Skin substitutes, also called cellular and tissue-based products, are specialized products used by wound care providers. Product categories, regulatory pathways and payer coverage rules differ, and coverage policies change often, so sourcing them takes more care than ordinary dressings.
We supply skin substitutes to qualified wound care providers only, and review product selection with each account.
Product categories
- Products derived from human tissue, such as amniotic or dermal products.
- Animal-derived matrices, such as porcine or bovine.
- Synthetic and bioengineered matrices.
- Each product has its own regulatory pathway, sizes and handling instructions.
Before you order
- Confirm the product's regulatory status and the documentation the manufacturer provides.
- Check current payer coverage and documentation requirements. Policies change, so verify before each new product.
- Confirm storage and handling: some products need specific temperature conditions.
- Choose sizes carefully, since these are high-value products and waste is costly.
Tracking and records
Keep lot and serial tracking for every unit used, as tissue products generally require traceability. Your EHR or a simple log works, as long as it's kept consistently.
How we work with providers
We verify that the ordering provider is qualified, review product selection with each account and confirm availability and lead time before ordering.
Managing inventory
Because skin substitutes are high-value and some have specific storage needs or limited shelf life, most providers order close to the time of use rather than holding large inventory. Agree on lead times in advance so procedures can be scheduled with confidence.
Questions to ask your supplier
- What's the product's regulatory status, and what documentation comes with it?
- What sizes are available?
- What are the storage and handling requirements?
- What's the lead time?
- How is lot information provided?
Frequently asked questions
Who can order skin substitutes?
We supply them only to qualified wound care providers and verify each account.
Do coverage rules change?
Yes, often. Check current payer policies and documentation requirements before using a new product.
Do you track lot numbers?
Lot information is provided with every shipment so you can keep the traceability records tissue products require.
Can we keep skin substitutes in stock?
Some providers keep limited stock, but because of cost and storage requirements, many order close to the time of use.
Ready to price skin substitutes?
Send us what you need and we'll reply with one quote, usually within a business day.
This guide is general product and purchasing information for licensed healthcare businesses. It isn't medical, legal or regulatory advice. Follow your medical director's protocols and the manufacturer's instructions.