Check out my editorial in Today’s Wound Clinic about the way that things have changed for the outpatient wound center.
It happened again today — a patient could not afford a huge copay for a compression bandage, thanks to the fine print of his Medicare Advantage plan. If he had regular Medicare, the cost would be about $25.00. These and other pressures will change the course of outpatient wound care.
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Well said!
Who in our legislature is involved with healthcare that is actually focusing on healthcare as opposed to profits? As long as this debate goes on it is similar to two male dogs in the same room-not functional. The overall cost to the public is well over the worlds costs and less effective……
Send them to InnovAge. No copays no fuss, advanced Woundcare in their homes on their terms. It’s the future of bundled wound care services in this country. Looking for providers and nurses with a passion, and heart to serve our most vulnerable seniors and do what they most love to help, heal, holistically.