Bioventus Announces Divestiture of its Wound Business

DURHAM, N.C., May 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS) (“Bioventus” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovations for active healing, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Wound business, including the skin substitutes TheraSkin and TheraGenesis, to LifeNet Health.  The transaction includes a total cash consideration of $85 million, including $35 million in cash at close, a $5 million cash payment deferred 18 months, and $45 million in potential earn-out payments.  At the time of close the Company expects to net approximately $30 million after fees and expenses which will be used to repay existing debt.

Bioventus and LifeNet Health have also signed a Sales Agent Agreement under which LifeNet Health will have exclusive rights to sell SonicOne ultrasonic wound debridement products in the US and Canada.

“The sale of our Wound business will enhance our liquidity and enable a greater focus on execution” said Tony Bihl, Bioventus’ interim chief executive officer.

The divestiture of the Wound business reduces the Company’s annual revenue by approximately $40 million and annual Adjusted EBITDA by approximately $5 million.

The transaction is expected to close in approximately one week before the end of May.

Jefferies LLC is acting as financial advisor and Reed Smith is acting as legal advisor in connection with this transaction.

 

About Bioventus

Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for Pain Treatments, Restorative Therapies and Surgical Solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.bioventus.com, and follow the Company on LinkedIn and Twitter. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. Any statements contained  herein that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements concerning the Company’s  future growth, operating margins, market leadership and strategy. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “due,” “estimate,” “expect,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “objective,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “positioned,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated herein include, but are not limited to, our ability to successfully complete planned divestures, the risk that the material weakness we identified in the third quarter of 2022 or a new material weakness could adversely affect our ability to report our results of operations and financial condition accurately and in a timely manner; we might not be able to continue to fund our operations for at least the next twelve months as a going concern; we might not meet certain of our debt covenants under our Credit Agreement and might be required to repay our indebtedness; restrictions on operations and other costs associated with our indebtedness; we maintain cash at financial institutions, often in balance that exceed federally insured limits; we are subject to securities class action litigation and may be subject to similar or other litigation in the future, which will require significant management time and attention, result in significant legal expenses and may result in unfavorable outcomes; we are highly dependent on a limited number of products; our long-term growth depends on our ability to develop, acquire and commercialize new products, line extensions or expanded indications; we may be unable to successfully commercialize newly developed or acquired products or therapies in the United States; demand for our existing portfolio of products and any new products, line extensions or expanded indications depends on the continued and future acceptance of our products by physicians, patients, third-party payers and others in the medical community; the proposed down classification of non-invasive bone growth stimulators, including our Exogen system, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) could increase future competition for bone growth stimulators and otherwise adversely affect the Company’s sales of Exogen; failure to achieve and maintain adequate levels of coverage and/or reimbursement for our products or future products, the procedures using our products, such as our hyaluronic acid (HA) viscosupplements, or future products we may seek to commercialize; pricing pressure and other competitive factors; governments outside the United States might not provide coverage or reimbursement of our products; our business may continue to experience adverse impacts as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; risks related to intellectual property matters; legislative or regulatory reforms; risks related to intellectual property matters; and other important factors described in Part I. Item 1A. Risk Factors in our 2022 Annual Report on Form 10-K as updated by our subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and as may be further updated from time to time in our other filings with the SEC. You are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. Except as required by law, we assume no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements for any reason, even if new information becomes available in the future. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements.

 

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Bioventus to Showcase Full Orthobiologics and Ultrasonic Portfolio at NASS in Chicago

Bioventus to Showcase Full Orthobiologics and Ultrasonic Portfolio at NASS in Chicago

Full Launch of BoneScalpel Access® at NASS

DURHAM, NC – October 12, 2022 – Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS) (“Bioventus” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovations for active healing, will present its spine procedural solutions portfolio at the North American Spine Society (NASS) meeting in Chicago, October 12 through 15.

By combining the power of the neXus® BoneScalpel® for decompression with OSTEOAMP® bone graft for fusions, Bioventus Procedural Solutions is the go-to portfolio for spine surgeons who demand the best. “One year post-acquisition, we are seeing cross-pollination from our combined customer base, ensuring more surgeons have access to these great technologies,” Andrew Hosmer, general manager at Bioventus said. “Legacy neXus users are rapidly adopting OSTEOAMP into their practices and our bone graft customers are expanding their neXus utilization.”

Bioventus continues to invest in the future of both portfolios with the newest product launch, expanding their reach in the rapidly growing minimally invasive spine segment. The BoneScalpel Access handpiece 20 mm blade and Micro Hook Shaver will be available throughout the U.S. on October 17. The BoneScalpel Access handpiece allows surgeons to leverage the many advantages of ultrasonic bone cutting in minimally invasive spinal procedures. Combined with OSTEOAMP Flowable, Bioventus now has a full portfolio for MIS spine procedures, the fastest growing segment of spine surgery.

