Lucid Diagnostics

Lucid Diagnostics, Inc. develops medical testing devices. It is a commercial-stage medical diagnostics technology company which focuses on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), acid reflux or simply reflux, who are at risk of developing esophageal precancer and cancer, specifically lethal esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC). The firm's products include EsoCheck is a cell collection device that is designed to collect cells of a targeted region of the esophagus without the need for endoscopy and EsoGuard is a laboratory developed test which analyzes methylated biomarkers. The company was founded on May 8, 2018 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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Lucid Diagnostics excels in Q4, eyes growth through precancer detection

Lucid Diagnostics (LUCD) demonstrated robust performance in Q4 2022, focusing on growth, financial stability, and strategic initiatives for precancer detection.
The company's strengths lie in strong revenue potential, innovative testing models, and a proactive approach to securing payer coverage and expanding its market reach.
While facing challenges in cash management and sales team tenure, Lucid Diagnostics has opportunities to drive growth through geographic expansion, high-risk group engagement, and data-driven payer strategies.

Lucid Diagnostics reports robust Q1 performance and growth opportunities

Lucid Diagnostics showed strong performance with increased tests and financial security in Q1 2023.
The company's focus on early precancer detection and large target market are key strengths.
Challenges include improving payment collections and securing in-network contracts.
Opportunities lie in expanding outreach efforts and engaging with payers for coverage.

Lucid Diagnostics reports robust Q2 performance and eyes sustained growth

Lucid Diagnostics delivered a strong Q2 performance with notable revenue growth and operational improvements.
While facing challenges in revenue recognition and payer engagement, the company's focus on clinical utility studies and high-volume events presents growth opportunities.
With a solid financial position and a strategic approach to market access, Lucid is poised for sustained growth and increased market penetration.

Lucid Diagnostics (LUCD) reports stellar Q3 growth and eyes market expansion

Lucid Diagnostics (LUCD) demonstrated strong performance in Q3 2023, marked by substantial revenue and test volume growth. The company's strategic initiatives, financial stability, and focus on market access position it for continued success. While challenges in managing expenses persist, Lucid's opportunities for expansion and engagement with key stakeholders pave the way for future growth and profitability.

Lucid Diagnostics reports stellar Q4 results and eyes market expansion

Lucid Diagnostics (LUCD) showcased robust financial performance and strategic initiatives in Q4 2023, driving revenue growth and market expansion.
While facing challenges such as significant operating expenses and uncertainties in reimbursement processes, Lucid is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities for revenue realization and market access.
With a focus on clinical validity, engagement with payers, and exclusive product rights, Lucid demonstrates a strong competitive advantage and potential for sustained growth in the diagnostic market.

Lucid Diagnostics excels in Q1 2024, poised for market expansion

Lucid Diagnostics delivered strong financial performance in Q1 2024, showcasing revenue growth, robust margins, and a strengthened balance sheet.
The company's focus on market access strategies, innovative diagnostics, and revenue cycle improvements positions them for future success.
While facing challenges such as pending adjudications and international expansion limitations, Lucid is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in healthcare partnerships and market awareness.
Overall, Lucid's commitment to driving commercial potential and enhancing cancer detection technologies underpins their growth trajectory and shareholder value creation.

Lucid Diagnostics reports robust revenue growth and navigates reimbursement challenges

Lucid Diagnostics demonstrated strong revenue growth momentum driven by record test volumes and positive clinical data.
While facing reimbursement challenges, the company's proactive approach to market access and partnerships positions them for future success.
Maintaining a healthy cash position and focusing on operational efficiency are key strengths that support Lucid's growth trajectory.

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Lucid Diagnostics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical diagnostics technology company. It focuses on patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease also known as chronic heartburn, acid reflux, or simply reflux, who are at risk of developing esophageal precancer and cancer, specifically highly lethal esophageal adenocarcinoma. The company was founded by Lishan Aklog on May 8, 2018 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Lucid Diagnostics Inc. (NASDAQ:LUCD ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call November 13, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Matt Riley - Director-Investor Relations Lishan Aklog - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Dennis McGrath - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Kyle Mikson - Canaccord Mark Massaro - BTIG Anthony Vendetti - Maxim Group Mike Matson - Needham Ed Woo - Ascendiant Capital Operator Good morning, and welcome to the Lucid Diagnostics Third Quarter 2024 Business Update Conference Call. At this time, all lines are in a listen-only mode.

