NeuroOne Medical Technologies (NMTC) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fiscal year 2025 was the most successful year in the history of NeuroOne Medical Technologies, with record product sales growth of 163% to $9.1 million [3][16] - In Q4 2025, product revenue increased 907% to $2.7 million compared to $0.3 million in Q4 2024, with product gross margins improving to 55.8% from 51.8% [5][16] - Total operating expenses decreased by 2% to $2.9 million in Q4 2025, and net loss improved by 52% to $1.6 million, or $0.03 per share [17][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company received FDA 510(k) clearance for the OneRF trigeminal nerve ablation system and advanced the development of spinal cord stimulation electrodes for lower back pain [4][10] - The drug delivery program using SEEG platform electrode technology has garnered significant physician interest, with initial sales reported to a large pharmaceutical company [6][7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is pursuing several market opportunities, including partnerships for gene therapy and glioblastoma drug delivery development [6][7] - The OneRF brain ablation system is gaining traction with accounts as it is released to additional sites, with positive clinical outcomes reported [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to provide financial guidance for fiscal year 2026 after receiving a final forecast from distribution partner Zimmer Biomet [4] - NeuroOne aims to leverage existing technologies and partnerships to expand its product offerings in pain management and drug delivery [9][40] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in driving increased revenue from the OneRF ablation system and preparing for future international sales [15][19] - The company anticipates strong growth prospects and plans to execute its strategy effectively [15][19] Other Important Information - The company raised $8.2 million in capital, strengthening its balance sheet [3] - NeuroOne has received a 180-day extension from Nasdaq to regain compliance with minimum bid price requirements [4] Q&A Session Summary Question: Will there be more procedures for facial pain before year-end? - Management indicated that there are three other centers planning cases, pending some equipment installations [22][23] Question: Were the initial procedures back to back? - Yes, both cases were performed back to back, and scheduling for future cases is expected to be more convenient [24] Question: Will there be more orders from the large pharma player for drug delivery? - Additional orders are anticipated around mid-year as the company prepares to ship more preclinical devices [26] Question: What is the timing for establishing the epilepsy registry? - The registry is expected to be established by Q2 2026, pending site approvals [28][29] Question: What strategies are in place for raising patient awareness? - The company is partnering with organizations like the Epilepsy Foundation to enhance visibility and share patient success stories [30][32] Question: Can you elaborate on the distribution agreement with Zimmer Biomet? - The agreement has expanded to include the brain ablation system, with potential for further growth [41][42] Question: How is the company navigating the reimbursement landscape? - The company is utilizing established reimbursement codes, and the cost advantages of its technology have not hindered adoption [43][45]