UNDERSTANDING TISSUE ALLOGRAFTS

Human tissue.
Native complexity.

A closer look at placental membranes, their structural role, and the practical questions that shape product selection and access.

Conceptual three-layer tissue membrane illustration
AMNION · INTERMEDIATE LAYER · CHORION
Conceptual illustration
THE TISSUE FOUNDATION

What is a
tissue allograft?

An allograft is tissue donated by one person for use in another. Placental membrane allografts use tissues associated with the placenta, including amnion and chorion.

Products differ in tissue layers, processing, storage, and intended use. Understanding those differences is central to choosing and handling a product.

Tissue architecture

Amnion and chorion are distinct layers. AmnioWrap2 retains both and the intermediate layer between them.

Extracellular matrix

The matrix forms a structural network within tissue. Product processing can affect which native components are retained.

A defined intended use

AmnioWrap2 is intended for homologous use as a protective covering. Follow its current instructions for use.

INSIDE THE ALLOGRAFT

The structure
is part of the story.

Placental membranes contain an extracellular matrix: a structural network that includes collagen and other tissue components. AmnioWrap2 retains the intermediate layer between the amnion and chorion.

CollagenLamininFibronectinProteoglycans
Understand tissue allografts
AmnioWrap2 amnion and chorion membrane histology, 40× magnification
AMNION / CHORION MEMBRANE · 40×
H&E stain: nuclei appear purple; extracellular matrix appears pink. Original R812 product imagery.
COVERAGE & ACCESS

From product selection
to benefit verification.

A practical starting point for your clinic’s billing and authorization team.

MEDICARE

Check the local policy.

Some tissue-based wound products may qualify for Medicare coverage when the applicable coverage and medical-necessity requirements are satisfied. The relevant Medicare Administrative Contractor policy and billing article must be checked for the patient’s jurisdiction.

CMS policy example · L36690
COMMERCIAL PLANS

Verify the exact product.

Commercial insurers set their own product-specific and indication-specific criteria. A plan may cover certain products while considering others investigational or unproven. Check the member’s actual benefits and current policy.

View a commercial payer policy

Before scheduling, confirm:

  • Patient benefits & network status
  • Product and indication eligibility
  • Authorization requirements
  • Clinical documentation
  • Coding and application limits
  • Patient responsibility

Coverage is not guaranteed for AmnioWrap2 or any individual claim. A product listing or code alone does not establish coverage. This information concerns tissue allografts, not PBME Topical. Reviewed October 2026; verify policies for the date of service.

EXPLORE THE PORTFOLIO

Meet AmnioWrap2.

Product details, original histology, handling information, and a dimensional sizing guide.

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