Tag: Breathe Technologies
Inogen settles patent dispute
February 1, 2021HME News Staff
CHICAGO – Inogen has settled allegations that its line of wearable ventilators infringes on patents by Breathe Technologies, according to Bloomberg Law. Inogen entered the non-invasive ventilators market with its acquisition of New Aera for $70.4 million in 2019. New Aera manufactures the Tidal Assist Ventilator system, which includes the SideKick RAV, a 4-ounce, pocket-sized portable non-invasive vent for people suffering from various chronic lunch...
In brief: Hillrom to buy Breathe Technologies; Option Care, BioScrip complete merger
August 9, 2019HME News Staff
CHICAGO - Hillrom has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Breathe Technologies, an Irvine, Calif.-based manufacturer of patented, wearable non-invasive ventilators, for $130 million.
“The acquisition provides an exciting growth platform that utilizes our direct Respiratory Care commercial channel and business model,” said John Groetelaars, president and CEO of Hillrom. “This transaction represents another example of our plan to strategically deploy capital with a disciplined...
Hillrom to enter NIV market
August 7, 2019HME News Staff
CHICAGO - Hillrom has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Breathe Technologies, an Irvine, Calif.-based manufacturer of patented, wearable non-invasive ventilators, for $130 million.
“The acquisition provides an exciting growth platform that utilizes our direct Respiratory Care commercial channel and business model,” said John Groetelaars, president and CEO of Hillrom. “This transaction represents another example of our plan to strategically deploy capital with a disciplined...
Breathe steps up offerings
December 18, 2015Liz Beaulieu, Editor
IRVINE, Calif. - Breathe Technologies will significantly extend its reach into the vent market on Jan. 1 when it plans to launch Life2000.The system received 510(k) clearance from the Food and Drug Administration in June and Medicare coverage for invasive and non-invasive ventilators in September. Breathe Technologies' first product, the Non-Invasive Open Ventilation or NIOV system, has broken down barriers as an ultra-lightweight device but only has Medicare coverage under E1352, oxygen accessory,...
Vent system gets coded
October 1, 2015HME News Staff
IRVINE, Calif. - CMS has assigned two HCPC codes to Breathe Technologies' Life2000 Ventilation System, the medical device manufacturer announced recently. “Breathe Technologies recognizes the assignment of these codes as a significant advancement in addressing an unmet need for individuals living with respiratory insufficiency and neuromuscular diseases,” said President and CEO Larry Mastrovich in a release. The Life2000 Ventilation System received 510(k) clearance from the FDA in June...
Short takes: Stratice Healthcare, Breathe Technologies
June 16, 2015HME News Staff
Stratice Healthcarehas appointed Carmen Davies executive vice president and chief compliance officer. In this role, Davies will lead all aspects of the electronic order generation from the EHR/physician. Davies will also work with a number of industry stakeholders toward order standardization measures for CMS and other payers. Previously, Davies served as regional vice president of respiratory operations at Walgreens Infusion and Respiratory Services…Breathe Technologies has received 510(k)...
Another accolade for Breathe
October 8, 2014HME News Staff
IRVINE, Calif. - Breathe Technologies has been named to the 2014 FierceMedicalDevices Fierce 15. The designation recognizes companies with a potential to make an impact in the medical device field, according to a release. Breathe's Non-Invasive Open Ventilation System (NIOV) received CE certification in September and has been recognized by the European Respiratory Society with a Product of Outstanding Interest (POINT) Award for 2014. "This accolade is a wonderful culmination to an outstanding six-month...
Breathe device approved for European sales
September 10, 2014HME News Staff
IRVINE, Calif. - Breathe Technologies has received CE Certification for its Non-Invasive Open Ventilation System (NIOV), paving the way for the company to sell the device in the European Union. "We are now exploring potential commercialization partners for the EU and developing a European advisory board," said Larry Mastrovich, president and CEO, Breathe Technologies, in a press release. NIOV has also been recognized by the European Respiratory Society with a Product of Outstanding Interest (POINT)...
FDA approves Breathe Technologies' CPAP device
May 31, 2013HME News Staff
IRVINE, Calif. - Breathe Technologies, a manufacturer of respiratory products, had its CPAP system cleared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), according to a press release. “Reaching this milestone ahead of schedule is a testament to the expertise of our world-class team,” stated Larry Mastrovich, CEO of Breathe Technologies. Features of the Breathe Sleep System include a humidification system, a patient touch-screen, and a smart pressure ramp function, the release noted.