How do I order a KCI wound vac?
Now you can request an electronic prescription for V.A.C. ® Therapy in one easy step through KCI Express® (www.KCIExpress.com) or over the phone +1 800-275-4524. Prescribers can sign electronically with access through the web, smart phones or tablets.
Does Medicare cover KCI wound vac?
Traditional KCI™ V.A.C. ® Therapy products are considered durable medical equipment, or DME, paid through the original Medicare Part B DME benefit.
Who makes KCI wound vac?
KCI is now part of 3M. Learn more about the 3M & KCI Acquisition. View our comprehensive Wound Care and Management Solutions.
What does KCI mean wound vac?
Kinetic Concepts
| Type | Subsidiary of 3M |
|---|---|
| Products | Items related to negative pressure wound therapy and wound healing |
| Revenue | $1.6 billion (2010) |
| Net income | $256.1 million (2010) |
| Number of employees | 5,000 (2013) |
Who orders wound vac?
“Does negative pressure wound therapy require a doctor’s order?” Yes, at this time, NPWT (a wound vac) requires a doctor’s order in all 50 states.
Is wound vac covered by insurance?
Wound vacs are usually reimbursable under most private insurance companies and through Medicare Part B. We accept Medicare and most major insurance carriers in most states.
Can you bill for wound vac removal?
CPT codes 97605 and 97606 are used when negative-pressure wound therapy is all that is performed (e.g., placement of a wound vacuum on an open wound). These procedures may also be reported when the wound is debrided or excised and there is no closure (the wound vacuum is acting as a closure device).
How often should a wound vac canister be changed?
The canister should be changed: When full (the alarm will sound and therapy will stop). At least once a week to control odor. 1.
Can you do wound vac at home?
VAC therapy can be performed in a doctor’s office or in a medical facility. You may also be able to have VAC therapy at home depending on the size and location of a wound.
Can you go home with a wound vac?
How do you bill a wound VAC application?
97605: Negative pressure wound therapy (e.g., vacuum-assisted drainage collection), including topical application(s), wound assessment, and instruction(s) for ongoing care, per session; total wound(s) surface area less than or equal to 50 square centimeters.
How is wound care billed?
Dressings applied to the wound are part of the services for CPT codes 97597, 97598 and 97602 and they may not be billed separately. It is not appropriate to report CPT code 97602 in addition to CPT code 97597 and/or 97598 for wound care performed on the same wound on the same date of service.
Who makes wound vac?
KCI manufactures and sells five different NPWT products: ActiV. A.C.® Therapy System, InfoV. A.C.® Therapy System, V.A.C. Instill® Wound Therapy, V.A.C.
How much does a KCI wound vac cost?
Of course the advantage is that the portable system allows for independence while providing continuous wound therapy. The cost of a wound vac is quite expensive, about $150.00 a day. However, Wound Vacs are eligible for Medicare reimbursement. Also, some insurance plans do cover wound vacs as a valid therapy.
How long can a KCI wound vac stay on?
The dressing is changed every 24 to 72 hours. During the therapy, you’ll need to carry the portable pump everywhere you go. How long can a KCI Wound VAC stay on? Keep V.A.C. ® Therapy for more than two hours. If therapy is off for more than two hours, remove the old dressing and irrigate the wound.
What is a wound vac and how does it work?
Vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) is a method of decreasing air pressure around a wound to assist the healing. It’s also referred to as negative pressure wound therapy. During a VAC procedure, a healthcare professional applies a foam bandage over an open wound, and a vacuum pump creates negative pressure around the wound.
How to disconnect wound vac?
• Cleanse wound bed with normal saline or wound cleanser to remove debris. Remove from wound bed any bits of old foam dressing using cotton-tip applicator or tweezers. • Examine wound bed. It should have pink/red granulation tissue. Note any drainage, tunneling, cavities. • Assess wound size. A measuring tape is included in the VAC Dressing Kit.