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PA Department of Health Trainings for Clinicians and Non-Clinicians: Caring for People with Xylazine-Associated Wounds
UPMC Health Plan·PA · Emergency Medicine, Infectious Disease, Wound Care +2 more·Education
Effective date
Oct 23, 2024
We identified it
Aug 7, 2026
Summary
The PA Department of Health is offering free virtual trainings on xylazine-associated wound care for clinicians (Nov 6) and non-clinicians (Oct 23). Clinicians can earn 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits, and Certified Recovery Specialists can use credits toward certification requirements. This is an educational opportunity with no direct billing impact but may be relevant for practices treating patients with substance use disorders.
Action Required
No billing system changes required. This is an informational announcement about optional educational training. Practices may optionally: (1) Share training registration link with clinicians and non-clinical staff interested in xylazine-associated wound care; (2) Encourage clinicians to register for the Nov 6 webinar to earn 2 CME credits; (3) Encourage Certified Recovery Specialists to register for the Oct 23 or Nov 6 session to earn credits toward recertification. No impact to billing workflows, coding, documentation requirements, or claim submission.