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

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Why do better technologies struggle for reimbursement while outdated ones thrive?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 Hidden Bias in Reimbursement: Why First Movers May Have It Easier