When Should a Wound Be Seen by a Specialist in Philadelphia?
Medical Director: John F. Curtis IV, MD – General Surgeon
Many wounds heal with basic care, but others require medical attention to prevent infection, hospitalization, or long-term complications. Knowing when to seek a wound care specialist is critical for patients, caregivers, and referring providers throughout the Philadelphia region.
Signs a Wound Needs Specialist Evaluation
A wound should be evaluated by a specialist if it:
- Has not improved within 10–14 days
- Shows increasing redness, swelling, drainage, odor, or pain
- Occurs in a patient with diabetes, vascular disease, or limited mobility
- Reopens after appearing healed
- Develops black tissue, exposed structures, or signs of infection
Why Early Intervention Matters
Delays in specialist care allow wounds to worsen. Chronic wounds often involve underlying issues such as impaired circulation, pressure, infection, or metabolic disease that require targeted treatment.
How Philadelphia Wound Care Helps
Philadelphia Wound Care provides physician-directed mobile wound care delivered directly to:
- Patients’ homes
- Skilled nursing facilities
- Assisted living communities
- Post-acute and rehabilitation centers
Care plans are evidence-based and coordinated with referring providers to reduce complications and hospital readmissions.
Insurance Coverage
Most wound care services are covered by Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, and many commercial insurance plans.
Service Areas:
Philadelphia • Main Line • Montgomery County • Bucks County
Including home, skilled nursing, assisted living, and post-acute care settings.
Footer Disclosure:
This content is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Wound care services are provided under the medical direction and oversight of John F. Curtis IV, MD, General Surgeon. Individual treatment plans are determined following clinical evaluation. No protected health information (PHI) should be submitted through blog forms.