March 1, 2008

Save Our Skin: Periop teams rally to prevent pressure ulcers in OR

By: OR Manager
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A new Medicare payment policy is spurring hospitals to strengthen their programs to prevent pressure ulcers and other avoidable complications. Starting in October 2008, Medicare will no longer pay extra for treatment of 8 preventable conditions acquired in the hospital, including pressure ulcers.

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