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EU MDR / IVDR

EU MDR Article 22: Systems and Procedure Packs — Producer Obligations Guide

Complete guide to EU MDR Article 22 system and procedure pack producer obligations, the no-additional-CE-mark rule, Article 22(4) triggers, UDI, and the FDA convenience-kit comparison.

Clinical Evidence

Master Protocols and Platform Trials for Medical Devices: The Adoption Gap

Analysis of master protocol, platform, basket, and umbrella trial adoption in medical devices — with ClinicalTrials.gov data showing near-zero device uptake and when the design pays off.

Clinical Evidence

FDA Medical Device Development Tools (MDDT): Program & Qualified Tools Guide

Complete guide to the FDA Medical Device Development Tools (MDDT) program: 4 tool categories, 2-phase no-fee qualification process, and full matrix of all 21 qualified tools.

Reimbursement & Market Access

Medicare CLFS Under PAMA: What IVD & Diagnostic Developers Must Know in 2026

Comprehensive 2026 guide to Medicare CLFS lab payment under PAMA: applicable lab rules, 3-year CDLT cycle, ADLT status, gapfilling, and CAA 2026 Section 6226 updates.

Commercialization

Teleflex Global Regulatory Dossier: Arrow, UroLift, FDA Data & 2025 Sale

Data-driven regulatory dossier of Teleflex (NYSE: TFX): ~440 FDA 510(k)s, multi-country registration counts, Arrow Class I recalls, and the 2025 $2.03B divestiture.

Regulatory

FDA Medical Device Master Files (MAF): Types, LOA & Sourcing Strategy (2026)

2026 guide to FDA Medical Device Master Files (MAF under 21 CFR 814.20): functional categories, LOA workflow, MAF vs DMF vs DMR, and eSTAR integration.

Regulatory

FDA Regenerative Medicine: 351/361 HCT/P Determination and RMAT Designation

A regulatory and decision framework for cell and gene therapy sponsors: determining 351 BLA vs 361 HCT/P status, qualifying for RMAT designation, and comparing expedited pathways.

MDSAP

MDSAP in 2026: Revised Audit Approach, TGA Migration, and Post-QMSR Value

A strategic evaluation of MDSAP in 2026: analyzing the February 2026 revised audit approach, the TGA mdsap.global migration, and a post-QMSR ROI decision framework.

Supply Chain

Defense Production Act & Buy American for Medical Devices (2026)

A decision guide for medical device makers on U.S. domestic incentives: DPA Title III grants, Buy American Act thresholds, TAA exemptions, and tax rules.

Regulatory

FDA Medical Device Advisory Committees: Panel Referral & Prep (2026)

Guide to FDA Medical Devices Advisory Committee (MDAC) panel referrals under Section 515(c), voting mechanics, sponsor preparation, and TAP vs FDORA 3302.

Clinical Evidence

How to Choose a Medical Device CRO: Selection & Due Diligence (2026)

Vendor-neutral guide to selecting a medical device CRO: ISO 14155:2026 and ICH E6(R3) compliance, RFP execution, FDA 483 due diligence, and cost models.

Regulatory

FCPA Compliance for Medical Device Manufacturers: 2025 Shifts and Case Record

A guide to US FCPA compliance for medical device manufacturers, covering the 2025 DOJ guidelines, historical cases, distributor red flags, and QMS controls.

Regulatory

FDA Pediatric Medical Device Regulation: Pathways, Section 515A, and Waivers

A guide to US FDA pediatric device regulation: Section 515A submissions, premarket pathways, MDUFA user-fee waivers, extrapolation, and PDC grants.

Reimbursement & Market Access

Medicare OPPS Device Pass-Through: CY2026 Categories and Criteria

A guide to Medicare OPPS transitional pass-through device payments, covering CY2026 categories, 42 CFR 419.66 criteria, and the FDA Breakthrough pathway.

Reimbursement & Market Access

DMEPOS Prior Authorization for Devices: Master, Required & the 2026 Exemption

A comprehensive guide to traditional Medicare DMEPOS prior authorization. Understand the Master and Required lists, the 2026 updates, and the 90% supplier exemption.

Reimbursement & Market Access

Medicare Advantage Prior Authorization for Medical Devices: Navigating the 2026 Rules

A comprehensive guide to Medicare Advantage prior authorization for medical devices. Learn about CMS-0057-F timelines, CY2026 rules, denial rates, and appeal strategies.

Regulatory

Aesthetic Medical Device Adverse Events and Recalls: A MAUDE Data Analysis

A data-driven analysis of FDA MAUDE adverse events and recalls across aesthetic device classes, analyzing breast implants, lasers, dermal fillers, and cryolipolysis systems.

Regulatory

FDA Safer Technologies Program (STeP) for Medical Devices: Complete Regulatory Guide

A comprehensive guide to the FDA Safer Technologies Program (STeP) in 2026, including eligibility criteria, safety-innovation factors, Q-Submission application steps, benefits, and TAP pilot updates.

Regulatory

Medicare Coverage with Evidence Development (CED) for Medical Devices

A comprehensive guide to Medicare Coverage with Evidence Development (CED) in 2026, mapping active device NCDs, study and registry requirements, and the graduation timeline.

Reimbursement & Market Access

Bundled Payments for Medical Devices: BPCI-Advanced, CJR & Implant Pricing

A strategic playbook for medical device companies navigating CMS bundled payment models (BPCI-Advanced, CJR). Dissects implant pricing and NTAP/OPPS exclusions.