CPT Code Changes for 2022
There are several CPT® code changes that took effect on January 1, 2022, that are pertinent to wound care Read More →
Considerations in Dispensing Compression Therapy with EXTREMIT-EASE
Providers can dispense the EXTREMIT-EASE® Compression Garment directly to patients. Patients enjoy being given the product they need, rather Read More →
ICD-10-CM Changes
A new ICD-10 Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) code set took effect on October 1, 2021. There are some changes to Read More →
Documenting Medical Necessity
Umbrella The presence and documentation of medical necessity is an umbrella requirement that applies to all medical services and Read More →
Should You “Sell” Over the Counter Items In Your Practice?
First off, you should never sell anything in your practice, you are not a salesperson, you are a physician. Read More →
Documenting Exudate
When dispensing surgical dressings and submitting a claim for payment, it is important to adhere to compliance guidelines. When Read More →
What Is Needed In A Wound Care Protocol?
Protocols in your office are essential for the health of your practice. What is needed in an effective written Read More →
Adequate Wound Documentation
Documenting an adequate description of an ulcer being treated is essential when dispensing surgical dressings. Who Makes The Read More →
Documenting Primary Versus Secondary Surgical Dressings
Primary Versus Secondary Surgical Dressings According to the Durable Medical Equipment Medicare Administrative Contractors (DMEMACs), the definitions of primary Read More →
Choosing The Right Dressings: When to Select Hydrocolloid GalleryChoosing The Right Dressings: When to Select Hydrocolloid
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Choosing The Right Dressings: When to Select Hydrocolloid
Dispensing surgical dressings in your office can improve outcomes, patient satisfaction, and can result in tremendous profits. The main Read More →
