CMS Proposes TAVR Medicare Coverage is Potential Boost for Edwards Lifesciences

By MedTech Intelligence Staff

CMS’s proposed expansion of Medicare TAVR coverage to include select asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis patients and reduce access barriers for symptomatic patients could significantly increase TAVR adoption, creating a growth opportunity for Edwards Lifesciences through expanded eligibility, higher procedure volumes, and continued leadership in structural heart care.

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Medtronic Advances Hugo Robotic Surgery Platform with Key FDA Filings and Product Approvals

By MedTech Intelligence Staff

Medtronic announced several regulatory milestones for its Hugo robotic-assisted surgery platform, including FDA submissions for general and gynecologic surgery indications and the LigaSure™ RAS instrument, alongside FDA clearance for its ProGrip™ Advanced hernia mesh. The developments expand the company’s robotic surgery portfolio and support its growth strategy in minimally invasive surgical care.

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Fixing Eligibility at the Point of Care: The Missing Link in Medical Device Reimbursement Integrity

By Peter Justen

MTI Viewpoints Insights shared by industry relative to healthcare and the advancement of medical technology. Peter Justen is Founder and CEO of AmeriTrust Solutions. He works at the intersection of technology, data, and human-centered design to improve access to government programs and streamline administrative processes. Hospitals and health systems make real-time decisions about patient care,…

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The Boston Children’s Experience: Hidden ICU Risk and AI-Driven De-escalation

By Evan Butler

Boston Children’s Hospital physicians say one of the greatest risks in pediatric ICUs is delayed de-escalation of care, which can expose children to prolonged ventilation, sedation, and vasoactive medications. They argue that AI-driven clinical intelligence can help clinicians identify safer timing for weaning and extubation, supporting recovery and improving long-term outcomes.

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