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Group 1 - CareDx, Inc. (CDNA) reported preliminary fourth quarter revenue of approximately $108 million, an increase of 25% year-over-year [1] - Testing services revenue for the fourth quarter was approximately $78 million, reflecting a 23% increase [1] - Testing services volume reached approximately 53,000, marking a 17% increase [1] Group 2 - Preliminary revenue for 2025 was approximately $380 million, an increase of 14% year-over-year [2] - Testing services revenue for 2025 was approximately $274 million, an increase of 10% [2] - Testing services volume for 2025 was approximately 200,000, an increase of 14% [2]

Core Insights - Exagen Inc. reported preliminary unaudited financial results for Q4 and the full year 2025, indicating strong revenue growth and operational progress [1][2]. Financial Performance - Total revenue for Q4 2025 is projected to be between $16 million and $17 million, while total revenue for the full year is expected to be between $66 million and $67 million [2]. - Year-over-year revenue growth for Q4 is estimated at 17% to 24%, and for the full year, growth is projected at 19% to 20% [2]. - The AVISE CTD test volume is expected to be between 136,000 and 137,000, with a trailing 12-month average selling price (ASP) of $441 to $445 [2]. - Year-end cash and cash equivalents are reported at $32 million, reflecting a $10 million increase from 2024 [4]. Operational Highlights - The company has made significant advancements in its commercial, scientific, and operational teams, leading to the launch of enhancements to the AVISE platform [2]. - The AVISE CTD ASP has expanded by at least $30 compared to 2024, and test volume has grown by at least 13,000, marking an 11% increase over the previous year [4]. Strategic Focus - Exagen aims to transform care for patients with autoimmune diseases through innovative testing solutions, enhancing decision-making and clinical outcomes [5]. - The company is committed to investing in innovation and advancing its strategy to improve the standard of care in autoimmune disease management [2].

Core Viewpoint - CareDx, Inc. faces uncertainty due to proposed reimbursement changes that threaten its core testing business, impacting near-term growth, while the company's expanding transplant solutions platform positions it for long-term opportunities in an $8 billion market [1][5]. Company Overview - CareDx is a provider of solutions for transplant centers, offering lab tests, transplant management services, digital administration, and pharma services, targeting a total addressable market (TAM) of $8 billion [3]. Financial Performance - In the second quarter, CareDx reported adjusted earnings of 10 cents, missing the consensus estimate of 12 cents, with sales of $86.68 million, also below the consensus of $90.56 million [4]. - The company narrowed its fiscal 2025 sales guidance from $365 million-$375 million to $367 million-$373 million, compared to the consensus of $370.79 million [4]. Analyst Insights - Analyst Andrew F. Brackmann views CareDx as a deeply undervalued company with a powerful platform, despite ongoing reimbursement challenges that raise questions about its future [2][5]. - Brackmann initiated coverage with a Market Perform rating, noting that shares trade at a 67% discount to peers based on a 2026 revenue multiple and discounted cash flow analysis suggesting a fair value closer to $20 per share [6]. Market Dynamics - The proposed local coverage decision affecting CareDx's testing services, which account for about 75% of revenue, may create modest revenue headwinds, leaving near-term forecasts unclear [5]. - CareDx has faced challenges including reimbursement issues, patent disputes, regulatory probes, and leadership changes, with potential downside from the draft LCD appearing priced in [7]. Stock Performance - CareDx's stock is currently trading higher by 1.02% to $12.88, reflecting some market optimism despite the uncertainties [8].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - CareDx reported quarterly revenue of $84.7 million, an 18% increase year over year, with adjusted EBITDA of $4.6 million [11][31][39] - The company ended the quarter with a cash balance of $231 million and no debt [11][39] - Non-GAAP gross margin improved to 68.5%, up 150 basis points year over year [34][35] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Testing services revenue was $61.9 million, up 15% year over year, with approximately 47,100 tests delivered, a 12% increase from the prior year [11][32] - Patient and Digital Solutions revenue reached $12 million, representing a 24% year over year growth [29][33] - Lab products revenue was $10.8 million, up 26% year over year, driven by sales of AlloSeq TX kits [29][33] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - CareDx added 3.5 million new covered lives for AlloMap Heart and 15.5 million for AlloSure testing in the first quarter [14] - The company launched two expanded