CMS Extends TAVR Medicare Coverage in Win for Edwards

CMS expanded Medicare coverage for Edwards Lifesciences' TAVR procedure to asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis patients. The company reiterated its 10-11% sales growth guidance. Shares (EW) fell 2.7% to $84.37. Analysts see upside, with Jefferies raising its price target to $105.

BD appointed Gary Sorsher, former Chief Quality Officer at Edwards Lifesciences, as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Quality Officer. Sorsher brings over 30 years of experience in quality roles. The move follows Jeffrey Silvestri's planned retirement. BD's CEO highlighted Sorsher's global experience and focus on continuous improvement. Edwards Lifesciences received FDA clearance for its Ecliptis left atrial appendage exclusion system, entering the surgical stroke-prevention market. BD

Edwards Lifesciences (EW) and Medtronic (MDT) welcomed CMS's decision to expand Medicare coverage for TAVR to asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis patients, citing improved access and streamlined care. EW shares fell 2% to $84.31, MDT dropped 1% to $90.70. CMS's decision was based on EW's Early TAVR trial data, showing lower adverse outcomes for prompt TAVR. Analysts view the decision as positive for TAVR growth.

The CMS has expanded Medicare coverage for TAVR procedures to include asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis patients. Edwards Lifesciences Corp. has advocated for this change, which may benefit the company.

Canaccord maintained a Hold rating and $85 price target for Edwards Lifesciences (EW) after a Medicare coverage decision on TAVR procedures. The stock trades at $86.77, above the target but below consensus. CMS finalized changes Edwards requested, expanding coverage for asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis. Edwards confirmed its 2026 financial guidance, expecting long-term benefits. Analysts have mixed price targets, ranging from $84 to $110. The company reported strong Q2 results, with sales of

CMS finalized TAVR coverage, benefiting Edwards Lifesciences due to its market leadership. Stifel analysts view the update positively, supporting Edwards' revenue growth outlook. TAVR represents 75% of Edwards' revenues and 5.5% of Medtronic's. CMS also initiated coverage analysis for devices treating aortic regurgitation, including Edwards' J-Valve.