Choosing the Proper Dressing Size
When dispensing surgical dressings, the dressing size should be selected based on the size of the ulcer being treated. Read More →
“Detailed Written Order” Becomes “Standard Written Order”
As of January 1, 2020, the DMEMAC requirement for a "Detailed Written Order" when ordering surgical dressings has changed Read More →
The Best Method For Measuring a Wound
When dispensing surgical dressings, it is important that the dressing size is selected appropriately based on the size of Read More →
Updates to Surgical Dressing Documentation Requirements
AMERX Health Care provides you with extensive resources that include everything you need for perfect documentation to ensure compliance Read More →
How Much Are You Getting Paid For That? Part II
In last month's post, we provided the information needed to access the current durable medical equipment (DME) and/or prosthetics Read More →
6 Ways to Practice Smarter
In my previous blog, I discussed knowing your numbers to maintain a robust bottom line. Here are other practice Read More →
Get Ready! Additions to Pressure Ulcer Coding Coming Soon
Surgical dressings can be used for all types of qualifying ulcers. This includes arterial ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic foot Read More →
Proof of Delivery: Part 4
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) require that DME suppliers maintain proof that any time dispensed was Read More →
Upcoming Change in Bilateral Coding for Surgical Dressings
If a patient has bilateral ulcers that both qualify for surgical dressings, you can supply dressings for both ulcers Read More →
The Face-To-Face Examination Requirement
Among the requirements that must be satisfied when dispensing surgical dressings and compression garments is a face-to-face (FTF) examination. Read More →
