Japan Reimbursement (Part 2): How to increase Japan reimbursement after receiving initial Japanese pricing

By MTI Marketing Staff

Many medical device companies want to go to Japan since it is the third-largest market in the world. Oftentimes, device companies want to register their devices quickly in Japan to be on the market and are not focused enough on the initial medical device reimbursement they will get. This can lead to an unprofitable business if the Japanese reimbursement price is not higher than the sales price in Japan. Are there strategies to increase reimbursement?

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Advancing Medtech
Advancing Medtech

Advancing Medtech in 2025: AI, Field Actions, and Regulatory Intelligence

By Seth Goldenberg, PhD

Evolving regulations and market requirements have kept medtech companies on their toes for years. EU MDR, for example, has been a top priority and now, more companies are moving toward EU MDR sustainability. As we look ahead to an unpredictable year in medtech, three areas stand out as opportunities for medtech to drive meaningful progress. AI, recall management, and regulatory intelligence could be key differentiators for medtechs — if approached strategically.

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