these claims is unknown. 22  Settlement of the Class Action Lawsuit On September 9, 2005, the Company and all other defendants reached an agreement with the plaintiff and the certified class of persons who held Company common stock on March 26, 1998 to settle all claims alleged in the class action lawsuit entitledJack Hirschv. PSS World Medical, Inc., et al., Civil Action No. 3:98-CV 502-J-32TEM. The settlement agreement between the plaintiffs, the Company, and the other defendants requires the Company to make an aggregate payment of $16.5 million into a settlement fund (the Settlement Fund) to be used, among other things, to pay the fees and expenses of plaintiffs counsel, the costs of administering the Settlement Fund, and the plaintiffs. Approximately $13.2 million of the $16.5 million will be recovered through existing
insurance policies. The Company had previously established a $2.6 million pre-tax reserve to cover potential uninsured losses relating to this matter in previous periods and recorded a charge of approximately $0.8 million during the three months ended September 30, 2005 to cover the remaining liability related to the settlement and legal fees. Acquisition of Southern Anesthesia & Surgical, Inc. On September 30, the Physician Business acquired all of the outstanding common stock of Southern Anesthesia & Surgical, Inc. (SAS). Under the terms of the stock purchase agreement, the Company made a joint election with the seller to treat the transaction as a purchase of assets in accordance with Section 338(h)(10) of the Internal Revenue Code. The maximum aggregate purchase price is approximately $34.0 million subject to certain adjustments as set forth in the purchase agreement, of which approximately $31.0 million was paid in cash at closing. SAS distributes controlled and non-controlled pharmaceuticals and medical supplies to office-based physicians and surgery centers in all 50 states. SAS expertise in the distribution of controlled pharmaceutical products strengthens the Physician Business sales force, accelerates the penetration into the pharmaceutical market
segment, improves the service offering to the physician customers, and will increase the Physician Business overall competency and effectiveness in serving the pharmaceutical market. OPERATING HIGHLIGHTS AND TRENDS The following tables set forth certain financial information by business segment. All dollar amounts presented below are in thousands unless otherwise indicated. AnnualizedSeptember 30, 2005
        October 1, 2004Days Sales Outstanding:(a)Physician Business
        42.0
        43.3Elder Care Business
        60.6
        59.4Days On Hand:(b)Physician Business
        45.3
        42.9Elder Care Business
        37.8
        32.0Days in Accounts Payable:(c)Physician Business
        42.2
        40.6Elder Care Business
        25.2
        25.2Cash Conversion Days:(d)Physician Business
        45.1
        45.6Elder Care Business
        73.2
        66.2Inventory Turnover:(e)Physician Business
        8.0x
        8.4xElder Care Business
        9.5x
        11.3x   23    (a)
        Days sales outstanding (DSO) is average accounts receivable divided by average daily net sales. Average accounts receivable is the sum of accounts receivable, net of the allowance for doubtful accounts, at the beginning and end of the most recent four quarters divided by five. Average daily net sales are net sales for the most recent four quarters divided by 360. SAS accounts receivable balance of approximately $1.4 million as of September 30, 2005 has been excluded from this calculation. (b)
        Days on hand (DOH) is average inventory divided by average daily cost of goods sold (COGS). Average inventory is the sum of inventory at the beginning and end of the most recent four quarters divided by five. Average daily COGS is COGS for the most recent four quarters divided by 360. SAS inventory balance of approximately $3.9 million as of September 30, 2005 has been excluded from this calculation. (c)
        Days in accounts payable (DIP) is average accounts payable divided by average daily COGS. Average accounts payable is the sum of accounts payable at the beginning and end of the most recent five quarters divided by five. SAS accounts payable balance of approximately $3.8 million as of September 30, 2005 has been excluded from this calculation. (d)
        Cash conversion days is the sum of DSO and DOH, less DIP. (e)
        Inventory turnover is 360 divided by DOH. NET SALES For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months Ended(dollars in millions)
        September30,
2005
        October1,
2004
        Increase
        Percent
Change
        September30,
2005
        October1,
2004
        Increase
        Percent
ChangePhysician Business
        $255.4
        $237.3
        $18.1
        7.6%
        $505.9
        $454.1
        $51.8
        11.4%Elder Care Business
        130.4
        126.9
        3.5
        2.8%
        267.0
        240.5
        26.5
        11.0%Total Company
        $385.8
        $364.2
        21.6
        5.9%
        $772.9
        $694.6
        $78.3
        11.3% The comparability of net sales period over period is impacted by the number of selling days in each period. The three months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 consisted of 63 and 65 selling days, respectively. The six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 consisted of 127 selling days. The following table summarizes same day sales results period over period: For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months Ended(dollars in millions)
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        Percent Change
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        Percent ChangePhysician Business
        $4.0
        $3.6
        11.0%
        $4.0
        $3.6
        11.4%Elder Care Business
        2.1
        2.0
        6.0%
        2.1
        1.9
        11.0%Total Company
        $6.1
        $5.6
        9.3%
        $6.1
        $5.5
        11.3% Physician Business Net sales continued to be positively impacted by the Advantage Club, Rx Extreme, and Can-Do revenue growth programs that were launched in June 2003 to increase the sale of consumable products, pharmaceutical products, and equipment, respectively. The following table summarizes the increase or decrease in net sales by type period over period.  For the Three Months Ended
        