indications for AlloSure, targeting pediatric heart transplant patients and simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplant patients [12][13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - CareDx aims to achieve $365 million to $375 million in revenue for 2025, with a long-range plan of reaching $500 million in revenue by 2027 [11][39] - The company is focusing on expanding its testing services and enhancing market access strategies through published evidence and payer network integration [10][14][29] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a positive trend in surveillance testing volumes, particularly in kidney testing, and expects continued growth in the coming quarters [46][52] - The company anticipates a significant uptick in transplant procedures in the second half of the year due to the initiation of the IOTA program [84] Other Important Information - CareDx is integrating Epic Aura to streamline the ordering process for healthcare providers, with a full launch expected by the end of the year [29][61] - The company reached an agreement to resolve a securities class action litigation for $20.25 million, with expected coverage from insurers [38] Q&A Session Summary Question: Signs of volume returning in surveillance testing - Management confirmed that they are seeing signs of volume returning, particularly in kidney testing, and expect continued growth [46][47] Question: Higher than expected R&D and SG&A expenses - Management explained that the increase in operating expenses was primarily due to investments in sales and marketing, with a focus on maintaining a tight control on overall expenses [48][49] Question: Progress on surveillance volumes and protocols - Management indicated that they are making progress on surveillance testing protocols and expect growth in Q2 [51][52] Question: Impact of new CPT code on coverage and ASP - Management highlighted that the new AlloSure specific code will facilitate better payer contracts and improve ASP per test [85] Question: Incremental benefit from transplant pharmacy on testing services revenue - Management noted that the synergy between patient solutions and testing services is strong, leading to greater engagement and protocol adoption [88][90] Question: Competitive developments in the space - Management expressed confidence in CareDx's market leadership and does not anticipate competitive announcements impacting guidance [97][98]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported quarterly revenue of $84.7 million, an increase of 18% year over year, with adjusted EBITDA of $4.6 million, compared to an adjusted EBITDA loss of $1.9 million in Q1 2024 [9][31][35] - The cash balance at the end of the quarter was $231 million, with no debt, reflecting a $15 million increase from $216 million at the end of Q1 2024 [9][35] - Non-GAAP gross margin improved to 68.5%, up 150 basis points year over year, driven by ASP expansion [30][31] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Testing services revenue was $61.9 million, up 15% year over year, with approximately 47,100 tests delivered, a 12% increase from the prior year [9][29] - Patient and Digital Solutions revenue reached $12 million, representing a 24% year over year growth, while products revenue was $10.8 million, up 26% year over year [26][30] - Adjusted testing services revenue was $63 million, up 26% year over year on a comparable basis, excluding $1.1 million in write-offs for aged receivables [30] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company added 3.5 million new covered lives for AlloMap Heart and 15.5 million new covered lives for AlloSure testing in the first quarter [12] - The launch of two expanded indications for AlloSure testing is expected to enhance market penetration, particularly in pediatric heart transplant patients and simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplant patients [10][11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding its testing services and market access strategies, with a long-range plan to achieve $500 million in revenue and 20% adjusted EBITDA by 2027 [9] - A significant initiative to integrate Epic Aura aims to streamline the ordering process for healthcare providers, enhancing operational efficiency [25][26] - The company is investing in sales and marketing to accelerate growth, with a disciplined approach to managing G&A and legal expenses [33] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the gradual return of surveillance testing volumes, particularly in kidney testing, and expects continued growth in Q2 [44][50] - The company anticipates a significant uptick in transplant procedures in the second half of the year, driven by the initiation of the IOTA program [78] - Management reiterated guidance for 2025 revenue of $365 million to $375 million, with expectations of mid-teens growth in testing volumes [36][37] Other Important Information - The company reached an agreement to resolve a securities class action