codedog
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Does dermabond qualify for an intermediate closure ? I know they say to use G0168 , but this was done at an ASC.
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FTessaBartels
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Only simple
We use dermabond only for simple repair.
Hope that helps.
F Tessa Bartels, CPC, CEMC
We use dermabond only for simple repair.
Hope that helps.
F Tessa Bartels, CPC, CEMC
This is from the Ethicon web side for Dermabond: it is for topical use only...it does not take the place of layered closure. Hope this is the information you were looking for
"Indications
DERMABOND ADVANCED™ is intended for topical application only to hold closed easily approximated skin edges of wounds from surgical incisions, including punctures from minimally invasive surgery, and simple, thoroughly cleansed, trauma-induced lacerations. DERMABOND ADVANCED™ may be used in conjunction with, but not in place of, deep dermal stitches.8"
"Indications
DERMABOND ADVANCED™ is intended for topical application only to hold closed easily approximated skin edges of wounds from surgical incisions, including punctures from minimally invasive surgery, and simple, thoroughly cleansed, trauma-induced lacerations. DERMABOND ADVANCED™ may be used in conjunction with, but not in place of, deep dermal stitches.8"
codedog
True Blue
thanks