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30,2005
        
        October1,2004
        
        Growth Rate
        
        September30,2005
        
        October1,2004
        
        Growth RateConsumable products:Branded products
        
        $
        140.0
        
        $
        132.2
        
        5.9
        %
        $
        280.1
        
        $
        255.8
        
        9.5
        %Private label products
        
        
        23.3
        
        
        21.2
        
        10.0
        %
        
        46.4
        
        
        40.4
        
        14.9
        %Pharmaceutical products
        
        
        46.5
        
        
        40.6
        
        14.5
        %
        
        92.4
        
        
        75.6
        
        22.2
        %Equipment
        
        
        37.0
        
        
        34.5
        
        7.3
        %
        
        69.5
        
        
        64.3
        
        8.0
        %Immunoassay sales
        
        
        7.5
        
        
        8.0
        
        (5.8
        )%
        
        15.6
        
        
        16.4
        
        (4.5
        )%Other
        
        
        1.1
        
        
        0.8
        
        28.9
        %
        
        2.0
        
        
        1.6
        
        22.3
        %Total
        
        $
        255.4
        
        $
        237.3
        
        7.6
        %
        $
        506.0
        
        $
        454.1
        
        11.4
        %  24    The following table compares the product sales mix period over period: For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004Consumable products and immunoassay sales
        67.1%
        68.2%
        67.9%
        69.1%Pharmaceutical products
        18.3%
        17.2%
        18.3%
        16.7%Equipment
        14.6%
        14.6%
        13.8%
        14.2%Total
        100.0%
        100.0%
        100.0%
        100.0% Over the last fiscal year, the Physician Business sales mix changed due to managements focus on growing pharmaceutical product sales by establishing theRx Extremerevenue growth program. Elder Care Business The Elder Care Business continues to implement strategies to diversify its revenue sources and customers through expansion into the home care market and other non-facilities based care and equipment providers. The increase in net sales reflects the execution of these business strategies and industry trends. Net sales were also impacted by the continued implementation of the following innovative Elder Care customer specific solution programs:ANSWERS, ANSWERS Housekeeping (ANSWERS HK), ANSWERS Home Medical Equipment (ANSWERS HME), ANSWERS Plus, Partners in Efficiency (P.I.E.), Fast Accurate Supply Technology (F.A.S.T), and AccuSCAN.The following table summarizes the increase or decrease in net sales by type period over period.  For the Three Months Ended
        
