CMS has issued new dedicated HCPCS codes E0743 and A4544 along with payments for Noctrix Health's flagship Nidra TM TOMAC therapy and supplies, respectively, intended to treat symptoms of RLS. The new codes will be effective October 1, 2024 , enabling broader access to this breakthrough therapy for millions of Medicare beneficiaries and patients across the United States . The Nidra TM TOMAC System delivers electrical stimulation to the peroneal nerves via a pair of leg-worn devices.
It is the first and only clinically validated, non-pharmacologic treatment designed to reduce symptoms of RLS and improve sleep quality in adults who do not respond to medication. PLEASANTON, Calif. , Aug.
19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Noctrix Health announced that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have established new reimbursement codes and payment for the company's flagship product, the Nidra TM Tonic Motor Activation (TOMAC) system, the first FDA-cleared wearable medical device to treat symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). This milestone marks a pivotal moment in making this breakthrough therapy accessible to millions of patients suffering from debilitating symptoms of RLS, recognizing the critical need for accessible, non-pharmaceutical treatments. Nidra TM TOMAC therapy, which was authorized for marketing in the United States last year following its designation as a "Breakthrough Device" by the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA), remains the only clinically validated, non-pharmaceutical treatment available for patients with RLS.
The CMS decision to issue new codes for Nidra TM underscores recognition of this significant unmet need and facilitates access to this breakthrough therapy for millions of patients who do not respond to pharmaceutical treatments. These patients are left with no other approved or cleared treatment alternatives today and continue to suffer from the debilitating effects of sleep deprivation, poor mental health, and a significantly diminished quality of life. "Receiving dedicated reimbursement codes from CMS is a monumental achievement for Noctrix Health and a testament to our commitment to improving the lives of patients with Restless Legs Syndrome," said Shri Raghunathan , President & CEO of Noctrix Health.
"We are incredibly grateful for this recognition by CMS, which not only validates the innovative technology behind Nidra TM TOMAC therapy but also ensures that more patients will have access to this life-changing treatment. This milestone represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide effective, non-pharmaceutical solutions for those in need." Justin Kelly , Senior Vice President of Patient Access at Noctrix Health, added, "The CMS decision to provide dedicated codes E0743 and A4544 for Nidra TM TOMAC therapy and supplies is a crucial development in expanding patient access to this groundbreaking treatment.
Our team has worked tirelessly to advocate for the needs of RLS patients, and this recognition by CMS is a major victory for them. We look forward to working with healthcare providers and payers to ensure that patients across the country can benefit from this innovative therapy." Dr.
Mark Buchfuhrer , MD, clinical associate professor at Stanford University and one of the principal investigators who was involved in the foundational clinical studies that led to the FDA marketing authorization of TOMAC therapy, emphasized the importance of this recognition: "RLS is a condition that profoundly impacts the quality of life for millions of patients. The availability of a non-pharmaceutical option like Nidra TM , now supported by CMS reimbursement, is a game-changer in our treatment approach. This decision will allow more patients to receive effective care, leading to better outcomes and improved quality of life.
" The two new CMS reimbursement codes (E0743 for the devices and A4544 for the supplies ) along with the associated payments will become effective on October 1, 2024 , enabling more healthcare providers to offer this innovative treatment to eligible patients. Noctrix Health remains committed to advancing patient care and will continue to work closely with the medical About Noctrix Health Noctrix Health, Inc. is a medical device company dedicated to developing clinically validated breakthrough medical technologies that improve the quality of life for patients with chronic medical conditions.
The Nidra TM Tonic Motor Activation (TOMAC) Therapy is a first-in-class, non-pharmacologic therapy for reducing symptoms of primary moderate-severe Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) and improving sleep quality in adults who are refractory to medications. For additional information including full prescribing information, safety, and contraindications, visit www.nidrarls.
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