TDR

Coverage Expansion Continues for One- and Two-level Lumbar Total Disc Replacement as the Top Commercial Payer in Tennessee Establishes Positive Coverage for Centinel Spine's prodisc® L

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Centinel Spine's prodisc L is the only lumbar TDR system in the U.S. approved for one- and two-level use in the lumbar spine.

Key Points: 
  • Centinel Spine's prodisc L is the only lumbar TDR system in the U.S. approved for one- and two-level use in the lumbar spine.
  • Because prodisc L is the only lumbar TDR device with FDA approval for two-level use, the two-level coverage recommendation only applies to the use of the prodisc L lumbar device.
  • This major positive coverage update continues the trend toward significant coverage for one- and two-level lumbar TDR.
  • In September 2023, the largest commercial payer in Michigan added one- and two-level lumbar TDR coverage, providing 5.7 million covered lives with access to lumbar TDR.

Spectra7 and MultiLane to Demonstrate Robust Performance Testing of 800G Active Copper Interconnects at DesignCon 2024

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (TSXV: SEV) (OTCQB: SPVNF) Spectra7 Microsystems Inc. ("Spectra7" or the "Company"), a leading provider of high-performance analog semiconductor products for broadband connectivity markets, and MultiLane Technologies Inc. (MultiLane), a market leading manufacturer of High-Speed IO and Data Center Interconnect test solutions, announced they will demonstrate their latest 800Gbps product offerings at this year's annual DesignCon Conference Exhibition in Santa Clara, California from Jan 31-Feb 1, 2024. The companies plan to demonstrate robust performance and testing of 800Gbps Active Copper Cable (ACC) products for hyperscale data center applications.

Key Points: 
  • The companies plan to demonstrate robust performance and testing of 800Gbps Active Copper Cable (ACC) products for hyperscale data center applications.
  • DesignCon is the premier high-speed interconnect and system design conference attended by engineers from around the world.
  • "MultiLane prides itself on offering solutions that enable top-tier testing at a large scale," said Elias Khoury, MultiLane Product Line Manager for TDR and cable and transceiver testing.
  • "We are delighted to be working with Spectra7 and their cable partners as they anticipate bringing their 112Gbps products to mass production in 2024."

Centinel Spine® PMA Application for First-of-its-Kind 2-Level prodisc® C Vivo and prodisc C SK Match-the-Disc™ Cervical Total Disc Replacement System Filed and Proceeding with Substantive Review

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

The clinical trial evaluated the safety and effectiveness of the prodisc C Vivo and prodisc C SK system by comparing it with an approved total disc replacement (TDR) product as a control for 2-level indications.

Key Points: 
  • The clinical trial evaluated the safety and effectiveness of the prodisc C Vivo and prodisc C SK system by comparing it with an approved total disc replacement (TDR) product as a control for 2-level indications.
  • The filing date for the Company's PMA application was September 27, 2023 and the submission is now under substantive review by the FDA.
  • "The prodisc C Vivo and prodisc C SK 2-level cervical disc clinical trial was unique in two ways," said Centinel Spine CEO Steve Murray.
  • The prodisc C Vivo system has been in clinical use internationally since 2009 and is currently one of the most frequently implanted TDR devices in the world.

Centinel Spine Surgical Stadium Event at NASS 2023 to Demonstrate Value of prodisc® Match-the-Disc™ Cervical and Lumbar Total Disc Replacement Systems

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

Centinel Spine is the only company to offer cervical and lumbar total disc replacement (TDR) systems that allow matching the disc to the needs of the patient and surgeon.

Key Points: 
  • Centinel Spine is the only company to offer cervical and lumbar total disc replacement (TDR) systems that allow matching the disc to the needs of the patient and surgeon.
  • The prodisc Match-the-Disc™ cervical and lumbar TDR systems will be featured at Centinel Spine's "Surgical Stadium" event to be held on the NASS exhibit floor on October 18 at 2:30pm local time.
  • According to Dr. Hall, "I appreciate that Centinel Spine continues to support total disc arthroplasty education through programs like this NASS Surgical Stadium event.
  • "Continued surgeon education through the NASS Surgical Stadium type of event is critical as the total disc replacement market rapidly accelerates," said Centinel Spine CEO Steve Murray.

IBM Announces New AI-Powered Threat Detection and Response Services

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

ARMONK, N.Y., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today unveiled the next evolution of its managed detection and response service offerings with new AI technologies, including the ability to automatically escalate or close up to 85% of alerts,1  helping to accelerate security response timelines for clients.

Key Points: 
  • "By combining advanced analytics and real-time threat intelligence with human expertise, IBM's new Threat Detection and Response Services can augment organization's security defenses with a capability that is scalable, continuously improving and strong enough for tomorrow's threats."
  • Leveraging real-time insights from IBM's threat management engagements, the new services use AI to continuously assess and auto-recommend the most effective detection rules – helping to improve alert quality, and speed response times.
  • To support continuous improvement for security operations capabilities, IBM's TDR Services, which are now available, include access to IBM's X- Force Incident Response Services along with the option to include additional proactive security services from IBM X-Force, such as penetration testing, adversary simulation or vulnerability management.
  • Sign up for a webinar to learn more about the new TDR Services and the challenges of having a piecemeal approach to detection and response on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.