“BoneScalpel Access is finally allowing ultrasonics to go into spaces and through tubes for spine surgery, allowing me to treat patients optimally with the safest and least invasive way possible. Line of sight down the slight ly angled shaft facilitates maximal visualization of the anatomy.” said Tiffany G. Perry, MD, Cedars Sinai Medical Center.

The Bioventus surgical solutions portfolio brings together innovative products that add value for surgical applications in decompression and fusion.

About Bioventus

Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for Pain Treatment, Restorative Therapies and Surgical Solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

Summary for Indications of Use

The BoneScalpel Access handpiece is indicated for use in the fragmentation and aspiration of soft and hard (e.g., bone) tissue in the following surgical specialties: Neurosurgery, Gastrointestinal and Affiliated Organ Surgery, Urological Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Gynecology, External Genitalia – condyloma – benign tumors – (lipomas, fibromas, and leiomyomas) malignant primary metastatic tumors of all types and the following cystic lesions: Bartholin’s cysts, Vestibular adenitis, Inclusion cysts, Sebaceous cysts. Abdominal Area – any abnormal growth, cystic or solid, benign or malignant, involving the ovary, fallopian tube, uterus, or the supporting structures of the uterus except as contraindicated for uterine fibroids. Thoracic Surgery – limited pulmonary reception such as segmetectomies, nonanatomical subsegmetectomies and metastatectomies.

OSTEOAMP may be used in situations where an autograft is appropriate. It should be restricted to homologous use for the repair, replacement or reconstruction of musculoskeletal defects.

SIGNAFUSE Strip is a bone graft substitute intended for use in bony voids or gaps of the skeletal system not intrinsic to the stability of the bony structure. These osseous defects may be surgically created or result from traumatic injury to the bone. SIGNAFUSE Bioactive Bone Graft is indicated to be combined with autologous bone marrow aspirate and packed into osseous defects of the extremities, pelvis and posterolateral spine. When used in the posterolateral spine, SIGNAFUSE Bioactive Bone Graft is to be used as an autograft extender. The device resorbs and is replaced by host bone during the healing process.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. Any statements contained herein that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, the Company’s future financial results, the benefits of the CartiHeal acquisition and the potential for the Company’s current portfolio to deliver sustained double-digit growth. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “due,” “estimate,” “expect,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “objective,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “positioned,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated herein include, but are not limited to, the ability to obtain financing for and to make the deferred payments in connection with the CartiHeal acquisition on expected timelines or at all; our ability to recognize the benefits of the investment in CartiHeal; the adverse impacts on our business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; our dependence on a limited number of products; our ability to develop, acquire and commercialize new products, line extensions or expanded indications; the continued and future acceptance of our existing portfolio of products and any new products, line extensions or expanded indications by physicians, patients, third-party payers and others in the medical community; our ability to achieve and maintain adequate levels of coverage and/or reimbursement for our products, the procedures using our products, or any future products we may seek to commercialize; our ability to complete acquisitions or successfully integrate new businesses, products or technologies in a cost-effective and non-disruptive manner, including the CartiHeal acquisition; risk related to the Company’s debt and payment obligations relating to the CartiHeal acquisition; competition against other companies; and the other risks identified in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 as updated by the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended April 2, 2022 and as such factors may be further updated from time to time in the Company’s other filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or review any estimate, projection, or forward-looking statement. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements.

 

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Bioventus Completes CartiHeal Acquisition

Bioventus Completes CartiHeal Acquisition

DURHAM, NC – July 12, 2022 – Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS) (“Bioventus” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovations for active healing, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of CartiHeal.

“We are excited to add CartiHeal to our diverse portfolio of active healing solutions,” commented Ken Reali, Bioventus’ chief executive officer. “CartiHeal represents an important breakthrough for the treatment of osteoarthritis and osteochondral defects of the knee with significant medium- and long-term potential as evidenced by the robust data generated from its pivotal clinical trial showing superiority to current treatments. We believe that the addition of CartiHeal will complement our joint preservation technologies and specifically our HA business, further supporting our short- and mid-term growth drivers and helping us to deliver on our goal of sustained double-digit revenue growth. We welcome the CartiHeal team to Bioventus and look forward to bringing this life-improving technology to as many patients as possible.”

