Skin Biopsies and Excisions entail the removal of tissue from the skin in order to diagnose or treat a particular skin lesion. This is usually done with either a punch biopsy or a shave biopsy. More extensive procedures usually involve minor surgery and possibly sutures.

In all cases the integrity of the skin has been disrupted exposing the open area to the risk of infection.

Treatment Best Practices: After the procedure, SilvrSTAT should be applied to prevent infection including MRSA and to promote healing. With the increase in MRSA, HAI, and CAI infections, it is very important to choose a topical antimicrobial that is active and effective that does not promote bacterial resistance. SilvrSTAT will also keep the area moist which is also important for proper wound healing. A sterile dressing or adhesive bandage may be applied to help protect the area while it heals. SilvrSTAT will also help with the pain that may be caused by the injury. Excessive pain should be treated with oral analgesics when indicated. SilvrSTAT is applied as a clear hydrogel just once a day or once every 3 days compared to other silver products that are applied 2-3 times a day and is reimbursable by the ounce under HCPCS Code#A6248. Continue daily until area is healed or at the direction of the healthcare prescriber.

Skin Biopsies and Excisions 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 surgical excisions and biopsies listed on the accompanying chart »

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