The latest news from our company and the wound care industry.
You survived cancer! Luckily, there are more people getting to say these words. Every year, the survivor rate goes up thanks to new advances and improvements in effective treatment options. One of those effective treatment options is radiation therapy. For more than half of patients with cancer, this is the lifeline they need to beat…
It’s well-documented and broadly acknowledged that there are disparities in healthcare, but it’s less clear what can be done to address them. One major disparity is among patients with chronic wounds and resultant amputations. These conditions are more prevalent among people with limited education and low socioeconomic status. But we can make a difference—one patient…
The latest advancements to address stalled wounds include an evidence-based predictive model and a point-of-care tool to detect bacterial load.
Building or revamping an outpatient wound care service can be a complex process. But creating this highly profitable service line is easy to do, with Healogics as your partner. As with any construction or remodel project, it’s crucial to align your goals with your implementation partner. Watch the video below and see how you can…
It’s well documented in many medical specialties that patient engagement and visit frequency are directly associated with better outcomes. The same is true in wound care. Unfortunately, the opposite is also true. Low patient engagement may lead to stalled wounds and, too often, amputation. To heal people’s wounds, we need them to attend appointments, adhere…
We are thrilled to announce that Mary Brown, RN, BSN, CWCN; Program Director at the Advanced Wound Care Center at Hillcrest Hospital South, has been named a 2023 Honoree for “The Great 100 Nurses Celebration of Oklahoma.” This prestigious award recognizes Mary’s unwavering compassion, valuable contributions to the nursing profession, and dedication to mentoring fellow nurses over…
Evidence shows that hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is effective against stalled or non-healing wounds from diabetes, radiation, and more.
Managing the constantly changing dynamics of healthcare reimbursement is challenging. For hospital executives considering an outpatient wound care service line, understanding the intricacies of the current CMS reimbursement models is essential for financial success and long-term sustainability. As the industry leader in wound care management, we worked with our expert Revenue Cycle team to highlight…
Infected wounds can have significant consequences for health, quality of life, survival, healthcare utilization, and costs of care. Antimicrobial medications can play a crucial role in the management of these wounds. However, research shows that antibiotics are overused in wound care, often without proper clinical justification. Overuse of antimicrobial agents is leading to antimicrobial resistance,…
As the healthcare industry evolves, our goal at Healogics remains the same – to deliver exceptional quality outcomes, while driving operational and financial efficiencies for our partners. To do this, we focus on creating and maintaining strategic partnerships designed to find, treat and heal those living with chronic wounds. Our people, processes, and proprietary tools make…
