Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - HIFU revenues for Q1 2025 were EUR 6.2 million, an increase of 6.8% compared to EUR 5.8 million in Q1 2024 [11][24] - Total worldwide revenue for Q1 2025 was EUR 13.6 million, a decrease of 9.1% from EUR 14.9 million in the same period in 2024 [12][25] - Gross profit for Q1 2025 was EUR 5.7 million, down from EUR 6.4 million in Q1 2024, with a gross profit margin of 42% compared to 42.8% year-over-year [25][26] - Net loss for Q1 2025 was EUR 7.1 million or EUR 0.19 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of EUR 4.5 million or EUR 0.12 per diluted share in the prior year [27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company placed nine Focal One systems in Q1 2025, a record for any first quarter, including six cash sales and three operating leases [4][6] - U.S. procedures grew approximately 4% over Q1 2024, despite longer review and approval times for Medicare Advantage patients [12][13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Four cash sales of Focal One systems were completed outside the U.S. in Q1 2025, indicating growing international demand [11] - The company noted that over half of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) member institutions now have access to the Focal One platform [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to become the global leader in HIFU focal therapy, focusing on growing its core HIFU business and expanding clinical data support [4][6] - The launch of the new Focal One I robotic HIFU system is expected to enhance technological leadership and meet future needs of surgeons [22][31] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged challenges in the payer landscape, particularly with Medicare Advantage plans, but noted progress in appeals and approvals [35][38] - The company reiterated its 2025 revenue guidance, expecting HIFU revenue growth between 16% and 25% year-over-year, while non-core segments are projected to decline [30][41] Other Important Information - The company received CE Mark approval for the treatment of deep infiltrating endometriosis, marking a significant regulatory milestone [14][15] - A landmark remote transatlantic Focal One robotic HIFU procedure was successfully conducted, showcasing technological advancements [17][18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Changes in payer landscape and procedure approvals - Management noted that the trends are primarily relevant to Medicare Advantage Plan patients, with ongoing efforts to improve market access and reimbursement [35][36] Question: Continued challenges in Q2 and approval processes - Management confirmed that while there is a risk of denials, notable progress in appeals is being made, with a majority of appeals resulting in approvals [38][39] Question: HIFU sales growth guidance assumptions - The guidance incorporates expected procedure growth and assumes that payer challenges may recede in the second half of the year [40][41] Question: Marketing plans for endometriosis after CE Mark approval - The company is in a controlled market entry phase in CE Mark countries and is preparing for broader launch based on clinical data [44][46]
EDAP TMS(EDAP) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript