How U.S. Reimbursement Impacts MedTech Product Design

How U.S. Reimbursement Impacts MedTech Product Design

How U.S. Reimbursement Impacts MedTech Product DesignNicole Coustier
Published on: 01/09/2025

Design decisions can make or break reimbursement success. Learn why U.S. payment systems should influence your MedTech product development strategy.

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How U.S. Payers View “Value” — And Why “Cost-Saving” and “Costs More” Don’t Always Mix

How U.S. Payers View “Value” — And Why “Cost-Saving” and “Costs More” Don’t Always Mix

How U.S. Payers View “Value” — And Why “Cost-Saving” and “Costs More” Don’t Always MixNicole Coustier
Published on: 18/08/2025

U.S. payers don’t define “value” the same way as clinicians or investors. This article breaks down how payers assess value — and how early-stage MedTech startups can build compelling strategies for reimbursement success.

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The Hidden Bias in Reimbursement: Why First Movers May Have It Easier

The Hidden Bias in Reimbursement: Why First Movers May Have It Easier

The Hidden Bias in Reimbursement: Why First Movers May Have It EasierNicole Coustier
Published on: 06/02/2025

Why do better technologies struggle for reimbursement while outdated ones thrive? Discover the hidden bias in payer decision-making—and why second movers in MedTech face steeper evidence hurdles than the first.

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The World After FDA Clearance: From HOORAY! To WAIT, WHAT?

The World After FDA Clearance: From HOORAY! To WAIT, WHAT?

The World After FDA Clearance: From HOORAY! To WAIT, WHAT?Nicole Coustier
Published on: 20/08/2024

FDA clearance is a milestone—not the finish line. Why reimbursement hurdles follow right after.

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How Hospital Financial Decisions Shape the Fate of New MedTech Innovations

How Hospital Financial Decisions Shape the Fate of New MedTech Innovations

How Hospital Financial Decisions Shape the Fate of New MedTech InnovationsNicole Coustier
Published on: 07/08/2024

Hospitals are the gatekeepers of device adoption. Learn how to align with their economics.

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Relearning English When it Comes to FDA and CMS Jargon

Relearning English When it Comes to FDA and CMS Jargon

Relearning English When it Comes to FDA and CMS JargonNicole Coustier
Published on: 04/06/2024

MedTech teams often misunderstand what regulators mean. This article translates FDA and CMS jargon into actionable insights for reimbursement.

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