Glossary
Wagner grade
A classification system for the severity of diabetic foot ulcers.
The Wagner grade classifies diabetic foot ulcers from 0 (intact skin at risk) to 5 (extensive gangrene). Medicare coverage for HBOT generally applies to Wagner grade III or higher wounds that have failed standard care.
More terms
UHMS
The Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, which sets indication standards.
HIF-1α
A cellular oxygen-sensing protein involved in healing signals.
Marx protocol
The staged HBOT-and-surgery approach for osteoradionecrosis of the jaw.
CPT 99183
The billing code for physician supervision of an HBOT session.