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    Pathology group sues to block FDA lab test rule

    The Association for Molecular Pathology is the second lab trade group urging the courts to void an FDA policy expanding oversight of diagnostic tests.

    By Aug. 30, 2024
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    Masimo’s consumer audio brands attract more suitors

    Negotiations with a potential joint venture partner will continue while Masimo initiates discussions with new parties that have expressed interest in the consumer audio business.

    By Aug. 21, 2024
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    Experts fear patient harm from FDA’s lab developed test rule

    Decreased access to diagnostic tests, worsening patient care and practice closures are among the concerns the AMA and others have raised as the regulation takes effect.

    By Aug. 5, 2024
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    Philips sues independent lab, alleges ‘numerous egregious errors’ in CPAP foam tests

    Philips claimed PSN Labs overestimated the potential threat to patients, saying it “would have pursued a different and more focused recall” if not for the results.

    By Aug. 2, 2024
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    Guardant settles allegations it violated the False Claims Act

    The settlement resolves claims that an oncologist ordered significantly more tests after Guardant hired two people the physician recommended for jobs at the company.

    By July 23, 2024
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    Masimo sues activist investor Politan, postpones annual meeting

    The latest turn in the recent drama comes days after proxy advisory firms ISS and Glass Lewis backed two Politan nominees for Masimo’s board.

    By July 16, 2024
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    FDA’s lab developed test rule could be first check on agency’s power post-Chevron

    The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine would make it easier to challenge agency regulations, such as the LDT final rule.

    By , July 11, 2024
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    Roche sues Foresight and Stanford, alleging use of trade secrets

    Roche said Stanford applied for patents relating to cancer detection and monitoring technology using its confidential information.

    By July 3, 2024
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    Dermtech files for Chapter 11, lays off 20% of staff

    The diagnostic test maker will continue to hunt for a buyer for its skin cancer detection patch.

    By June 20, 2024
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    Former Stimwave CEO gets 6 years in prison for fake device scheme

    The case centered on allegations that Stimwave marketed a dummy piece of plastic as a receiver of radiofrequency energy.

    By June 20, 2024
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    Masimo embroiled in dual DOJ, SEC probes

    Masimo will have to juggle the government inquiries while also dealing with an activist investor-led proxy battle.

    By June 13, 2024
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    Vyaire Medical files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

    CEO John Bibb said the move gives Vyaire “breathing room” as the ventilator manufacturer looks to sell its businesses.

    By June 11, 2024
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    Lab industry sues to stop FDA’s new LDT rule

    The American Clinical Laboratory Association argues the agency does not have the authority to enforce stricter standards on lab developed tests.

    By May 30, 2024
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    Philips reaches major settlements related to respiratory devices recall

    A judge recently finalized an economic claims settlement, and Philips said it reached an agreement on medical claims.

    By May 2, 2024
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    Judge approves settlement of more than $500M from Philips recall

    Philips could be on the hook for more costs if eligible claims for recalled or returned respiratory devices exceed the amount agreed to in the settlement.

    By April 25, 2024
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    EU launches probe of China’s medical device market

    China’s procurement market for medical devices has gradually become more closed for European and foreign companies, the European Commission alleges.

    By April 24, 2024
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    FTC votes to ban noncompetes, with far-reaching effects on doctors

    The FTC estimates the final rule would lower healthcare costs by $194 billion over the next decade, while freeing up physicians to more easily move between employers.

    By Rebecca Pifer • April 24, 2024
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    European Commission approves Illumina’s proposed Grail split

    Selling Grail to a third party would free Illumina of the need to capitalize the company, but the buyer would need the commission’s approval, analysts wrote.

    By April 15, 2024
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    Philips restricted from selling respiratory machines in DOJ consent decree

    The agreement, filed Tuesday, also has export restrictions to ensure U.S. patients receive remediated devices in a timely manner.

    By April 9, 2024
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    Court adviser sides with Illumina in EU row that triggered Grail fine

    Illumina is still planning to divest Grail but may escape a fine of about 432 million euros imposed by the European Commission.

    By March 25, 2024
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    Medtronic claims win in Axonics patent row, pushes for jury trial

    New rulings from a U.S. patent appeal board are the latest step in the companies’ intellectual property dispute over sacral neuromodulation devices.

    By March 22, 2024
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    Former Stimwave CEO found guilty of selling fake implantable device component

    The former executive was convicted on two counts for her role in creating and marketing the faulty devices.

    By March 8, 2024
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    Medtronic asks ITC to stop sales, imports of Axonics devices

    The complaint is the latest move in a long-running patent fight between the two companies regarding neuromodulation devices.

    By March 1, 2024
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    Ex-Mazor exec convicted of insider trading conspiracy linked to $1.6B Medtronic deal

    A federal jury found Doron Tavlin guilty on one count of conspiracy to commit insider trading and 10 counts related to securities fraud.

    By Feb. 22, 2024
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    Invitae hires advisers, considers bankruptcy: WSJ

    Sources told the Wall Street Journal a bankruptcy filing could come within weeks.

    By Feb. 7, 2024