CartiHeal is an attractive alternative for the approximately 650,000 U.S. patients that receive microfracture or debridement annually and can potentially delay the need for a total knee replacement in patients with joint surface lesions of the knee. The acquisition of CartiHeal is directly aligned with Bioventus’ sports medicine and total joint reconstruction call point and extends the Company’s leadership position in joint preservation technologies. In a randomized controlled clinical trial, CartiHeal’s Agili-C implant demonstrated superiority to either microfracture or debridement.

On March 29, 2022, CartiHeal received premarket approval (PMA) of its Agili-CTM implant from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Agili-C was granted Breakthrough Device Designation by the FDA in 2020 and is indicated for the treatment of International Cartilage Repair Society (ICRS) grade III or above knee–joint surface lesions, with a total treatable area of 1-7 cm2 for patients without severe osteoarthritis (Kellgren-Lawrence grade 0-3).

The Company will provide adjusted earnings per share guidance reflecting the acquisition of CartiHeal on its upcoming second quarter earnings call.

About Bioventus

Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for Pain Treatment, Restorative Therapies and Surgical Solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. Any statements contained herein that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, the Company’s future financial results, the benefits of the CartiHeal acquisition and the potential for the Company’s current portfolio to deliver sustained double-digit growth. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “due,” “estimate,” “expect,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “objective,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “positioned,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated herein include, but are not limited to, the ability to obtain financing for and to make the deferred payments in connection with the CartiHeal acquisition on expected timelines or at all; our ability to recognize the benefits of the investment in CartiHeal; the adverse impacts on our business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; our dependence on a limited number of products; our ability to develop, acquire and commercialize new products, line extensions or expanded indications; the continued and future acceptance of our existing portfolio of products and any new products, line extensions or expanded indications by physicians, patients, third-party payers and others in the medical community; our ability to achieve and maintain adequate levels of coverage and/or reimbursement for our products, the procedures using our products, or any future products we may seek to commercialize; our ability to complete acquisitions or successfully integrate new businesses, products or technologies in a cost-effective and non-disruptive manner, including the CartiHeal acquisition; risk related to the Company’s debt and payment obligations relating to the CartiHeal acquisition; competition against other companies; and the other risks identified in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 as updated by the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended April 2, 2022 and as such factors may be further updated from time to time in the Company’s other filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or review any estimate, projection, or forward-looking statement. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements.

 

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Bioventus Amends CartiHeal Acquisition Structure

Bioventus Amends CartiHeal Acquisition Structure

 DURHAM, NC – June 21, 2022 – Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS) (“Bioventus” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovations for active healing, announced today that it has entered into an amendment to the Option and Equity Purchase Agreement for its pending acquisition of CartiHeal (“Amended Acquisition Agreement”).

“CartiHeal represents an important breakthrough for the treatment of osteoarthritis and osteochondral defects of the knee with significant long-term potential, and we are excited to have reached an amendment that we believe will be favorable to our stakeholders and enable us to complete the acquisition,” commented Ken Reali, Bioventus’ chief executive officer. “The ability to defer payments allows us to continue investing in our near-term strategy for growth while maintaining financial flexibility. Bioventus possesses multiple short- and mid-term growth drivers that are further enhanced by CartiHeal, and we continue to work towards realizing the potential of our portfolio to deliver sustained double-digit growth and margin expansion.”

The Amended Acquisition Agreement reduces the closing payment to $50 million (in addition to $50 million deposited into escrow last year) from the original $315 million that was previously agreed. The remaining $215 million of the purchase price (the “Deferred Amount”) will instead be paid to CartiHeal stockholders upon the earlier of the achievement of certain milestones or the occurrence of certain installment payment dates. The Deferred Amount will be paid in five tranches commencing in 2023 and ending no later than 2027.

Bioventus will pay interest on each tranche of the Deferred Amount, at a rate of at 8% annually, until such tranche is paid. Additionally, the approximately $135 million payable to CartiHeal’s stockholders upon the achievement of $100 million in trailing twelve-month sales will now be payable upon the achievement of $75 million in trailing twelve-month sales.

Bioventus expects the acquisition to close by the end of July 2022, subject to closing conditions, with an up-front payment to CartiHeal’s stockholders of approximately $108 million (inclusive of the $50 million previously deposited into escrow by Bioventus and in addition to approximately

$8 million of CartiHeal’s transaction-related fees and expenses that Bioventus has agreed to pay). The Company intends to finance the payment due at closing with additional debt. The Company is finalizing an amendment to its existing Credit and Guaranty Agreement to increase its current Term Loan to facilitate the closing of the acquisition. The payments of the Deferred

Amount are anticipated to be made through the Company’s free cash flow and expansion of its existing credit facility.