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30,
2005
        
        October1,
2004
        
        Growth
Rate
        
        September30,
2005
        
        October1,
2004
        
        Growth RateNursing home and assisted living facilities:National accounts
        
        $
        28.8
        
        $
        33.4
        
        (13.8
        )%
        $
        61.9
        
        $
        63.0
        
        (1.8
        )%Regional accounts
        
        
        27.6
        
        
        28.5
        
        (3.0
        )%
        
        56.5
        
        
        53.4
        
        6.0
        %Independent accounts
        
        
        37.6
        
        
        34.4
        
        9.1
        %
        
        76.7
        
        
        66.3
        
        15.7
        %Subtotal
        
        
        94.0
        
        
        96.3
        
        (2.4
        )%
        
        195.1
        
        
        182.7
        
        6.8
        %Home care
        
        
        32.8
        
        
        27.3
        
        20.3
        %
        
        64.2
        
        
        51.9
        
        23.7
        %Billing services
        
        
        2.3
        
        
        2.1
        
        9.6
        %
        
        5.2
        
        
        3.7
        
        38.0
        %Other
        
        
        1.3
        
        
        1.2
        
        6.8
        %
        
        2.5
        
        
        2.2
        
        13.2
        %Total
        
        $
        130.4
        
        $
        126.9
        
        2.8
        %
        $
        267.0
        
        $
        240.5
        
        11.0
        % The growth in net sales to regional and independent skilled nursing home facilities primarily resulted from acquisitions, new customers, increased penetration in existing customer facilities, and the introduction of new product lines. The growth in net sales to providers of home care services is a result of the Companys continuing focus to diversify its revenue sources and customers. The decline in net sales to national accounts is primarily a result of the discontinuation of a large national chain customers medical supply contractual relationship, effective June 23, 2005, offset by increased penetration in existing customer facilities.  Net sales during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005 decreased approximately $6.5 million and $7.2 million, respectively, as a result of the loss of this
 national chain customer during fiscal year 2006. The trailing twelve months of net sales to this customer was approximately $27.0 million. Nursing home divestitures may continue to impact net sales during fiscal year 2006 as large, national chain customers may continue to divest facilities located in states with high malpractice claims, high insurance costs, and litigation exposure. Furthermore, ownership changes of national chain customers may impact net sales in future periods where the acquirer
t
of an existing customer may not have a previous relationship with the Company.  25   The following table compares the customer segment sales mix quarter over quarter: For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004Nursing home and assisted living facilities:National accounts
        22.9%
        27.1%
        24.0%
        27.0%Regional accounts
        22.0%
        23.2%
        22.0%
        22.9%Independent accounts
        29.7%
        28.0%
        29.7%
        28.3%Subtotal
        74.6%
        78.3%
        75.7%
        78.2%Home care
        25.4%
        21.7%
        24.3%
        21.8%Total
        100.0%
        100.0%
        100.0%
        100.0%  The customer segment sales mix has been impacted by strategic initiatives that are being implemented to increase sales to independent and regional accounts while increasing the account penetration and sales in the home care market, a strategy to mitigate the impact of large, national chain customer divestitures. Net sales period over period were also positively impacted by a business combination consummated during fiscal year 2005. As a result of this business combination, approximately $10.5 million and $21.4 million of additional net sales were recognized during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005 compared to the three and six months ended October 1, 2004. GROSS PROFIT For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004(dollars in millions)
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Increase
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        IncreaseTotal Company
        $112.3
        29.1%
        $105.3
        28.9%
        $7.0
        $222.8
        28.8%
        $201.1
        29.0%
        $21.7 Physician Business Gross profit dollars increased primarily due to the growth in net sales discussed above. Gross profit as a percentage of net sales decreased approximately 15 basis points and 62 basis points during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005, respectively, compared to the same period in the prior year. This change is primarily a result of a change in sales mix offset by an increase in vendor incentives earned of approximately $0.5 million and $1.5 million during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005, respectively. Gross margin on pharmaceutical product and diagnostic equipment sales is typically lower than the gross margin on consumable products. Gross profit as a percentage of net sales may decrease in future periods due to an expected increased sales volume of pharmaceutical products and diagnostic equipment. However, the Companys global sourcing
strategy is expected to improve its cost competitiveness and increase its gross margins on certain products. Elder Care Business Gross profit dollars increased primarily due to the growth in net sales discussed above. Gross profit as a percentage of net sales increased approximately 60 basis points and 75 basis points during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005, respectively, compared to the same period in the prior year. This change is primarily due to replacing lower margin sales to larger accounts with higher margin sales to smaller accounts. In addition, ancillary billing service revenues have increased which typically generate higher gross profit margins. Furthermore, vendor incentives increased approximately $0.8 million and $1.9 million during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005, respectively, as a result of the revenue growth and changes in contract terms with vendors. Gross profit as a percentage of net sales may continue to increase in future periods as a result of net
sales growth in ancillary billing services. In addition, the Companys global sourcing strategy is expected to improve its cost competitiveness and increase its gross margins on certain products.  26   GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES  For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004(dollars in millions)
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Increase
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Increase (Decrease)Physician Business(a)
        $38.1
        14.9%
        $37.2
        15.7%
        $0.9
        $77.0
        15.2%
        $72.9
        16.0%
        $4.1Elder Care Business(a)
        25.9
        19.9%
        22.8
        18.0%
        3.1
        53.9
        20.2%
        43.5
        18.1%
        10.4Corporate Shared Services(b)
        5.3
        1.4%
        4.3
        1.2%
        1.0
        8.7
        1.1%
        8.8
        1.3%
        (0.1)Total Company(b)
        $69.3
        18.0%
        $64.3
        17.1%
        $5.0
        $139.6
        18.1%
        $125.2
        18.0%
        $14.4(a)    General and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales is calculated based on divisional net sales.
(b)    General and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales is calculated based on consolidated net sales.  General and administrative expenses are primarily impacted by cost to deliver, which represents all costs associated with the transportation and delivery of products to customers. The following table summarizes cost to deliver as a percentage of net sales period over period. For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004Physician Business
        3.0%
        2.9%
        3.0%
        3.0%Elder Care Business
        4.7%
        4.3%
        4.6%
