Policy Issues
On behalf of our members, AdvaMed works on countless fronts to ensure patients have timely access to life-changing technologies.
Global Affairs
Humanitarian Supplies for Ukraine
AdvaMed is collaborating with the U.S. and Ukrainian governments to facilitate donations of urgently needed medical supplies to Ukraine.
Regulatory
MDUFA V
The fifth Medical Device User Fee Amendments reauthorization, MDUFA V, builds on and enhances the solid foundation previous agreements have built. MDUFA V comes at a pivotal time.
Trade
Supply Chain
AdvaMed forges partnerships to ensure the delivery of healthcare is a priority amidst widespread upstream shortages and transport disruptions.
Device Repair
Third-Party Servicing of Medical Devices
Proper servicing of complex, life-saving and life-sustaining medical devices is vital to their safe and effective functioning and the safety of patients and device users.
Coverage
Transitional Coverage of Emerging Technologies (TCET)
Creating a clear and consistent pathway to coverage for new and innovative medical technologies will ensure Medicare patients’ access to life-saving and life-enhancing care.
Addressing Racial Disparities
Health Equity
AdvaMed is engaged in efforts to ensure our industry is doing its part to mitigate the adverse impacts of health disparities among people and communities of color.
Response
COVID-19
We thank our member companies for their continued support to mobilize for healthcare workers on the frontlines. Learn more about how the industry has come together in the fight against COVID-19.
Safety
Ethylene Oxide & Sterilization
Ethylene Oxide (EtO) gas is the most common way to sterilize medical devices, a process which is critical for preventing infections and ensuring patients have safe surgeries and medical treatments.
Regulatory
Diagnostics Regulatory Reform
AdvaMedDx supports the modernization of the regulatory framework for all clinical diagnostic tests to foster innovation, embrace scientific advances, and ensure swift access to accurate and reliable tests for all patients.
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