About Bioventus

Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for Pain Treatment, Restorative Therapies and Surgical Solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence- based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. Any statements contained herein that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, the timing and closing of the CartiHeal acquisition, the expected amendment to the Company’s Credit and Guaranty Agreement, the benefits of the CartiHeal acquisition and the potential for the Company’s current portfolio to deliver sustained double-digit growth and margin expansion. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “due,” “estimate,” “expect,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “objective,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “positioned,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated herein include, but are not limited to, risk of litigation related to the Option and Equity Purchase Agreement to acquire CartiHeal; the ability to obtain financing for and to complete the CartiHeal Acquisition on expected timelines or at all; our ability to recognize the benefits of the investment in CartiHeal; the adverse impacts of any termination of the CartiHeal acquisition on our business, financial condition and results of operations; the adverse impacts on our business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; our dependence on a limited number of products; our ability to develop, acquire and commercialize new products, line extensions or expanded indications; the continued and future acceptance of our existing portfolio of products and any new products, line extensions or expanded indications by physicians, patients, third-party payers and others in the medical community; our ability to achieve and maintain adequate levels of coverage and/or reimbursement for our products, the procedures using our products, or any future products we may seek to commercialize; our ability to complete acquisitions or successfully integrate new businesses, products or technologies in a cost-effective and non-disruptive manner; risk related to the Company’s debt; competition against other companies; and the other risks identified in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 as updated by the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended April 2, 2022 and as such factors may be further updated from time to time in the Company’s other filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or review any estimate, projection, or forward-looking statement. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements.

 

 

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Bioventus Exercises Call Option to Acquire CartiHeal

DURHAM, NC – April 4, 2022 – Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS) (“Bioventus” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovations for active healing, today announced that it has exercised its call option to acquire CartiHeal Ltd., excluding the ownership interest already owned by Bioventus, for approximately $315 million, with an additional approximately $135 million payable contingent upon the achievement of $100 million in trailing twelve month sales. Bioventus plans to finance the acquisition with additional debt. The Company’s decision to exercise this option follows the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) March 29, 2022, premarket approval (PMA) of CartiHeal’s Agili-C implant.

Agili-C was granted Breakthrough Device Designation by the FDA in 2020 and is indicated for the treatment of International Cartilage Repair Society (ICRS) grade III or above knee–joint surface lesions, with a total treatable area of 1-7 cm2 for patients without severe osteoarthritis (Kellgren-Lawrence (KOOS) grade 0-3). The Agili-C implant is expected to be a cost-effective solution for cartilage regeneration and bone remodeling designed to delay total knee replacement in patients with joint surface lesions of the knee.

“CartiHeal represents an important breakthrough for the treatment of osteoarthritis, and we are excited to bring this complementary product into our growing portfolio of medical devices. CartiHeal addresses an unmet need in joint preservation and cartilage regeneration for approximately 675,000 U.S. patients annually, representing an estimated $1.3 billion market opportunity for Bioventus. The CartiHeal team has done a tremendous job developing the implant, as evidenced by strong clinical data demonstrating clinical superiority over microfracture or debridement,” said Ken Reali, CEO of Bioventus. “We look forward to leveraging our strong existing commercial infrastructure to begin commercializing CartiHeal in the coming months.”

The transaction is expected to close during the second quarter subject to certain customary closing conditions, and Bioventus plans a limited market release (LMR) of CartiHeal in the U.S. during the third quarter of 2022.

About Bioventus
Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for pain treatment, restorative therapies and surgical solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.bioventus.com, and follow the Company on LinkedIn and Twitter. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC. Agili-C is a trademark of CartiHeal.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, the expected timing of the closing of the Company’s acquisition of CartiHeal and related conditions to closing, the benefits of an acquisition of CartiHeal, market opportunity for CartiHeal and the Company’s expected timeline for commercialization of CartiHeal. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “due,” “estimate,” “expect,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “objective,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “positioned,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in this press release include, but are not limited to, our ability to complete the CartiHeal acquisition on expected timelines or at all; our ability to recognize the benefits of the investment in CartiHeal; the adverse impacts on our business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; our dependence on a limited number of products; our ability to develop, acquire and commercialize new products, line extensions or expanded indications; the continued and future acceptance of our existing portfolio of products and any new products, line extensions or expanded indications by physicians, patients, third-party payers and others in the medical community; our ability to achieve and maintain adequate levels of coverage and/or reimbursement for our products, the procedures using our products, or any future products we may seek to commercialize; our ability to complete acquisitions or successfully integrate new businesses, products or technologies in a cost-effective and non-disruptive manner; including the potential CartiHeal acquisition; competition against other companies; and the other risks identified in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and as such factors may be further updated from time to time in the Company’s other filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Investor Relations page of the Company’s website at ir.bioventus.com. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or review any estimate, projection, or forward-looking statement. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements.


