MALVERN, PA — HMP Global, in collaboration with the Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders, has unveiled a new webinar series aimed at equipping healthcare providers with essential knowledge to address 2025 Medicare policy changes impacting wound care practices. The series will provide detailed insights into updates to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS), and Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) for Cellular and Tissue-Based Products (CTPs), as well as related documentation and billing requirements.
The webinar series, taking place in February and March, is designed to help clinicians integrate these updates into their practices across private offices, hospital departments, and home health services. Sessions will offer scenario-driven strategies, real-world insights, and expert guidance to ensure compliance while maintaining high-quality care.
Upcoming Webinars and Key Speakers
- “Ready! Set! Go! Implement 2025 Medicare Final Rules”
Date: Wednesday, February 12 at 1 p.m. ET
Speakers: Karen S. Ravitz, JD, Health Policy Advisor, Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders; Kathleen D. Schaum, MS, President, Kathleen D. Schaum and Associates, Inc. - “Tips for Implementing the CTP LCD in Your Practice”
Date: Wednesday, February 26 at 2 p.m. ET
Speakers: Kathleen D. Schaum, MS; Kara Couch, MS, CRNP, Director of Wound Care Services, George Washington University Hospital; Gayle M. Gordillo, MD, FACS, Senior Medical Director of Wound Services, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center; Marcia Nusgart, R.Ph., CEO and Founder of the Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders; Karen S. Ravitz, JD - “Challenges and Opportunities for CTP LCD Implementation”
Date and Time: To Be Announced
Each session will break down critical changes in policy and provide insights on their impact, with actionable advice tailored to different care settings.
Expert Insights
“Many 2025 payment and coverage policy updates from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) impact wound care providers nationwide in ways big and small,” said Marcia Nusgart, CEO and Founder of the Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders. “This webinar series will ensure clinicians are not only informed but also prepared to implement the necessary changes while continuing to deliver exceptional care to Medicare beneficiaries.”
David DePinho, President of HMP Global, emphasized the value of the collaboration. “We are pleased to partner with the Alliance on this series. With their expertise on policy and regulatory issues, attendees will gain a trusted resource to address these updates and confidently manage complex Medicare payment changes, including the new local coverage determinations on skin substitutes.”
Supporting Providers Through Change
The educational series underscores the commitment of both organizations to empowering providers with the tools they need to adapt to regulatory shifts. By offering timely, practical guidance, the webinars aim to simplify the navigation of payment updates and stimulate best practices in treating chronic wounds.
These sessions solidify the role of HMP Global and the Alliance of Wound Care Stakeholders as go-to resources for industry-leading education, ensuring providers remain well-prepared to deliver compliant and effective care amid ongoing Medicare policy changes.
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