Mobile wound care brings expert treatment directly to your home, nursing facility, or assisted living residence. If you're wondering what happens during these visits, this guide walks you through the entire process.
Before Your First Visit
Once you've connected with Healix360, our care coordination team will:
- Call to schedule: Usually within 24-48 hours of your inquiry
- Verify insurance: Confirm Medicare or private insurance coverage
- Gather information: Request medical history and current medications
- Set appointment time: Choose a time convenient for you
The First Visit: Initial Assessment
Your first appointment typically lasts 45-60 minutes. Here's what happens:
1. Introduction & Credentials
Your wound care specialist introduces themselves and shows their credentials. All our providers are board-certified and fully licensed.
2. Medical History Review
The specialist reviews your complete medical history, including how the wound developed, previous treatments, medications, and underlying conditions.
3. Comprehensive Wound Assessment
Your specialist carefully examines the wound, documenting size, depth, appearance, drainage, and surrounding skin condition.
4. Treatment Plan Discussion
Based on the assessment, your specialist explains the recommended treatment approach, expected timeline, and answers all your questions.
5. First Treatment Application
If appropriate, treatment begins at the first visit. The process is typically painless and includes wound cleaning and proper dressing.
Follow-Up Visits
Most patients have follow-up visits 1-2 times per week. These appointments typically last 20-30 minutes.
Each Visit Includes:
Wound Evaluation
Measuring progress, checking for infection, assessing healing.
Treatment Application
Reapplication of regenerative products as needed.
Progress Documentation
Photos and measurements to track improvement.
What You Should Prepare
Have Ready:
- • List of current medications
- • Insurance cards
- • Medical records if available
- • List of questions
Space Setup:
- • Clean, well-lit area
- • Table for supplies
- • Comfortable seating
- • Easy access to wound
Cost & Insurance Coverage
Medicare Part B
Covers treatments
Private Insurance
Most plans accepted
Medicare Advantage
Check plan coverage
The Bottom Line
Mobile wound care brings board-certified specialists and advanced regenerative treatments right to your door. No more difficult trips to clinics—healing happens where you're most comfortable.