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Bioventus Receives 510(k) Clearance for StimRouter Pain Management Device

Industry Leading Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Upgraded to Improve Patient User Experience with Control of their Unique Chronic Pain Condition, Longer Battery Life

DURHAM, NC – March 1, 2022 – Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS) (“Bioventus” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovations for active healing, announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has awarded 510(k) clearance to the next generation StimRouter® Neuromodulation System for the treatment of chronic pain of peripheral nerve origin, excluding craniofacial pain. StimRouter is a minimally invasive neuromodulation medical device consisting of a thin, implanted lead with conductive electrode, external electric field conductor (E-EFC), and StimRouter Plus Mobile Application. Electrical signals are transmitted transcutaneously from the E-EFC and conducted to the target nerve by the implanted lead.

Thousands of patients have successfully used the StimRouter Neuromodulation system, and the newly cleared StimRouter system provides the same clinically proven, long-term pain relief while significantly improving the patient’s control and user experience. The next generation system includes a smartphone application and a new state of the art external electric field conductor, allowing patients greater freedom to return to active lives.

“The impact of chronic, debilitating pain is more than just managing the impacted anatomy, it is also about helping return the individual back to a life pre-pain,” said John Nosenzo, Chief Commercial Officer, Bioventus. “The emotional and psychological damage from living with pain is horrific and we are pleased to support all the physicians who are committed to improving patient lives, in particular with alternatives to opioids when possible. The next generation StimRouter will support patients and physicians to meet their pain treatment goals as the previous generation of peripheral nerve stimulation has done for many years.”

Every day, individuals attempt to live their lives while suffering from debilitating pain that prevents each from working, enjoying their personal time and maintaining relationships with family and friends. Respecting the long-term and potentially negative consequences of opioids, patients have successfully undergone the minimally invasive StimRouter implant procedure and are now living a productive and comfortable life. Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) is the future of pain management. With over 50 million Americans living with daily chronic pain, PNS technology provides a focal, non-opioid treatment option and adoption is growing rapidly amongst clinicians and patients due to PNS’ proven effectiveness at reducing chronic pain.

The upgraded StimRouter technology and associated mobile application will help improve the experiences of patients who find pain relief through this innovative technology.

 

About Bioventus
Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for pain treatment, restorative therapies and surgical solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.bioventus.com, and follow the Company on LinkedIn and Twitter. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC. StimRouter, Bioness, are trademarks of Bioness Inc.

Individual results may vary. Patients are advised to consult with a qualified healthcare professional to determine if this product is right for them. Important Safety Information and Risks: For Indications for Use, Warnings, Precautions, and other safety information please refer to www.stimrouter.com/safety-information/.

 

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements concerning Bioventus’s future growth, operating margins, market leadership and strategy. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “due,” “estimate,” “expect,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “objective,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “positioned,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in this press release include, but are not limited to, the adverse impacts on our business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; our dependence on a limited number of products; our ability to develop, acquire and commercialize new products, line extensions or expanded indications; the continued and future acceptance of our existing portfolio of products and any new products, line extensions or expanded indications by physicians, patients, third-party payers and others in the medical community; our ability to differentiate the hyaluronic acid (“HA”) viscosupplementation therapies we own or distribute from alternative therapies for the treatment of osteoarthritic; the proposed down-classification of non-invasive bone growth stimulators, including our Exogen system, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”); our ability to achieve and maintain adequate levels of coverage and/or reimbursement for our products, the procedures using our products, or any future products we may seek to commercialize; our ability to recognize the benefits of our investments; our ability to complete acquisitions or successfully integrate new businesses, products or technologies in a cost-effective and non-disruptive manner; competition against other companies; the negative impact on our ability to market our HA products due to the reclassification of HA products from medical devices to drugs in the United States by the FDA; our ability to attract, retain and motivate our senior management and qualified personnel; our ability to continue to research, develop and manufacture our products if our facilities are damaged or become inoperable; failure to comply with the extensive government regulations related to our products and operations; enforcement actions if we engage in improper claims submission practices or in improper marketing or promotion of our products; the FDA regulatory process and our ability to obtain and maintain required regulatory clearances and approvals; failure to comply with the government regulations that apply to our human cells, tissues and cellular or tissue-based products; the clinical studies of any of our future products that do not product results necessary to support regulatory clearance or approval in the United States or elsewhere; and the other risks identified in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including Bioventus’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2020, as updated by the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended October 2, 2021, and as such factors may be further updated from time to time in Bioventus’ other filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Investor Relations page of Bioventus’ website at ir.bioventus.com. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or review any estimate, projection, or forward-looking statement. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company’s business.