litigation for $20.25 million, with expected coverage of approximately $14.9 million from D&O insurers [34] - The company is enhancing its revenue cycle management processes to improve billing and collections, which is expected to drive ASP increases over the next six to eight quarters [66] Q&A Session Summary Question: Signs of volume returning for surveillance testing - Management confirmed that they are seeing signs of volume returning, particularly in kidney testing, and progress has been made on surveillance testing protocols [44] Question: Higher than expected R&D and SG&A expenses - Management noted that the increase in operating expenses was primarily driven by investments in sales and marketing, with a focus on maintaining a tight control on overall expenses [45] Question: Additional color on surveillance volumes and protocols - Management emphasized that while they are making progress, they expect to see growth in Q2, with centers responding positively to the reinitiation of surveillance [50] Question: Impact of new LCDs for transplant testing - Management believes that the growing body of evidence supporting surveillance testing will solidify their position for coverage, although no specific timing for new LCDs was provided [51] Question: Feedback on Epic integration - Management indicated that the integration is ahead of schedule, with a full launch expected by the end of Q2, which is anticipated to reduce friction for healthcare providers [54][60] Question: Incremental benefit from transplant pharmacy on testing services revenue - Management highlighted that the synergy between patient solutions and testing services is strong, leading to greater access and engagement with customers [82]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - CareDx reported Q4 2024 revenue of $86.6 million, a 32% increase year-over-year, and full-year revenue of $334 million, up 19% year-over-year [10][36] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $9.8 million, with a full-year adjusted EBITDA of $27.8 million, compared to an adjusted EBITDA loss of $38 million in 2023 [10][42] - The company ended the year with a cash balance of $261 million and no debt, generating $22 million in cash from operations in Q4 [10][44] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Testing Services revenue was $63.8 million in Q4, up 37% year-over-year, with approximately 45,500 tests delivered, a 14% increase from the prior year [12][13] - Patient and Digital Solutions revenue reached approximately $11.4 million in Q4, representing an 18% year-over-year growth [15] - Lab Products revenue was $11.4 million, showing a 23% year-over-year growth, driven by sales of AlloSeq Tx NGS-based HLA typing kits [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - CareDx expanded AlloMap Heart coverage to 21 million commercial lives and added 12.2 million new commercial covered lives for AlloSure in Q4 [14] - For the full year 2024, the company added or expanded coverage for 28 million lives for AlloMap Heart and 36 million new commercial covered lives for AlloSure [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - CareDx aims for long-term profitable growth, targeting $370 million in revenue for 2025 and $500 million by 2027, with a focus on operational excellence and evidence generation to expand payer coverage [10][20] - The company plans to launch several new products in 2025, including AlloSure Heart for pediatric patients and AlloSure Kidney for simultaneous pancreas and kidney transplant patients [26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted 2024 as a transformational year and expressed confidence in achieving significant milestones in 2025, particularly in expanding testing services and payer coverage [20][22] - The company anticipates continued adoption of surveillance testing and expects to see a ramp-up in testing volumes as transplant centers implement new protocols [76][112] Other Important Information - The company reported a reversal of a $96 million liability related to patent litigation, resulting in a positive GAAP net income of approximately $52.5 million for 2024 [42] - CareDx has authorized a share buyback program of up to $50 million over two years, following a previous buyback of approximately $29 million [44] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about efforts in converting existing accounts with less than 3 solutions to 3 or more solutions? - Management emphasized the focus on synergistic solutions and the importance of the XynQAPI product for quality reporting, which is expected to drive growth in testing services [56] Question: What is the path forward regarding litigation after the reversal of the $96 million verdict? - Management indicated that the litigation may be appealed but emphasized the importance of capital allocation towards growth opportunities and share buybacks if no strategic investments are identified [66] Question: Can you clarify how much revenue from prior period collections