Carl Burns's questions to TriSalus Life Sciences Inc (TLSI) leadership • Q4 2024
Question
Carl Burns inquired about the specific clinical applications driving the uptake of the TriNav large vessel system and sought to quantify the impact of the new CMS reimbursement code for TARE mapping procedures.
Answer
CEO Mary Szela and Medical Director Dr. Richard Marshall explained that the TriNav large vessel system is primarily being used in TARE procedures for larger vessels and low-bar applications, particularly in patients with neuroendocrine tumors. Regarding the new CMS code for mapping, Szela clarified it applies to Medicare patients (about 25% of the market) who were previously not using TriNav for mapping due to reimbursement concerns, noting this was not baked into guidance and represents potential upside.