Tides Medical

09/25/2026

Artacent Ocular is amniotic tissue for eye-related conditions like dry eye or corneal repair. It's free of rigid or foreign substances that could be
uncomfortable in the sensitive eye area.

09/14/2026

What’s happening in Louisiana is happening across the country.

Today, WRKF/NPR’s Louisiana Considered took a closer look at the impact recent wound care reimbursement changes are having on patient access.

Listen here (the wound care segment begins around 5:42): https://www.wrkf.org/show/louisiana-considered/2026-09-14/why-some-nola-residents-arent-using-ac-cuts-to-la-s-wound-care-services-how-billy-cannon-shaped-angolas-medical-system
It ends with an important call to action — because today is the deadline to weigh in on the CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.
If you work in wound care, healthcare or serve patients who may be affected by these policies, please listen, share and submit a comment.

Comments close tonight, September 14, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Submit your comment at https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/CMS-2026-2377-0002

Not sure what to say? Here are some points to consider in the comment below.

09/10/2026

Artacent Wound and Artacent AC are Tides' amniotic tissue products for chronic wounds. Both are supported by our reimbursement and customer service teams. The only difference is AC contains a third layer of chorion for extra handling strength.

09/04/2026

Wound care policy has real consequences for patients.

In a new NOLA.com guest column, Dr. William Tettelbach highlights how reimbursement changes can affect access to advanced wound care for some of our most vulnerable patients.

As policy continues to evolve, patient access and the many factors that shape it must remain at the center of the conversation.

Read the full op-ed: https://www.nola.com/opinions/guest_columns/guest-column-tettelbach-vulnerable-wound-patients-care/article_689c942d-1b31-47f5-9863-18142c0574e2.html

Wound patients deserve good care, argues guest columnist William Tettelbach. They’re not getting it now.

08/31/2026

From dry eye syndrome to corneal ulcers, chemical burns, and recurrent erosions — Artacent® Ocular provides broad coverage for a wide range of ocular surface conditions.

When versatility matters, trust the biologic that adapts to your patient’s needs.

08/26/2026

It's the best day of the year. What should our Chief Dog Officer, George, do today?

A. Treat himself
B. Take time to rest
C. Get a bath and blowout
D. All of the above

08/22/2026

Ready to explore where Aurix may fit in your wound care program?

The Tides team can support your practice with product education, workflow planning, ordering, implementation, and next steps.

www.tidesmedical.com/aurix | 888-494-4441

08/17/2026

Today on National Nonprofit Day, consider how you will give of your time, talent or treasure to the causes that mean the most to you.

"Giving frees us from the familiar territory of our own needs by opening our mind to the unexplained worlds occupied by the needs of others." - Barbara Bush

08/11/2026

This summer, don't forget the SPF! UV damage is a real threat to your skin and overall health. Protect your most vulnerable organ by wearing SPF, UV-guarded clothing and hats. Stay cool!

08/07/2026

Why does autologous matter?

Aurix is prepared from the patient’s own blood and applied directly to the wound bed. No donor tissue—just the patient’s own platelets and plasma.

www.tidesmedical.com/aurix