Centinel Spine's prodisc® Continues to Change Lives After Over 30 Years and 250,000 Total Disc Replacement Implantations

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

The 250,000 prodisc® Total Disc Replacement (TDR) milestone coincides with the 2023 annual EUROSPINE meeting on October 4-6.

Key Points: 
  • The 250,000 prodisc® Total Disc Replacement (TDR) milestone coincides with the 2023 annual EUROSPINE meeting on October 4-6.
  • Centinel Spine is the only company to offer cervical and lumbar TDR systems that allow matching the disc to the needs of the patient and surgeon.
  • This milestone suggests that total disc replacement has successfully passed the minefields of the 'experimental' phase and proceeded into 'gold standard' territory.
  • In 2006, the next generation prodisc L Lumbar Total Disc Replacement device was approved by the FDA for single-level use.

Culver City Shakti Therapy & Healing Services Announces Ketamine Therapy for TRD

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Following the announcement, individuals suffering from mental health conditions who do not respond to traditional treatments can now access Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), launched by the Shakti Therapy & Healing Services clinic in Los Angeles.

Key Points: 
  • Following the announcement, individuals suffering from mental health conditions who do not respond to traditional treatments can now access Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), launched by the Shakti Therapy & Healing Services clinic in Los Angeles.
  • More information about Shakti Therapy & Healing Services, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and how this treatment helps with treatment-resistant depression can be found at https://www.shaktitherapyhealing.com/post/finding-hope-how-ketamine-ther... .
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    Shakti Therapy & Healing Services' recently added treatment option uses a unique approach, combining pre-treatment preparation, ketamine treatment, and integrated therapy, into each visit.
  • An anxiety treatment case study from Shakti Therapy & Healing Services can be read here: https://ketaminesuccessstories.com/best-ketamine-assisted-therapy-anxiet... .

RHEEM® INTRODUCES RTGH SERIES CONDENSING AND RTG SERIES NON-CONDENSING TANKLESS GAS WATER HEATERS

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

ATLANTA, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rheem® is launching the next generation of its RTGH Series Super High Efficiency Condensing and RTG Series High Efficiency Non-Condensing tankless gas water heaters. This enhanced product line includes new performance features as well as a smaller, more modern design.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rheem® is launching the next generation of its RTGH Series Super High Efficiency Condensing and RTG Series High Efficiency Non-Condensing tankless gas water heaters.
  • Sustainability and efficiency are at the forefront of these tankless water heaters: The RTGH Series condensing (.93 UEF) and RTG Series non-condensing (.82 UEF) offer uncompromised performance while using up to 34% and 25% less energy respectively, than a standard residential 50-gallon tank water heater, helping homeowners minimize environmental impact.
  • Rheem's RTG Series Non-Condensing Tankless Gas Water Heaters feature universal venting options and an industry-leading 43' vent run, making them a flexible solution for tankless replacements and for new residential construction.
  • For additional information on Rheem and the Rheem RTGH Series and RTG Series tankless gas water heaters, visit: www.Rheem.com/Tankless .

Centinel Spine® Announces Record Worldwide prodisc® Total Disc Replacement Revenue and EBITDA-Positive Second Quarter 2023

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Second quarter 2023 worldwide prodisc® Total Disc Replacement (TDR) revenue exceeded $17.5 million in sales—a new record—on 64% growth over second quarter 2022 and sequential 24% growth over first quarter 2023, the company's previous best quarter.

Key Points: 
  • Second quarter 2023 worldwide prodisc® Total Disc Replacement (TDR) revenue exceeded $17.5 million in sales—a new record—on 64% growth over second quarter 2022 and sequential 24% growth over first quarter 2023, the company's previous best quarter.
  • Centinel Spine CEO Steve Murray shared, "We are pleased to have had our fifth consecutive record quarter of prodisc TDR revenue, worldwide.
  • Second quarter 2023 revenue for the Company's worldwide prodisc TDR business exceeded $17.5 million (a record for the company), with 64% growth over Q2 2022 and sequential growth of 24% over Q1 2023 (previous record quarter).
  • Nearly 800 procedures were completed with the new system in the second quarter 2023, representing over 50% sequential procedure volume growth versus first quarter 2023.

Top Commercial Payer in Michigan Significantly Expands Patient Access to Centinel Spine's prodisc® L for One- and Two-level Lumbar Total Disc Replacement

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

The largest commercial payer in Michigan, representing 5.8 million covered lives, has established positive coverage effective September 1 2023 for both one- and two-level lumbar total disc replacement (LTDR) procedures, which includes prodisc®L.

Key Points: 
  • The largest commercial payer in Michigan, representing 5.8 million covered lives, has established positive coverage effective September 1 2023 for both one- and two-level lumbar total disc replacement (LTDR) procedures, which includes prodisc®L.
  • This major positive coverage update continues the trend for one-level lumbar TDR over the last several years, moving the number of covered lives from under 50% in 2017 to now approaching universal coverage for commercial payers.
  • The commercial payer, the largest operating payer in Michigan, previously had no coverage policy for either one- or two-level lumbar TDR.
  • The new positive coverage policy opens access to patients suffering from symptomatic degenerative disc disease (DDD) who can benefit from lumbar TDR using prodisc L for both one- and two-level lumbar TDR.