 

 

 

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Dave Crawford
Bioventus
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Bioventus Appoints Mark Singleton as Chief Financial Officer

DURHAM, NC – February 28, 2022 – Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS) (“Bioventus” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovations for active healing, today announced that it has appointed Mark Singleton as the Company’s Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Principle Accounting Officer, effective March 21, 2022.

Mr. Singleton brings to Bioventus more than two decades of experience in operational finance and mergers & acquisitions at large and multi-national organizations. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Finance, Americas for Teleflex Incorporated, where he had financial responsibility for the $1.7 billion Americas business.  Previous to this role, Mr. Singleton served as Vice President of Finance of Teleflex’s Vascular business, having joined the company in 2014.  Mark was also involved in initiating the Vascular Solutions acquisition which became a separate business unit at Teleflex. Prior to Teleflex, he spent nearly two decades at Lenovo/IBM, where he held a number of senior leadership positions, including EMEA CFO, Western Europe CFO, North America CFO, and Think Business Group CFO.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mark to our executive team. He has demonstrated a strong track record of achievement during his time at both Teleflex and Lenovo/IBM,” commented Ken Reali, Bioventus’ chief executive officer. “We believe Mark’s broad operational experience and his ability to drive efficiencies across multinational organizations will serve us well as we enhance our scale and extend Bioventus’ leadership in the markets we serve today. Mark is also a terrific cultural fit with our high performance organization.”

“I’m excited to join the Bioventus team, and I strongly believe that we can leverage the Company’s unique portfolio to capitalize on the opportunities we have in front of us. I am looking forward to working closely with Ken, the board, and the rest of the executive team to continue growing the Company, enhancing operating margins, and extending its market leadership,” commented Mr. Singleton.

Mr. Singleton earned his Master of Business Administration from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and completed his Bachelor of Science in Finance from Purdue University.

 

About Bioventus
Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for pain treatment, restorative therapies and surgical solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.bioventus.com, and follow the Company on LinkedIn and Twitter. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

 

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements concerning Bioventus’s future growth, operating margins, market leadership and strategy. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “due,” “estimate,” “expect,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “objective,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “positioned,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in this press release include, but are not limited to, the adverse impacts on our business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; our dependence on a limited number of products; our ability to develop, acquire and commercialize new products, line extensions or expanded indications; the continued and future acceptance of our existing portfolio of products and any new products, line extensions or expanded indications by physicians, patients, third-party payers and others in the medical community; our ability to differentiate the hyaluronic acid (“HA”) viscosupplementation therapies we own or distribute from alternative therapies for the treatment of osteoarthritic; the proposed down-classification of non-invasive bone growth stimulators, including our Exogen system, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”); our ability to achieve and maintain adequate levels of coverage and/or reimbursement for our products, the procedures using our products, or any future products we may seek to commercialize; our ability to recognize the benefits of our investments; our ability to complete acquisitions or successfully integrate new businesses, products or technologies in a cost-effective and non-disruptive manner; competition against other companies; the negative impact on our ability to market our HA products due to the reclassification of HA products from medical devices to drugs in the United States by the FDA; our ability to attract, retain and motivate our senior management and qualified personnel; our ability to continue to research, develop and manufacture our products if our facilities are damaged or become inoperable; failure to comply with the extensive government regulations related to our products and operations; enforcement actions if we engage in improper claims submission practices or in improper marketing or promotion of our products; the FDA regulatory process and our ability to obtain and maintain required regulatory clearances and approvals; failure to comply with the government regulations that apply to our human cells, tissues and cellular or tissue-based products; the clinical studies of any of our future products that do not product results necessary to support regulatory clearance or approval in the United States or elsewhere; and the other risks identified in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including Bioventus’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2020, as updated by the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended October 2, 2021, and as such factors may be further updated from time to time in Bioventus’ other filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Investor Relations page of Bioventus’ website at ir.bioventus.com. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or review any estimate, projection, or forward-looking statement. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company’s business.

 

Investor Inquiries:
Dave Crawford
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Bioventus Announces Preliminary Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2021 Revenue

DURHAM, NC – January 11, 2022 – Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS) (“Bioventus” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovations for active healing, announced today preliminary revenue results for the fourth quarter and full-year 2021.

Preliminary, unaudited revenue for the fourth quarter 2021 is expected to be in the range of $128.5 to $131.5 million, reflecting 30% to 33% growth compared to the prior-year period.  Preliminary, unaudited full-year 2021 revenue is expected to be in the range of $429 to $432 million, reflecting an increase of approximately 34% compared to full-year 2020.

