When a patient with diabetes develops osteomyelitis, or a bone infection of the foot, early diagnosis and treatment can help avoid catastrophic consequences. When an infection develops in ulcerated soft tissues, it can quickly spread to the bone. A lack of blood flow deprives the area of bacteria-fighting oxygen, putting the patient at risk of … Continued
This updated comprehensive free guide available below discusses upcoming changes in the use of skin substitute grafts and cellular and/or tissue-based products for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers. These changes will take effect on or after 10/1/2023, impacting several Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) including CGS, First Coast, and Novitas. Notable … Continued
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem that affects over 8.5 million U.S. adults and it has a 5 times higher mortality rate than leading cancers. Stemming from fatty build-up, or atherosclerosis, in the arteries, PAD causes blood vessels in the limbs to narrow. This can significantly reduce blood flow which can lead … Continued
Q: How does WCA support wound centers with Documentation and compliance? A: We offer support with documentation and meeting compliance through the following: Documentation Guides: The documentation guides provide clinicians with information in a detailed format that makes the documentation requirements and regulations easier to understand. Hotlines Team: Hotline Team is comprised of a dedicated … Continued
Come August with the sweltering temperature, it’s either in-door, in-water, or in-the-dark activities only to beat that late summer heat. However, whether you are scampering across the “cool” deck to the pool, or finally kicking back on the patio after the sun goes down, the heat is still there. And so is the risk of … Continued
Road trips are a summer fan favorite to get to far out destinations, and they are an excellent time to practice singing skills, sit for long periods of time, load up on junk food, and sugary drinks that promise energy. [Surf wagon coming to a severe stop 🛑] buuuuut, that is not the perfect woundless … Continued
Wound Care Advantage is excited to highlight Wound Healing Awareness Month (WHAM) in June. WHAM is a time to recognize all of those that are paddling through the rough waters of the healing process trying to catch a break. So, to truly celebrate Wound Healing Awareness Month, WCA wants to tip our surfboards to those … Continued
It is no secret that as we age, our bodies undergo changes that can increase the risk of developing health related issues. One of these health concerns is the susceptibility of forming a chronic wound. Chronic wounds are wounds that fail to heal within three months or more. They can be painful, debilitating, and can … Continued
In today’s healthcare landscape, hospitals face many challenges when it comes to delivering high-quality care while maintaining efficient operations and cost-effectiveness. One of the challenges hospitals have to face is making the decision on whether to outsource or insource their wound center management. Each approach has its own advantages and disadvantages, and hospitals must carefully … Continued
April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month. A time when we pause to remember and honor the millions living with limb loss after an amputation. When advanced wound care strategies are not applied and a wound becomes unmanageable, physicians are oftentimes forced to turn to this extreme procedure. It is traumatic for the … Continued