Lucid Diagnostics Inc. (LUCD) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

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EsoGuard® revenue up 20 percent sequentially Clinical evidence package for Medicare coverage submission complete Direct contracting initiative expanded to multiple programs to drive near-term revenue growth Conference call and webcast to be held today, November 13 th at 8:30 AM EST NEW YORK , Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM, PAVMZ) ("PAVmed"), today provided a business update for the Company and presented financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2024. Conference Call and Webcast The webcast will take place on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 8:30 AM and will be accessible in the investor relations section of the Company's website at luciddx.com.

Lucid Diagnostics Provides Business Update and Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Publication, which once again demonstrates strong EsoGuard performance in a screening population, completes Lucid's clinical evidence package for submission to formally seek Medicare coverage NEW YORK , Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that the manuscript for its multicenter ESOGUARD BE-1 study has been accepted for publication in The American Journal of Gastroenterology, the official journal of the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG). This is the fourth publication presenting clinical validation data for Lucid's EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA Test, and the second to demonstrate its strong performance in an intended-use screening population.

Lucid Diagnostics' ESOGUARD BE-1 Prospective Multicenter Clinical Validation Study of EsoGuard® Esophageal Precancer Testing Accepted for Peer-Reviewed Publication

Industry veterans from leading cancer detection firm join Lucid to support expansion in fully-contracted #CheckYourFoodTube Precancer Testing Events, Concierge Medicine, and Employer Markets NEW YORK , Nov. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that its commercial team has embarked on an expansion of its direct contracting initiative, focusing on programs designed to drive near-term EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA Test revenue, complementing ongoing efforts in traditional reimbursement. These programs include fully-contracted #CheckYourFoodTube Precancer Testing Events, Concierge Medicine, and Employer Markets.

Lucid Diagnostics Expands Direct Contracting Initiative with Multiple Programs Focused on Near-Term Revenue Drivers

Conference Call and Webcast at 8:30AM Eastern Time NEW YORK , Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that it will host a business update conference call and webcast on Wednesday, October 13, 2024, at 8:30 AM ET. During the call,  Lishan Aklog, M.D.

Lucid Diagnostics to Hold a Business Update Conference Call and Webcast on November 13, 2024

Patent covers proprietary method using methylation of the CCNA1 gene to help detect esophageal precancer and cancer NEW YORK , Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that it has received a Notice of Allowance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a patent application covering its proprietary method of using methylation of the cyclin-A1 (CCNA1) gene to help detect esophageal precancer and cancer, a key component of its EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA Test . "This patent strengthens the already robust intellectual property portfolio underlying our groundbreaking technologies and will provide strong protection for the CCNA1 methylation assay method which is at the heart of the EsoGuard assay," said Lishan Aklog, M.D.

Lucid Diagnostics Receives Notice of Allowance for Key Patent Underlying Its EsoGuard Esophageal DNA Test

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NEW YORK , Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that it will participate in the 2024 Maxim Healthcare Virtual Summit. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Time: 11:30 AM Eastern Time Format: Fireside Chat with Dennis McGrath , Lucid's Chief Financial Officer Venue: Virtual For more information about the 2024 Maxim Healthcare Virtual Summit and to attend Lucid's fireside chat, please visit https://m-vest.com/events/healthcare-10152024.

Lucid Diagnostics to Participate in the 2024 Maxim Healthcare Virtual Summit

Company to showcase EsoGuard® and EsoCheck® at the conference's Innovation Pavilion NEW YORK , Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that the Company and several of its key executives will be participating in the upcoming The MedTech Conference 2024, the world's foremost annual medical technology event, which will be held October 15-17, 2024, in Toronto, Canada. The MedTech Conference is organized by AdvaMed, the world's leading medical technology association.

