1st and 2nd Degree Burns are here defined as an injury to the skin caused by heat, electricity, radiation, including the sun, friction, and certain chemicals.

1st degree burns affect only the outer or superficial layer of the skin- the epidermis. The skin is red and can be very painful. It is dry in appearance and healing usually takes several days and peeling of the dead skin is common. An example of a 1st degree burn is a sun burn.

2nd degree burns affect the outer and underlying layers of the skin- the epidermis and part of the dermis, but does not affect the deeper layers of the skin. The skin will be red, very painful, and usually wet in appearance and can form blisters. This type of wound can take several weeks to heal and can result in some scarring. An example of a 2nd degree burn is a scalding from very hot water. The treatment of burns depends on the type of burn and the location but all burns need to be kept clean, bacterial infection prevented, and the pain treated.

Treatment Best Practices: SilvrSTAT is applied as a clear hydrogel allowing for full visualization of the burn. It can be applied once or twice a day to the burn area depending on the severity of the burn and is reimbursable by the ounce under HCPCS Code #A6248. Continue daily until the burn is healed or at the direction of the healthcare prescriber.

1st and 2nd Degree Burns Treatment Formulary:

SilvrSTAT® (Rx) Antibacterial Wound Dressing Gel is available in 1 oz. (685-0183) and 3 oz. (685-0184) best practice value

SilvrSTAT® is the only multivalent silver FDA-cleared to inhibit MRSA for the management of the wounds listed on the accompanying chart »

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