        4.2% Physician Business General and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales decreased 80 basis points during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005 compared to the same period in the prior year. This percentage decrease is attributable to (i) leveraging the net sales growth across various fixed costs, (ii) management focusing on identifying ways to reduce its cost to deliver, and (iii) optimizing routes and shipments between distribution centers as well as leveraging net sales growth across transportation and delivery costs. This percentage decrease was offset by an increase in cost to deliver as a result of an increase in fuel costs related
to the Companys fleet of leased delivery vehicles and fuel surcharges from third parties.  Management anticipates that rising fuel costs may continue to negatively impact gross margin, the cost to deliver, or expected improvements in cost to deli ver during the remainder of fiscal year 2006. Changes in the other components of general and administrative expenses remained relatively constant period over period. However, there was an increase in the corporate overhead allocation from Corporate Shared Services (refer to discussion below underCorporate Shared Services). Elder Care Business General and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales increased 190 basis points and 210 basis points during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005, respectively, compared to the same period in the prior year. This percentage increase is attributable to significant increases in fuel costs related to the Companys fleet of leased delivery vehicles and fuel surcharges from third parties. Management anticipates that rising fuel costs may continue to negatively impact gross margin, the cost to deliver, or expected improvements in cost to deliver during the remainder of fiscal year 2006. Changes in other general and administrative expenses remained relatively constant during the three months ended September 30, 2005 compared to the same period in the prior year. However, there was an increase in the corporate overhead allocation from Corporate Shared Services (refer to discussion below underCorporate Shared Services). Changes in other general and administrative expenses during the six months ended September 30, 2005 compared to the six months ended October 1, 2004 increased primarily due to the acquisition consumated during fiscal year 2005 including, (i) increased bad debt expense of approximately $1.0 million, (ii) increased salary, incentive compensation, and payroll tax expenses of approximately $1.1 million due to additional  27  employees and general wage increases, (iii) an increase in the corporate overhead allocation from Corporate Shared Services (refer to discussion below underCorporate Shared Services), and (iv) an increase in amortization of intangible assets of approximately $0.5 million as a result of the acquisition consummated during the third quarter of fiscal year 2005. Corporate Shared Services General and administrative expenses during the three months ended September 30, 2005 compared to the three months ended October 1, 2004 increased primarily due to (i) an increase in medical insurance costs of approximately $1.1 million, (ii) an increase of approximately $0.8 million to the reserve for the settlement of an outstanding litigation matter, and (iii) an increase in salary expenses and incentive compensation of approximately $0.7 million due to additional employees and general wage increases, offset by (iv) an increase in corporate overhead to support the divisional net sales growth and other strategic initiatives. Such strategic initiatives include:  global product sourcing, expansion of the corporate headquarters facility, increased training of employees, continued enhancement and implementation of various modules of the JD Edwards XE®, and various
information technology related projects. General and administrative expenses during the six months ended September 30, 2005 compared to the six months ended October 1, 2004 decreased slightly primarily due to (i) an increase in corporate overhead allocations to support the divisional net sales growth and other strategic initiatives discussed above and (ii) the reversal of the allowance for doubtful accounts of approximately $3.2 million related to an outstanding note receivable from the former chairman and chief executive officer of the Company, offset by (iii) an increase of approximately $2.4 million to the reserve for the settlement of an outstanding litigation matter, (iv) an increase in salary expenses and incentive compensation of approximately $2.0 million due to additional employees and general wage increases, and (v) an increase in medical insurance costs of approximately $1.8 million. Excluding
the effect of the reversal of the allowance for doubtful accounts, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of consolidated net sales remained relatively constant period over period. SELLING EXPENSES For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004(dollars in millions)
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Increase
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        IncreasePhysician Business
        $21.4
        8.4%
        $20.2
        8.5%
        $1.2
        $42.3
        8.4%
        $39.5
        8.7%
        $2.8Elder Care Business
        4.8
        3.7%
        4.4
        3.4%
        0.4
        9.7
        3.6%
        8.6
        3.6%
        1.1Total Company
        $26.2
        6.8%
        $24.6
        6.8%
        $1.6
        $52.0
        6.7%
        $48.1
        6.9%
        $3.9 Overall, the change in selling expenses is primarily attributable to an increase in commission expense due to the growth in net sales discussed above. Commissions are generally paid to sales representatives based on gross profit dollars and gross profit as a percentage of net sales. Physician Business Selling expenses as a percentage of net sales decreased each period, which is primarily attributable to leveraging the net sales growth across certain fixed selling expenses. A portion of the decrease is also attributable to the change in the sales mix. Pharmaceutical product sales as a percentage of total sales increased each period. Commission rates on pharmaceutical product sales are generally lower as these sales generate lower gross profit margins. Elder Care Business Selling expenses as a percentage of net sales increased during the three months ended September 30, 2005 compared to the same period in the prior year primarily due to the loss of a national chain customer whose commission rates were typically lower than regional and independent customers. Selling expenses as a percentage of net sales increased during the six months ended September 30, 2005 compared to the same period in the prior year were relatively consistent period over period.  28     INCOME FROM OPERATIONS For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004(dollars in millions)
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Increase
(Decrease)
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Amount
        % of Net
Sales
        Increase
(Decrease)Physician Business
        $17.6
        6.9%
        $14.6
        6.1%
        $3.0
        $31.8
        6.3%
        $26.1
        5.8%
        $5.7Elder Care Business
        4.2
        3.3%
        6.1
        4.8%
        (1.9)
        7.9
        3.0%
        10.5
        4.3%
        (2.6)Corporate Shared Services
        (5.0)
        --
        (4.3)
        --
        (0.7)
        (8.5)
        --
        (8.8)
        --
        0.3Total Company
        $16.8
        4.4%
        $16.4
        4.5%
        $0.4
        $31.2
        4.0%
        $27.8
        4.0%
        $ 3.4 Income from operations for each business segment changed due to the factors discussed above. INTEREST EXPENSE The Companys debt structure during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 consisted of the $150 million of 2.25% senior convertible notes and variable rate borrowings under its revolving line of credit agreement. The following table summarizes the interest rates applicable to the borrowings outstanding under the revolving line of credit agreement.  For the Three Months Ended
     For the Six Months Ended(dollars in millions)
     September 30,
2005
     October 1,
2004
     Increase
(Decrease)
     Percent
Change
     September 30,
2005
     October 1,
2004
     Increase
(Decrease)
     Percent
ChangeTotal interest expense .
     $1.4
        