Lucid Diagnostics to Join Global Medtech Leaders at The MedTech Conference 2024

Follows the Society's strong endorsement of EsoGuard medical policy coverage by payors NEW YORK , Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), announced that the American Foregut Society's (AFS) 2024 Annual Meeting, being held from September 26-28, 2024 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, CO, will be highlighting its EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA Test for early detection of esophageal precancer to conference participants.

American Foregut Society's 2024 Annual Meeting to Highlight Lucid Diagnostics' EsoGuard Esophageal Precancer Test

Efforts include appointment of seasoned biotech investor Sundeep Agrawal, M.D. to board to replace departing directors NEW YORK , Sept.

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Leading experts to discuss advances in technologies to prevent esophageal cancer through esophageal precancer screening NEW YORK , Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), announced that it will be participating as the sole Diamond Sponsor at the 20th International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus (ISDE) World Congress being held from September 22-24, 2024, at the Edinburgh International Convention Centre in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Lucid Diagnostics to Host Symposium on Non-Endoscopic Esophageal Precancer Screening at the 20th International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus (ISDE) World Congress

Collaboration aims to enhance early detection of esophageal cancer in at-risk patients through strategic co-marketing initiatives serving firefighters NEW YORK , Sept. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced the execution of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Front Line Mobile Health ("Front Line"), a comprehensive medical care provider for first responders.

Lucid Diagnostics Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Front Line Mobile Health

Study demonstrates excellent analytical accuracy, repeatability, and reproducibility of the assay NEW YORK , Aug. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced the peer-reviewed publication of an analytical validation study of its EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA test for the diagnosis of esophageal precancer (Barrett's Esophagus or BE) and esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) on samples collected non-endoscopically using Lucid's EsoCheck® Esophageal Cell Collection Device. The manuscript, entitled Analytical Validation of a DNA Methylation Biomarker Test for the Diagnosis of Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma from Samples Collected Using EsoCheck®, a Non-Endoscopic Esophageal Cell Collection Device , has been published in the peer-reviewed journal Diagnostics , and is currently available via open access online.

Lucid Diagnostics Announces Publication of Analytical Validation Study of EsoGuard® for Early Detection of Esophageal Precancer and Cancer

Request for insurance coverage aims to enhance early detection and treatment of esophageal precancer to prevent highly lethal esophageal cancer NEW YORK , Aug. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that the American Foregut Society (AFS), a leading society of gastroenterologists and surgeons collaborating to improve patient outcomes, including in esophageal disease, has formally requested that health insurance providers update their medical policies to include the EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA test as a covered service. The open letter, posted on the society website, highlights the critical need for early detection of esophageal precancer (Barrett's Esophagus or BE) to prevent highly lethal esophageal cancer, the strong scientific evidence supporting the use of EsoGuard as a minimally invasive screening alternative to endoscopy, and EsoGuard's incorporation in the practices of AFS physicians.

The American Foregut Society Formally Requests Medical Policy Coverage of EsoGuard® to Enhance Early Detection of Esophageal Cancer

Lucid reports record quarterly EsoGuard® test volume and held productive meeting with CMS Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) Palmetto GBA's MolDX Program Veris Health actively pursuing financing following launch of pilot program with The Ohio State's James Cancer Hospital Conference call and webcast to be held today, August 13 th at 8:30 AM EDT NEW YORK , Aug. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PAVmed Inc. (NASDAQ: PAVM, PAVMZ) ("PAVmed" or the "Company"), a diversified commercial-stage medical technology company, operating in the medical device, diagnostics, and digital health sectors, today provided a business update for the Company and its subsidiaries, Lucid Diagnostics Inc. (NASDAQ: LUCD) ("Lucid") and Veris Health Inc. ("Veris"), and presented financial results for the Company for the three months ended June 30, 2024. Conference Call and Webcast The webcast will take place on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 8:30 AM and is accessible in the investor relations section of the Company's website at pavmed.com.

