Tag: DermaRite Industries
Wound Care: Follow the LCD
June 7, 2022Jodi RohlwingHettich
Q. What are the basics of wound care billing?
A. The 2021 CERT (Comprehensive Error Rate Testing) documented surgical dressings have an 81% denial rate due to insufficient documentation. Following the LCD requirements can increase your chance of getting through a surgical dressing audit.
Some of the most common errors that can be avoided include:
Documentation on the type of debridement
Wounds that qualify for a surgical dressing must have documentation of debridement,...
Wound Care: To start, get educated
May 9, 2022Jodi RohlwingHettich
Q. Why should I expand into wound care?
A. Wound care is a rapidly growing market. With the surge of chronic diseases, it is expected to surpass $40 billion in spend by 2024. It is likely you are already servicing patients that have one or more wounds. Patients that have diabetes, vascular disease and limited mobility all have an increased chance of developing a chronic wound.
Have your staff get educated on wound care, the types of products available and the HCPC codes for...