     $1.8
        
     ($ 0.4
        )
     (25.3
        )%
     $2.9
        
     $3.8
        
     ($ 0.9
        )
     (23
        .7)%Capitalized interest
     $0.2
        
     --
        
     $0.2
        
     100.0
        %
     $0.3
        
     --
        
     $0.3
        
     100
        .0%Weighted averageinterest rate(a)
     3.40
        %
     3.26
        %
     --
        
     --
        
     3.84
        %
     3.82
        %
     --
        
     --Average daily borrowings
     $25.3
        
     $27.9
        
     ($ 2.6
        )
     (9.4
        )%
     $26.1
        
     $32.3
        
     ($ 6.2
        )
     (19
        .2)%  (a)
        Interest rate excludes debt issuance costs and unused line fees. The overall decrease in interest expense each period is primarily related to an overall decrease in outstanding borrowings and a reduction in the credit spread on variable rate borrowings under the revolving line of credit agreement. OTHER INCOME For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months Ended(dollars in millions)
        September30, 2005
        October1,
2004
        Increase
        Percent Change
        September30, 2005
        October1,
2004
        Increase
        Percent ChangeTotal Company
        $1.8
        $0.3
        $1.5
        594.4%
        $2.2
        $0.6
        $1.6
        270.9% Other income during the three and six months ended September 30, 2005 includes $1.4 million of one-time distributions resulting from the Companys membership interest in the liquidation of a mutual holding company.  29     PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30, 2005
        October1, 2004
        