PAVmed Provides Business Update and Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Lucid Diagnostics Inc. (NASDAQ:LUCD ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call August 12, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Dr. Lishan Aklog - Chairman, Chief Executive Officer Dennis McGrath - Chief Financial Officer Matt Riley - Director of Investor Relations Conference Call Participants Kyle Mikson - Canaccord Ross Osborn - Cantor Fitzgerald Anthony Vendetti - Maxim Group Mark Massaro - BTIG Ed Woo - Ascendiant Capital Operator Good morning, and welcome to the Lucid Diagnostics Second Quarter 2024 Business Update Conference Call. At this time, all lines are in a listen-only mode.

Lucid Diagnostics Inc. (LUCD) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

EsoGuard® test volume increased 31 percent quarterly; 44 percent annually Clinical data now well-positioned for final push towards broad coverage and reimbursement Over 50 high-volume #CheckYourFoodTube Precancer Testing Events in 2Q24, including first with upfront contracted payment Conference call and webcast to be held today, August 12 th at 8:30 AM EDT NEW YORK , Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM, PAVMZ) ( "PAVmed"), today provided a business update for the Company and presented financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2024. Conference Call and Webcast The webcast will take place on Monday, August 12, 2024, at 8:30 AM and will be accessible in the investor relations section of the Company's website at luciddx.com.

Lucid Diagnostics Provides Business Update and Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Event held at Fort Worth Fire Department in partnership with Front Line Mobile Health NEW YORK , Aug. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced the successful completion of a #CheckYourFoodTube Precancer Testing Event in partnership with the Fort Worth Fire Department (FWFD) and Front Line Mobile Health ("Front Line"), a comprehensive medical care provider for first responders. This was Lucid's first major directly-contracted #CheckYourFoodTube event.

Lucid Diagnostics Holds First Major Directly-Contracted EsoGuard® #CheckYourFoodTube Precancer Testing Event

Real-world data confirms utility of EsoGuard as a non-invasive triage tool to significantly increase positive yield of invasive upper endoscopy NEW YORK , Aug. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced the release of new real-world data from its ENVET-BE study supporting the clinical utility of the EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA test  as a non-invasive triage tool to significantly increase the positive yield of invasive upper endoscopy (EGD) for detection of esophageal precancer (Barrett's Esophagus or BE) and cancer. The manuscript entitled Enhancing the Positive Predictive Value of EGD for Diagnosis of Barrett's Esophagus Through EsoGuard® Triage , is currently available on the leading health sciences preprint server, MedRxiv, while undergoing peer review for publication.

Lucid Diagnostics Announces Positive Data from ENVET-BE Clinical Utility Study of EsoGuard® Esophageal Precancer Testing

NEW YORK , Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that management will participate in the following upcoming investor conferences: 9th Annual Needham Virtual MedTech & Diagnostics 1x1 Conference Dates: August 12-13, 2024 Canaccord Genuity 44th Annual Growth Conference Fireside Chat: Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 1:30 PM ET The live and archived webcast of the Canaccord Genuity fireside chat can be accessed by clicking here or by visiting the Investor Relations Section of the Lucid Diagnostics website.  A replay of the webcast will be available on the website for 30 days following the conclusion of the live broadcast.

Lucid Diagnostics to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences

Conference Call and Webcast at 8:30AM Eastern Time NEW YORK , July 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company") a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that it will host a business update conference call and webcast on Monday, August 12, 2024, at 8:30 AM ET. During the call,  Lishan Aklog, M.D.

Lucid Diagnostics to Hold a Business Update Conference Call and Webcast on August 12, 2024

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Quarterly EsoGuard® test volume increased 31 percent sequentially NEW YORK , July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and majority-owned subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that it performed a record number of commercial EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA tests in the second quarter of 2024. The 3,174 tests represent a 31% increase sequentially from the first quarter.

Lucid Diagnostics Announces Record Quarterly EsoGuard® Test Volume

NEW YORK , July 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc.  (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and majority-owned subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced the launch of its newly redesigned corporate website, www.luciddx.com. "We designed the new website to highlight our mission to prevent esophageal cancer and offer patients, healthcare professionals, investors, and other interested parties a user-friendly experience with easily accessible, informative content on Lucid and its innovative technologies," said Jenna Mowatt, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Lucid Diagnostics.

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