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Preventing Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries with Inpatient Wound Care How a comprehensive approach to inpatient wound care can reduce HAPI rates and improve patient outcomes Hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPI) remain a persistent challenge in healthcare, with significant implications for patient outcomes, hospital performance metrics, and financial sustainability. In the high-stakes environment of inpatient care, these preventable…

Maximizing Revenue with Your Hyperbaric Program Best Revenue Cycle Practices for 2025 Running a successful Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) program requires more than just excellent clinical outcomes; it demands a proactive approach to regulatory compliance, coding accuracy, and financial management. As we enter 2025, it is key to wound care facilities to adopt best practices…

Why Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Should Be Part of the Solution Diabetes mellitus is the leading cause of non-traumatic foot wounds by far. Diabetes is present in over 80% of lower extremity amputations in the U.S. every year. These wounds, when left untreated or managed ineffectively, can lead to severe infections, amputations, and a significant reduction…

Exploring The Science Behind Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Radiation therapy remains a cornerstone in the treatment of breast cancer, effectively targeting malignant cells and reducing recurrence rates. However, the collateral damage to healthy tissue can lead to long-term complications, affecting the quality of life for many survivors. As advancements in oncology continue to evolve, so too…

The Financial Realities of Wound Care During the COVID-19 pandemic, many healthcare facilities rapidly expanded their wound care services to meet urgent patient needs, often without adequate reimbursement guidance. As a result, many facilities now face financial challenges, questioning the profitability of offering comprehensive wound management. Here’s how strategic management and supplemental services like Hyperbaric…

Restore Health Post-Radiation & Enhance Patient Care Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has long been recognized for its efficacy in treating various medical conditions, particularly non-healing wounds and severe infections. However, its applications in mitigating the late effects of radiation therapy are gaining increased attention. In this blog we dive into the on-label uses of HBOT…

Achieving Better Outcomes For Patients With Chronic Foot Wounds Podiatric physicians, clinicians, care teams, and healthcare administration professionals at all levels strive for better outcomes for patients struggling with chronic foot wounds. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has proven to be an excellent adjunct therapy for foot wounds of various etiologies, including diabetic foot wounds &…

Can Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Help Wound Care Professionals Breathe Easier And Streamline Their Patients’ Healing Process? The short answer to that question is yes, and we’d love to share some of our client success stories with you. At CūtisCare, our delivery models are designed to fill a critical void that exists in wound care and…

May Marks The 4th Annual Hyperbaric Awareness Month In 2021, CūtisCare USA, launched the Hyperbaric Aware™ Website and the first national campaign to elevate awareness of hyperbaric oxygen therapy – Hyperbaric Awareness USA™. Since its inception, Hyperbaric Awareness USA™ has designated May as Hyperbaric Awareness Month. During this dedicated month (and throughout the year), the Hyperbaric…

Doctors, Patients, And Care Teams Agree That Prioritizing Diabetic Foot And Lower Extremity Health Can Prevent Amputations But what are the leading causes of lower extremity wounds and amputations? Are chronic foot wounds and lower extremity amputations treatable and preventable? Are treatment solutions accessible?  At CūtisCare, our team is frequently asked those questions by patients…

Do You Have Patients Presenting With The After-Effects Of Radiation Therapy For Pelvic Cancers, Such As Hematuria And Radiation Cystitis? Pelvic, colorectal, and prostate cancers make up a significant number of cancer diagnoses every year. While radiation therapy is the most common treatment option for pelvic cancers, there can be early and late side effects…

Cardiovascular health can be the key to improved health and wellness, but what about its role in chronic wound healing? At CūtisCare, our team of physicians, allied healthcare professionals, administrators, and business professionals is laser-focused on the treatment of chronic, non-healing wounds. Our stated mission is to empower healthcare organizations of all scopes and sizes…