        September30, 2005
        October1, 2004(dollars in millions)
        Amount
        Effective Rate
        Amount
        Effective Rate
        Increase
        Amount
        Effective Rate
        Amount
        Effective Rate
        IncreaseTotal Company
        $6.5
        37.7%
        $6.1
        41.2%
        $0.4
        $11.8
        38.4%
        $10.1
        40.8%
        $1.7 The increase in the provision for income taxes and the decrease in the effective rate are primarily attributable to an increase in the projected annual income from continuing operations before provision for income taxes. During the three months ended December 31, 2004, the Company reached a settlement with the Appeals Office of the IRS regarding its audit findings for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2000 and March 30, 2001 and the refund claim. This settlement, which was subject to final review and approval by the Congressional Joint Committee on Taxation (Joint Committee), resulted in a reduction to the provision for income taxes of approximately $5.6 million. In October 2005, the Company received written notification that the Joint Committee has found no exception to the settlement agreement reached with the Appeals Office of the Internal Revenue Service. As a result, the results of operations of the Company during fiscal year 2006 are not expected to be materially impacted. During the three months ended December 31, 2004, the IRS completed fieldwork on the audit of the Federal income tax returns for the fiscal years ended March 29, 2002 and March 28, 2003. The Company has appealed certain findings, which primarily related to timing of tax deductions, with the Appeals Office of the IRS. Management does not anticipate the results of the audit to have a material impact on the financial condition or consolidated results of operations of the Company. LOSS ON DISPOSAL OF DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS During the six months ended October 1, 2004, the Company recorded a pretax loss on disposal of discontinued operations of approximately $2.7 million, which primarily related to the final arbitration settlement on the disputed net asset calculation between the Company and the buyer of the Imaging Business. The initial claim was for a purchase price adjustment of $32.3 million, based on an accounting of the net assets of the business as of the closing date, and was later reduced to $28.2 million. The loss on disposal of discontinued operations recorded during the three months ended June 30, 2004 represented (i) a true-up of managements estimated net asset adjustment to the actual net asset adjustment as indicated in the arbitrators final ruling of $1.8 million, (ii) interest of $0.4 million, and (iii) legal and professional fees of $0.5 million,
offset by a benefit for income taxes of $1.0 million. The deferred tax asset that was recorded for the tax effect of the actual loss generated as a result of the sale of the Imaging Business was approximately $58.0 million at April 1, 2005. Under the terms of the stock purchase agreement, the Company made a joint election with the buyer to treat the transaction as a sale of assets in accordance with Section 338(h)(10) of the Internal Revenue Code.  30   NET INCOME For the Three Months Ended
        For the Six Months Ended(dollars in millions)
        September30, 2005
        October1,
2004
        Increase
        Percent Change
        September30, 2005
        October1,
2004
        Increase
        Percent ChangeTotal Company
        $10.8
        $8.8
        $2.0
        22.9%
        $18.9
        $13.0
        $5.9
        45.7% Net income for the six months ended October 1, 2004 included a charge of $1.7 million, net of the benefit for income taxes, related to the loss on disposal of discontinued operations. Otherwise, variances are due to the factors discussed above. LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES Liquidity and Capital Resources Highlights  (dollars in thousands)
        
        For the Three Months Ended
        
        For the Six Months EndedSeptember30,
2005
        
        October1,
2004
        
        September30,
2005
        
        October1,
2004Cash Flow Information:Net cash provided by operating activities
        
        $
        22,479
        
        $
        12,166
        
        $
        35,625
        
        $
        25,578Net cash used in investing activities
        
        
        (34,653
        )
        
        (13,559
        )
        
        (44,213
        )
        
        (20,748
        )Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
        
        
        5,804
        
        
        (16,128
        )
        