impacted Q4 and 2025 guidance? - Q4 revenue included about $2.2 million from prior period collections, with a total of $17 million recognized throughout 2024, but no contribution from these collections is included in the 2025 guidance [72][73] Question: How much of the mid-teens volume growth in 2025 is expected from increased surveillance testing? - Management believes surveillance testing will significantly contribute to volume growth, with ongoing discussions with transplant centers to implement protocols [75][112] Question: What opportunities exist to improve revenue capture through the billing organization? - Management discussed the restructuring of the billing team and the implementation of improved processes to enhance cash collection and billing efficiency [87][91]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - CareDx reported quarterly revenue of $86.6 million for Q4 2024, representing a 32% year-over-year increase [10] - Full year 2024 revenue reached $334 million, up 19% year-over-year, exceeding the high end of guidance [36] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $9.8 million, with a full year adjusted EBITDA of $27.8 million, a significant improvement from a loss of $38 million in 2023 [10][42] - The company ended the year with a cash balance of $261 million and no debt, generating $22 million in cash from operations in Q4 [10][44] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Testing Services revenue for Q4 was $63.8 million, up 37% year-over-year, with approximately 45,500 tests delivered, marking a 14% increase [12][13] - Patient and Digital Solutions revenue was approximately $11.4 million in Q4, representing an 18% year-over-year growth [15] - Lab Products revenue also reached $11.4 million, showing a 23% year-over-year increase, driven by sales of AlloSeq Tx NGS-based HLA typing kits [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - CareDx expanded payer coverage significantly, adding or expanding coverage for 28 million lives for AlloMap Heart and 36 million lives for AlloSure in 2024 [14] - Approximately 5% of CareDx's revenue comes from outside the U.S., with significant potential for growth in the European market [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims for long-term profitable growth, targeting $370 million in revenue for 2025 and $500 million by 2027, with a focus on operational excellence and scaling business profitably [10][48] - Key growth drivers include a go-to-market strategy to provide comprehensive solutions to transplant centers, evidence generation to expand payer coverage, and operational excellence to improve efficiency [20][22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving significant milestones in 2025, particularly with the anticipated implementation of the IOTA program for kidney transplant centers [23][24] - The company is focused on enhancing patient adherence to immunosuppressants through a medication therapy management program launching in 2025 [26] Other Important Information - The company has initiated a share buyback program of up to $50 million over two years, reflecting confidence in its financial position [44] - A significant legal victory reversed a prior $96 million verdict, positively impacting the company's financial statements for 2024 [42] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss efforts in converting existing accounts with fewer than three solutions to three or more solutions? - Management highlighted the focus on the XynQAPI product for quality reporting and the launch of a medication therapy management program to assist patients with drug interactions, which will drive the use of AlloSure [56] Question: What is the path forward regarding litigation after the reversal of the $96 million verdict? - Management indicated that while an appeal is likely, the reversal allows for strategic capital allocation, including reinvestment in growth opportunities and share buybacks [66] Question: Can you clarify the impact of prior period collections on Q4 revenue and guidance for 2025? - Q4 revenue included approximately $2.2 million from prior period collections, with no contributions from these one-time tests included in the 2025 guidance [72][73] Question: How much of the mid-teens volume growth in 2025 is expected from increased surveillance testing? - Management believes surveillance testing will significantly contribute to mid-teens volume growth, with ongoing discussions to turn on protocols at transplant centers [75] Question: What opportunities exist to improve revenue capture through the billing organization? - The company is focused on enhancing billing processes and systems to improve cash collection, with a new leader in place to drive these initiatives [87][90] Question: Can you remind us of the objectives of the KOAR study? - The KOAR study is a prospective multicenter study evaluating the efficacy of AlloSure Kidney to detect rejection, which is crucial for payer acceptance and product adoption [96]