“I am proud of our team’s continued strong execution during the fourth quarter.  Despite a challenging macro environment, we built upon our existing momentum and now expect revenue to be at or above the high-end of our previously issued guidance,” commented Ken Reali, Bioventus’ Chief Executive Officer.  “We continued to deliver above-market growth in Pain Treatments and Bone Graft Substitutes, with the latter showing sequential improvement during the quarter as elective procedural volume recovered.  Additionally, revenue from our recent acquisitions is expected to meet or exceed our expectations.  As we begin 2022, I am confident that our enhanced portfolio will enable us to expand our customer relationships and further strengthen our growth levers.”

Selected preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2021

Included above are certain estimated preliminary unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2021. We have provided ranges, rather than specific amounts, for these periods because these results are preliminary and subject to change, and there is a possibility that our actual results may differ materially from these preliminary estimates. These ranges are based on the information available to us as of the date of this announcement.

These estimated preliminary results for the fourth quarter and full year 2021 are derived from the preliminary internal financial records of Bioventus Inc. and are subject to revisions based on our procedures and controls associated with the completion of our financial reporting, including the audit of our financial statements and all customary reviews and approvals.

These estimated preliminary results should not be viewed as a substitute for financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Our independent registered public accounting firm has not audited and does not express an opinion or any other form of assurance with respect to, these estimated preliminary results. It is possible that we or our independent registered public accounting firm may identify items that would require us to make adjustments to the preliminary estimates set forth above as we complete our financial statements and that our actual results may differ materially from these preliminary estimates. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed on these preliminary estimates. These preliminary estimates are not necessarily indicative of any future period and should be read together with “Risk Factors,” “Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements,” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in our previous reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

About Bioventus
Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for pain treatment, restorative therapies and surgical solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.bioventus.com, and follow the Company on LinkedIn and Twitter. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements concerning Bioventus’s preliminary estimated revenue and revenue growth for the fourth quarter and full year 2021, performance of and expectations regarding recent acquisitions, estimated market growth in Pain Treatments and Bone Graft Substitutes, and future growth and strategy. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “due,” “estimate,” “expect,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “objective,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “positioned,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in this press release include, but are not limited to, the factors discussed in “Selected preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2021” above, the adverse impacts on our business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; our dependence on a limited number of products; our ability to develop, acquire and commercialize new products, line extensions or expanded indications; the continued and future acceptance of our existing portfolio of products and any new products, line extensions or expanded indications by physicians, patients, third-party payers and others in the medical community; our ability to differentiate the hyaluronic acid (“HA”) viscosupplementation therapies we own or distribute from alternative therapies for the treatment of osteoarthritic; the proposed down-classification of non-invasive bone growth stimulators, including our Exogen system, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”); our ability to achieve and maintain adequate levels of coverage and/or reimbursement for our products, the procedures using our products, or any future products we may seek to commercialize; our ability to recognize the benefits of our investments; our ability to complete acquisitions or successfully integrate new businesses, products or technologies in a cost-effective and non-disruptive manner, including the potential CartiHeal acquisition; competition against other companies; the negative impact on our ability to market our HA products due to the reclassification of HA products from medical devices to drugs in the United States by the FDA; our ability to attract, retain and motivate our senior management and qualified personnel; our ability to continue to research, develop and manufacture our products if our facilities are damaged or become inoperable; failure to comply with the extensive government regulations related to our products and operations; enforcement actions if we engage in improper claims submission practices or in improper marketing or promotion of our products; the FDA regulatory process and our ability to obtain and maintain required regulatory clearances and approvals; failure to comply with the government regulations that apply to our human cells, tissues and cellular or tissue-based products; the clinical studies of any of our future products that do not product results necessary to support regulatory clearance or approval in the United States or elsewhere; and the other risks identified in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including Bioventus’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2020, as updated by the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended October 2, 2021, and as such factors may be further updated from time to time in Bioventus’ other filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Investor Relations page of Bioventus’ website at ir.bioventus.com. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or review any estimate, projection, or forward-looking statement. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company’s business.

 

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Dave Crawford
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Bioventus to Present at the 40th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference

DURHAM, NC – December 28, 2021 – Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS), a global leader in innovations for active healing, today announced that Ken Reali, chief executive officer, will present at the 40th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference via webcast on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at 5:15 p.m. ET.

The live webcast of the presentation, including Q&A, will be available on the Investors section of the Bioventus website and will be archived on that site.

About Bioventus
Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for pain treatment, restorative therapies and surgical solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.bioventus.com, and follow the Company on LinkedIn and Twitter. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

 

Investor Inquiries:
Dave Crawford
919-474-6787
[email protected]

 


Bioventus Appoints Michelle McMurry-Heath to Board of Directors

DURHAM, NC – December 21, 2021 – Bioventus Inc. (Nasdaq: BVS) (“Bioventus” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovations for active healing, has announced the appointment of Michelle McMurry-Heath, MD, PhD, to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2022.