        8,166
        
        
        (18,167
        )Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
        
        $
        (6,370
        )
        $
        (17,521
        )
        $
        (422
        )
        $
        (13,337
        )  (dollars in thousands)
        As ofSeptember 30,
2005
        April1,
2005Capital Structure:Debt
        $178,899
        $175,000Cash and cash equivalents
        (17,466)
        (17,888)Net debt
        161,433
        157,112Shareholders equity
        304,945
        276,818Total capital
        $466,378
        $433,930Operational Working Capital:Accounts receivable
        $213,585
        $217,350Inventories
        136,450
        134,110Accounts payable
        (118,953)
        (109,649)$231,082
        $241,811 Cash Flows From Operating Activities The primary components of net cash provided by operating activities consist of net income adjusted to reflect the effect of non-cash expenses and changes in operational working capital. Net cash provided by operating activities during the six months ended September 30, 2005 was impacted by an increase in overall operating profit as well as a reduction in operational working capital of approximately $8.5 million.  Net cash provided by operating activities during the six months ended October 1, 2004 was impacted by an increase in overall operating profit which was partially offset by operational working capital  needs of approximately $11.1 million to support net sales growth. Cash flows from operating activities during the six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004 reflect the Companys utilization of $11.8 million (tax-effected) and $10.1 million (tax-effected), respectively, of net operating loss (NOL) carryforwards (primarily generated during fiscal year 2003 as a result of the 31  disposition of the Imaging Business) to offset cash payments due for Federal and state tax liabilities based on estimated taxable income. As of September 30, 2005, the Company has $7.7 million (tax-effected) of NOL carryforwards remaining and expects to utilize the remaining Federal NOL carryforward, as well as a portion of the remaining state NOL carryforwards, during fiscal year 2006. Cash flows from operating activities were also impacted by cash payments made or refunds received for Federal and state taxes. During the six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004, the Company paid cash taxes, net of refunds, of approximately $5.0 million and $0.6 million, respectively, which primarily related to Federal and state estimated tax payments. Cash Flows From Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities was primarily impacted by the following. 
        Payments for business combinations, net of cash acquired, were $34.8 million and $1.8 million during the six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004, respectively. During the six months ended September 30, 2005, the Physician Business acquired SAS. The aggregate purchase price was approximately $33.8 million (net of cash acquired of approximately $0.2 million) of which approximately $30.9 million was paid at closing. During fiscal year 2005, the Elder Care Business acquired certain assets and assumed certain liabilities of a long-term care medical supply distributor and ancillary billing service provider. The aggregate purchase price was approximately $26.9 million (net of cash acquired of approximately $0.4 million) of which approximately $22.7 million was paid
during fiscal year 2005. The remaining purchase price of $4.1 million, which primarily related to meeting minimum revenue thresholds, was paid during the six months ended September 30, 2005. During fiscal year 2004, the Company completed three acquisitions with a total aggregate purchase price, net of cash acquired, of approximately $21.8 million, of which $19.3 million was paid in cash during fiscal year 2004. Approximately $1.7 million of purchase price, which related to an earn-out provision included in the purchase agreement, was paid during the six months ended October 1, 2004 and the remaining purchase price of $0.8 million is expected to be paid during fiscal year 2006. 
        Capital expenditures totaled $9.2 million and $10.7 million during the six months ended September 30, 2005 and October 1, 2004, respectively, which primarily related to development and enhancement of the Companys ERP system, electronic commerce platforms, and supply chain integration. 
        Transaction and settlement costs related to the sale of the Imaging Business of approximately $4.9 million, was paid during the six months ended October 1, 2004. Capital Resources and Outlook The Companys two primary sources of capital are the proceeds from the 2.25% convertible senior notes offering and the $200 million revolving line of credit, which may be increased to $250 million at the Companys discretion. These instruments furnish the financial resources to support the business strategies of customer service and revenue growth. The revolving line of credit, which is an asset-based agreement, uses the Companys working capital as collateral to support necessary liquidity. Over the long-term, the Companys priorities for use of capital are internal growth, acquisitions, and repurchase of the Companys common stock. At September 30, 2005, the Company had outstanding borrowings of $25.2 million and outstanding letter of credit of $0.2 million. After reducing the availability for outstanding borrowings and letter of credit commitments, the Company had sufficient assets based on eligible accounts receivable and inventories to borrow up to $172.4 million (excluding the additional increase of $50 million) under the revolving line of credit. The Credit Agreement, originally dated May 20, 2003, was amended on July 1, 2005. This amendment (i) extended the term of the agreement to June 30, 2010, (ii) created a feature to expand and increase the maximum borrowings to $250 million at the discretion of the Company, (iii) increased the advance rates for  32   accounts receivable and inventory, (iv) eased the covenant restrictions described above when excess availability is greater than $50 million, (v) implemented a fixed charge coverage ratio covenant when availability is less than $40 million, (vi) set the determination of applicable margin level for Base Rate loans and LIBOR loans to Availability rather than a funded debt to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization ratio, (vii) reduced the unused line fee from 0.375% to 0.25%, and (viii) increased the letter of credit sub-facility from $15 million to $20 million. As the Companys business grows, its cash and working capital requirements will also continue to increase. The Company normally meets its operating requirements by maintaining appropriate levels of liquidity under its revolving line of credit and using cash flows from operating activities. The Company expects that the overall growth in the business will be funded through a combination of cash flows from operating activities, borrowings under the revolving line of credit, capital markets, and/or other financing arrangements. As of September 30, 2005, the Company has not entered into any material working capital commitments that require funding, other than the items discussed below and the obligations included in the future minimum obligation table below. Based on prevailing market conditions, liquidity requirements, contractual restrictions, and other factors, the Company may seek to retire its outstanding equity through cash purchases and/or reduce its debt. The Company may also seek to issue additional debt or equity to meet its future liquidity requirements. Such transactions may occur in the open market, privately negotiated transactions, or otherwise. The amounts involved may be material. Variable Interest Entity In January 2005, the Company entered into a Sourcing Services Agreement (the Sourcing Agreement) with Tiger Specialty Sourcing Limited, Tiger Shanghai Specialty Sourcing Co. Ltd., and its principals (collectively Tiger Medical). The exclusive Sourcing Agreement focuses on two primary objectives  delivery of consistent, high-quality medical products and lowering the acquisition cost of those products. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Sourcing Agreement, the Company has agreed to purchase certain medical and other products from Chinese suppliers and manufacturers using the exclusive sourcing services of Tiger Medical. Pursuant to the terms of the Sourcing Agreement, the Company acquired a minority interest in Tiger Medical in January 2005 for $1.0 million. The Company ultimately has the right to increase its ownership interest in Tiger Medical to 100%
during fiscal years 2006 through 2009 if certain performance targets are achieved. If at any time during the term of the Sourcing Agreement, the Company achieves the agreed-upon cost of goods savings target in any twelve-month period prior to achieving the agreed-upon sales target, then either party has the right to trigger an early buy-out of Tiger Medical by the Company. The total purchase price to be paid by the Company for 100% ownership of Tiger Medical ranges between $1.0 million and $32.5 million and depends on the satisfaction of certain performance targets. Cash payments made by the Company during fiscal years 2006 through 2008 for additional interests in Tiger Medical will be credited against the final purchase price to be paid by the Company. Stock Repurchase Program On June 8, 2004, the Companys Board of Directors approved a stock repurchase program authorizing the Company, depending upon market conditions and other factors, to repurchase up to a maximum of 5% of its common stock, or approximately 3.2 million common shares, in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions, or otherwise. During the three months ended June 30, 2004, the Company repurchased approximately 0.3 million shares of common stock under this program at an average price of $10.74 per common share. During the three months ended October 1, 2004, the Company repurchased approximately 0.7 million shares of common stock under this program at an average price of $9.59 per common share. At September 30, 2005, approximately 2.2 million shares were available to repurchase under this program.  33   Future Minimum Obligations In the normal course of business, the Company enters into obligations and commitments that require future contractual payments. The commitments primarily result from repayment obligations for borrowings under the revolving line of credit, as well as contractual lease payments for facility, vehicle, and equipment leases, and contractual payments under noncompetition agreements. The following table presents, in aggregate, scheduled payments under contractual obligations for the Physician Business, the Elder Care Business, and Corporate Shared Services (in thousands): Fiscal Years2006 (remaining
6 months)
        2007
        2008
        2009
        2010
        Thereafter
        TotalRevolving line of credit(a)
        $     891
        $1,850
        $1,850
        $1,850
        $1,850
        $27,463
        $35,7542.25% convertible senior notes
        1,688
        3,375
        3,375
        3,375
        3,375
        197,250
        212,438Letters of credit outstanding(b)
        637
        --
        --
        --
        --
        --
        637Operating lease obligations(c)
        10,637
        18,312
        14,291
        10,420
        7,858
        13,531
        75,049Capital lease obligations(d)
        374
        628
        598
        334
        --
        --
        1,934Noncompetition agreements
        331
        36
        30
        28
        28
        56
        509Purchase commitments(e)
        --
        55
        --
        --
