Nemaura Medical announced positive results from an interim analysis of its SugarBEAT non-invasive CGM study. According to the press release, Nemaura plans to launch SugarBEAT in the UK “in the coming months” with FDA fling scheduled for Q1 ’19. Below, FENIX provides thoughts on the potential impact of a non-invasive option for CGM.
Livongo announced a partnership with Abbott to integrate the FreeStyle Libre Pro into the Livongo for Diabetes program. The integration with a professional (retrospective) CGM makes sense given Livongo’s focus on patient education and behavior-based treatment. Below, FENIX provides a unique perspective that the Abbott partnership could signal a limitation in Livongo’s diabetes solution.
Senseonics and Beyond Type 1 announced a collaboration to make the Eversense implantable CGM the “worldwide presenting sponsor of the Type One Run.” Beyond Type 1 is a patient advocacy organization primarily focused on providing patient education and resources through social media. Below, FENIX provides perspective on the partnership opportunity for Senseonics.
Medtronic has started notifying HCPs that its 630G sensor augmented pump (SAP) with low glucose suspend is now available with the Guardian Sensor 3 CGM. This is the same sensor that is being used with the 670G hybrid closed-loop as well as the standalone Guardian Connect CGM system. Medtronic did not issue a press release on the new 630G/Guardian Sensor 3 integration. Below, FENIX provides observations and thoughts on the upgraded sensor integration.
Dexcom announced it has acquired TypeZero. Recall, TypeZero has developed a proprietary inControl algorithm for insulin dose adjustments. The acquisition is viewed as highly positive for both sides: Dexcom gains future revenue streams and IP while TypeZero investors are able to exit with a presumably attractive return. Below, FENIX provides insight into the acquisition.
Medtronic hosted its CY Q2 ’18 (FY Q1 ’19) earnings (press release) and provided a brief update to its diabetes business unit. Below are highlights from the call.
Medtronic announced the launch of its “Inner Circle” patient engagement program for patients on either the 670G hybrid closed-loop or the standalone Guardian Connect CGM. Recall, Medtronic initially disclosed its plans for Inner Circle during the June 2018 Investor Day.
ADA has issued an updated position statement on the treatment of pediatric patients with T1DM.
Senseonics hosted its Q2 ’18 earnings call and provided insight into their raised financial guidance, the recent Eversense implantable CGM US launch, and LCM activities. Below, FENIX provides highlights from the call, in addition to insight on a potential Senseonics acquisition strategy targeted at Roche Diabetes Care.
Express Scripts has released its Exclusion List Changes for the 2019 National Preferred commercial formulary.