Reimbursement Issues
Part of Invention, Investment, and Invigoration (i3): Serving the Patient
Details
- Date
- Thursday, January 21, 2027
- Time
- 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
- Session type
- Pre-Conference Session
- Schedule
- See this day
About
This full-day pre-conference course will provide a comprehensive overview of the evolving neuromodulation ecosystem, organized around the central theme of serving the patient. Bringing together leaders from academia, industry, and investment, the program will explore the field from technological innovation through commercialization and clinical adoption. Sessions will examine the future of neuromodulation, the funding outlook for emerging startups, and advances in key areas including brain-computer interfaces, neuromodulation for internal organs, and emerging modalities such as ultrasound-based stimulation. Additional discussion will address the critical role of reimbursement and evidence generation in ensuring patient access to new therapies. The course will conclude with a panel featuring senior leaders from major neuromodulation companies sharing perspectives on industry trends and future opportunities. Designed to encourage cross-sector dialogue, the program aims to highlight how scientific, clinical, and business decisions ultimately converge around a common goal: improving outcomes and access for patients.
Presenters
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Jeremy Koff currently serves as Sr. Consulting Editor, Neurotech Reports, a leading source of news and in-depth analysis for the neurotechnology industry.
With over 25 years of experience in neurotechnology, Mr. Koff has supported approximately 20 neuromodulation companies at various stages of commercialization, from inception to IPO or acquisition. His expertise spans product and clinical development, start-ups, international distribution, and business strategy, among other areas.
Mr. Koff holds a Bachelor's degree in biology from Middlebury College, a Masters of Public Affairs from Indiana University, and an MBA from UCLA. He serves/has served as a Board member and/or advisor to several organizations within the life sciences and music industries, including Leonhardt Ventures, PainCare Labs, Thermeutics, Guitar Center Music Foundation and Fender Music Foundation. He is a frequent speaker, moderator, and faculty member at medtech conferences and within the start-up community.
Mr. Koff is an avid skier, biker, swimmer and musician, and enjoys spending time with his 9-year old daughter, Audrey.