        --
        --
        55Outstanding purchase price(f)
        --
        1,553
        1,579
        --
        --
        --
        3,132Total
        $14,558
        $25,809
        $21,723
        $16,007
        $13,111
        $238,300
        $329,508  (a)
        The revolving line of credit is classified as a current liability in accordance with Emerging Issues Task Force No. 95-22,Balance Sheet Classification of Borrowings Outstanding under Revolving Credit Agreements That Include both a Subjective Acceleration Clause and a Lock-Box Arrangement; however, the credit facility does not expire until June 30, 2010. The Company is not obligated to repay or refinance amounts outstanding under the revolving line of credit until June 30, 2010. Interest expense has been estimated using current level borrowings outstanding at current effective interest rates. Actual interest expense may differ due to changes in interest rates or levels of borrowings. (b)
        The Company typically issues letters of credits with expirations of less than one year. (c)
        Amounts represent contractual obligations for operating leases of the Company as of September 30, 2005. Currently, it is managements intent to either renegotiate existing leases or execute new leases upon the expiration date of such agreements. (d)
        Amounts include interest expense. (e)
        If the Physician Business or the Elder Care Business were to terminate a contract with a private label vendor for any reason, the Company may be required to purchase the remaining inventory of private label products from the vendor, provided that, in no event would the Company be required to purchase quantities of such products which exceed the aggregate amount of such products ordered by the Company in a negotiated time period immediately preceding the date of termination. As of September 30, 2005, the Company has not terminated any contracts with a private label vendor that had a material impact to the Companys results of operations and financial condition. (f)
        Amounts represent additional consideration, including interest, to be paid to the sellers of SAS, net of any amounts payable to the Company in respect of indemnity claims that arise under the purchase agreement, at the earlier of the end of the indemnity period of 18 months or when all indemnity claims are resolved. APPLICATION OF CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES There has been no material change in the Companys Critical Accounting Policies, as disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 1, 2005 filed on June 15, 2005.  34   RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS Refer to Note 1,Background and Basis of Presentation, for a discussion of recent accounting pronouncements and their impact on the Companys financial condition and results of operations. RISK FACTORS Factors that may affect future results include those detailed in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 1, 2005 under the headingManagements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. The following reflects material changes to such disclosures during the six months ended September 30, 2005. The distribution of controlled pharmaceutical products by the Physician Business is subject to review by Federal agencies. On September 30, 2005, the Physician Business acquired SAS, a distributor controlled and non-controlled pharmaceuticals as well as medical supplies to office-based physicians and surgery centers in all 50 states. As a result, the Company must comply with the federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regulations when purchasing, handling or selling Schedule II, III, IV and V Drugs and List I Chemicals including ephedrine and Pseudoephedrine. The DEA conducts regular routine inspections of facilities holding DEA permits. Failure to comply with the regulations governing Scheduled Drugs and Listed Chemicals could subject the Company to adverse actions by its customers and suppliers and could subject the Company to substantial fines or penalties and other sanctions, including prohibiting the Company from purchasing, handling, and distributing such products. An adverse determination regarding
the Companys compliance with the DEA regulations relating to physical security, record-keeping and required reporting requirement, brought by either the government or a private individual, could have a material effect on the Companys financial position and results of operations. ITEM3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK The Company believes there has been no material change in its exposure to market risk from that discussed in Item 7A in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 1, 2005 filed on June 15, 2005. ITEM4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures The Companys management, with the participation of the Companys Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the Companys disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rule 240.13a-15(c)) as of the end of the period covered by this report (the Evaluation Date). Based on the evaluation, the Principal Executive Officer and the Principal Financial Officer have concluded that the Companys current disclosure controls and procedures were effective at September 30, 2005 to provide reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed by the Company in reports that it filed or submitted under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in Securities and Exchange Commission rules and forms. In designing and evaluating the disclosure controls and procedures, Company management recognized that any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives, and management necessarily was required to apply its judgment in evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of possible controls and procedures. Because of the inherent limitation in any control system, no evaluation or implementation of a control system can provide complete assurance that all control issues and all possible instances of fraud have been or will be detected. Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting There were no significant changes in the Companys internal control over financial reporting during the Companys fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2005 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Companys internal control over financial reporting.  35    PARTII--OTHER INFORMATION ITEM1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS The Company and certain of its current and former officers and directors are named as defendants in a securities class action lawsuit entitledJack Hirschv. PSS World Medical, Inc., et al., Civil Action No. 3:98-CV 502-J-32TEM. The action, which was filed in May 1998, is pending in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, Jacksonville Division. The plaintiff initially alleged, for himself and for a purported class of similarly situated stockholders who purchased the Companys stock between December 23, 1997 and May 8, 1998 that the defendants engaged in violations of certain provisions of the Securities Exchange Act, and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder. The allegations reference a decline in the Companys stock price following an announcement by
the Company in May 1998 regarding the Gulf South Medical Supply, Inc. merger, which resulted in earnings below analysts expectations. In December 2002, the Court granted the Companys motion to dismiss the plaintiffs second amended complaint with prejudice with respect to the Section 10(b) claims. The plaintiffs filed their third amended complaint in January 2003 alleging claims under Sections 14(a) and 20(a) of the Exchange Act on behalf of a putative class of all persons who were shareholders of the Company as of March 26, 1998. In May 2003, the Court denied the defendants motion to dismiss. By order dated February 18, 2004, the Court granted plaintiffs motion for class certification. The parties all served motions for summary judgment and motions in limine to strike the opposing experts on May 11, 2005. Additional motions in limine to strike the defendants rebuttal experts were served on July 6, 2005. On
September 9, 2005, the parties filed a Joint Motion for Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlement, which reflected the settlement reached by all the parties to the litigation for a cash payment of $16.5 million, of which approximately $13.2 million will be recovered through existing insurance policies. A $3.4 million pre-tax reserve to cover the uninsured losses relating to this matter is accrued in the accompanying balance sheet as of September 30, 2005. A hearing on the Joint Motion for Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlement was held on October 7, 2005, at which time the Court entered an Order Preliminarily Approving Settlement and Directing Notice to the Class. The final fairness hearing has been set for December 20, 2005. See Note 10,Commitments and Contingencies, of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and Item 3 of the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended on April 1, 2005 filed on June 15, 2005. ITEM2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities On June 8, 2004, the Companys Board of Directors approved a stock repurchase program authorizing the Company, depending upon market conditions and other factors, to repurchase up to a maximum of 5% of its common stock, or approximately 3.2 million common shares, in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions, or otherwise. The Company did not repurchase any stock during the three months ended September 30, 2005.  36     ITEM4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS (a)
        In accordance with the Companys notice and proxy statement dated July 8, 2004, the Company held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on August 26, 2005. Holders of 60,859,101 shares of the Companys common stock were present in person or by proxy representing approximately 93% of the Companys 65,262,153 shares outstanding on the record date. The matters set forth in the paragraphs below were submitted to a vote of the Companys stockholders. (b)
        The following directors were elected to serve a three-year term of office until the 2008 Annual Meeting of Stockholders or until their successors have been duly elected and qualified. Of the 60,859,101 shares (1 vote per share) of common stock represented at the meeting, the directors were elected by the following votes: Votes ReceivedName
        For
        Withheld
        Abstentions
        Broker Non-votesCharles E. Adair
        58,868,161
        1,990,940
        --
        --A. R. Carpenter
        60,601,432
        257,669
        --
        --Stephen H. Rogers
        60,361,905
        497,196
        --
        -- ITEM6. EXHIBITS (a)
        Exhibits required by Item 601 of Regulation S-K: Exhibit
Number
        Description10.1
        Form of Restricted Stock Award Agreement10.2
        Employment Agreement, dated as of August 16, 2005, by and between the Company and Gary A. Corless.21
        List of Subsidiaries of PSS World Medical, Inc.31.1
        Rule 13a-14(a) Certification of the Chief Executive Officer31.2
        Rule 13a-14(a) Certification of the Chief Financial Officer32.1
        Section 1350 Certification of the Chief Executive Officer32.2
        Section 1350 Certification of the Chief Financial Officer   37     SIGNATURE Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized, in the City of Jacksonville, State of Florida, on November 9, 2005.   PSS WORLD MEDICAL, INC.By:
        /s/ David M. BronsonDavid M. Bronson
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(Duly Authorized Officer and Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)    38