What is Exablate?

The Exablate Model 4000 Type 1.0 and 1.1 System (Exablate Neuro) is a magnetic resonance image-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) system that treats tremors that cannot be controlled using medication alone in essential tremor and tremor-dominant Parkinson’s disease patients by destroying areas of brain tissue.

What is the cost of focused ultrasound?

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has set the institutional payment for focused ultrasound treatment for essential tremor at approximately $10,000.

What is the Neuravive treatment?

What is Neuravive Treatment? Neuravive is a quick, incision-free treatment that improves tremor of the hand. It is based on MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) technology, which uses high -intensity focused ultrasound guided by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Who owns Insightec?

Koch Disruptive Technologies
Insightec is controlled by US company Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT), which has invested an overall $200 million for a 40% stake. In 2020, KDT led a $136 million financing round at a $1.3 billion valuation.

When was Exablate neuro approved?

Exablate Neuro was approved in the U.S. in 2016 for the treatment of essential tremor in patients who do not respond to standard therapies and since 2018 for tremor-dominant Parkinson’s.

What is focused ultrasound for Parkinson’s?

Dr. Halpern: Focused ultrasound is a non-invasive, non-surgical procedure that induces an ablation in a zone that helps with symptoms in tremor and Parkinson’s. We use focused ultrasonic waves to create a distinct thermal lesion deep in the brain without injuring surrounding structures.

Is focused ultrasound covered by insurance?

Is focused ultrasound covered by my insurance? The FDA has approved focused ultrasound to treat uterine fibroids, essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease. Unfortunately, insurance companies don’t currently cover this treatment for any of those conditions.

Is focused ultrasound FDA approved?

Kassell, MD. In July 2016, the FDA approved focused ultrasound for the first brain indication – essential tremor. In December 2018, it was approved to treat tremor-dominant PD, which affects approximately 10-20% of the Parkinson’s population.

Is Neuravive covered by insurance?

Incisionless neurosurgery company Insightec said it has won Medicare coverage for its Neuravive MR-guided focused ultrasound device in 13 more states, effective April 1, 2019.

Is Insightec a public company?

INSIGHTEC Ltd., is a privately held medical device company that sells MR guided Focused Ultrasound equipment.

Where is Insightec located?

At Insightec, we prioritize diversity, integrity, and innovation for our global team members, 400 strong at offices in Haifa, Israel, Miami, Dallas, Shanghai, and Tokyo.

Could ultrasound be used to treat Alzheimer’s?

Previous research has shown the long-term safety of ultrasound technology and that pathological changes and cognitive deficits could be improved by using ultrasound to treat Alzheimer’s disease.

What are the side effects of focused ultrasound?

The most common side effects include:

• Nausea.
• Headache during the procedure.
• Temporary mild-to-moderate numbing and tingling in fingertips or lips.
• Temporary unsteadiness in walk, balance problems.
• Temporary speech or swallowing problems.

Is there any new treatment for essential tremor?

DBS: A Pacemaker for the Brain “DBS is a brain surgery that can help treat the debilitating symptoms of essential tremor when medication fails to provide consistent and adequate symptom control,” Dr. Beasley said.

What is the best medicine for essential tremors?

Propranolol and primidone are the drugs used most often. Propranolol is the only drug approved for essential tremor by the US Food and Drug Administration. Evidence shows propranolol and primidone are effective treatments.

Does Medicare cover deep brain stimulation?

WILL DBS BE COVERED? Most public and private health insurance companies, including Medicare, cover approved uses of deep brain stimulation, including essential tremor treatment.