Over the past 20 years, as both a physician and scientist, McMurry-Heath has served in dynamic policy, regulatory, commercial health care and advocacy roles. She will join the Board as an independent director.

“We are thrilled Michelle will be joining the Bioventus Board of Directors,” said Ken Reali, CEO. “Bioventus will leverage her background as a global medical innovation strategist as well as her experience in global regulatory affairs, health care policy and valuable insights gained with the Food and Drug Administration as we grow our portfolio of offerings for pain treatments, restorative therapies and surgical solutions.”

“It is my privilege to join the Bioventus Board. I am excited to bring my experience to the Company as it continues to grow globally and help them accelerate patient access to their products, as I believe medical innovation can improve lives and unlock opportunities for people around the world,” said McMurry-Heath.

“We welcome Michelle to the Board and expect her opinion, perspective and critical thinking will serve as additional strategic guidance for Bioventus,” said William Hawkins, Chairman of the Bioventus Board of Directors.

Currently, McMurry-Heath is President and Chief Executive Officer of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), a membership and advocacy organization focused on strengthening opportunities for biotech research and applying biotech innovations to the biggest challenges of our age.

She previously served as Johnson & Johnson’s Vice President, External Innovation, Global Leader for Regulatory Science and Executive Director of Scientific Partnerships for [email protected] McMurry-Heath joined J&J in 2014, first as its Worldwide Vice President and Global Head, Regulatory Affairs and later adding responsibilities for the company’s International Clinical Evidence and Strategic Operations.

Prior to that, she served as Associate Center Director for Science, Center for Devices and Radiological Health at the US Food and Drug Administration. From 2005 to 2010, McMurry-Heath was Director Health, Biomedical Science and Society Policy Program at the Aspen Institute.

McMurry-Heath began her career as a Senior Policy Advisor for Senator Joseph Lieberman for Health, Social, and Biomedical Innovation Policy. Later serving as a Robert Wood Johnson Health and Society Scholar at the University of California, San Francisco and Berkeley and a Mcarthur Fellow, Global Health for the Council on Foreign Relations.

She has an MD/PhD in Immunology from Duke University and received an AB in Biochemistry from Harvard University.

About Bioventus
Bioventus delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The Innovations for Active Healing from Bioventus include offerings for pain treatment, restorative therapies and surgical solutions. Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.bioventus.com, and follow the Company on LinkedIn and Twitter. Bioventus and the Bioventus logo are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements concerning Bioventus’s future growth and strategy and the expected contributions of Ms. McMurry-Heath to the Company’s Board. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “due,” “estimate,” “expect,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “objective,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “positioned,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in this press release include, but are not limited to, the adverse impacts on our business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; our dependence on a limited number of products; our ability to develop, acquire and commercialize new products, line extensions or expanded indications; the continued and future acceptance of our existing portfolio of products and any new products, line extensions or expanded indications by physicians, patients, third-party payers and others in the medical community; our ability to differentiate the hyaluronic acid (“HA”) viscosupplementation therapies we own or distribute from alternative therapies for the treatment of osteoarthritic; the proposed down-classification of non-invasive bone growth stimulators, including our Exogen system, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”); our ability to achieve and maintain adequate levels of coverage and/or reimbursement for our products, the procedures using our products, or any future products we may seek to commercialize; our ability to recognize the benefits of our investments; our ability to complete acquisitions or successfully integrate new businesses, products or technologies in a cost-effective and non-disruptive manner; competition against other companies; the negative impact on our ability to market our HA products due to the reclassification of HA products from medical devices to drugs in the United States by the FDA; our ability to attract, retain and motivate our senior management and qualified personnel; our ability to continue to research, develop and manufacture our products if our facilities are damaged or become inoperable; failure to comply with the extensive government regulations related to our products and operations; enforcement actions if we engage in improper claims submission practices or in improper marketing or promotion of our products; the FDA regulatory process and our ability to obtain and maintain required regulatory clearances and approvals; failure to comply with the government regulations that apply to our human cells, tissues and cellular or tissue-based products; the clinical studies of any of our future products that do not product results necessary to support regulatory clearance or approval in the United States or elsewhere; and the other risks identified in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including Bioventus’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2020, as updated by the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended October 2, 2021, and as such factors may be further updated from time to time in Bioventus’ other filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Investor Relations page of Bioventus’ website at ir.bioventus.com. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or review any estimate, projection, or forward-looking statement. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company’s business.

 

 

Investor Inquiries:
Dave Crawford
919-474-6787
[email protected]