Living-cell Wound Care Product Improves Reimbursement
Apligraf, the only cell-based product with Food and Drug Administration approval for the treatment of both diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers, has established improved coverage from multiple payors.
New Shape-to-Fit Skin Barrier Introduced
The FormaFlex Shape-to-Fit Skin Barrier includes a skin barrier formulation, non-elastic barrier backing, and tactile ridges, and allows a customized fit around various stoma shapes and sizes.
Regenerative Tissue Matrix Gains Medicare Coverage
In 8 Midwestern states, Medicare beneficiaries will now have access to the Graftjacket regenerative tissue matrix for the treatment of neuropathic diabetic foot ulcers.
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Registration is now open for the 27th Annual Clinical Symposium on Wound Care, October 20-23, 2012, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada. We’ll see you there!
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Evidence for Interventional Procedures as Adjunct Therapy in the Treatment of Shingles Pain
Heidi J. Shannon BSN-BC; Julie Anderson PhD, RN; and Jayant S. Damle MD