Clinical TMS Society Publishes First Coverage Recommendations for the Treatment of Smoking Addiction

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BrainsWay Ltd. announced that the Clinical TMS Society has published coverage recommendations for smoking addiction treatment using TMS. BrainsWay Deep TMS is the only TMS technology FDA-cleared for smoking addiction. The coverage guidance recommends TMS for individuals with Tobacco Use Disorder who failed two alternative treatments or have comorbid medical conditions. Results from BrainsWay's trial showed that over 25% of highly addicted smokers quit with Deep TMS treatment.

BrainsWay Deep TMS™ is the Only TMS System FDA-Cleared to Treat Smoking Addiction

BURLINGTON, Mass. and JERUSALEM, Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BrainsWay Ltd. (NASDAQ & TASE: BWAY) (“BrainsWay” or the “Company”), a global leader in advanced noninvasive neurostimulation treatments for mental health disorders, announced today that the Clinical TMS Society (CTMSS), an influential medical society dedicated to supporting the clinical practice, research, and access to transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), has published the first coverage recommendations for smoking addiction treatment using TMS.

BrainsWay Deep TMS™ is the only TMS technology to have received FDA clearance for the treatment of smoking addiction.

The leading specialty society advocating for the clinical benefits of noninvasive brain stimulation, CTMSS has been instrumental in helping expand TMS insurance coverage globally across multiple indications. The group’s previously-issued policy guidance helped shape the current TMS treatment reimbursement landscape in the U.S., which is now characterized by near-universal coverage for depression and increasingly expanding coverage for obsessive-compulsive disorder. With this new coverage guidance for insurers, CTMSS now recommends TMS coverage for individuals with a confirmed diagnosis of Tobacco Use Disorder (TUD) who failed two alternative treatment methods, cannot tolerate drugs, or have other comorbid medical conditions (secondary to TUD) such as COPD, artery disease and lung cancer.

“We are encouraged by the ongoing efforts of the Clinical TMS Society to drive favorable coverage for TMS around the world,” said Aron Tendler, MD, Chief Medical Officer of BrainsWay. “Nicotine use continues to be the leading cause of preventable death across the globe, and based our data, Deep TMS can be a beneficial solution for those looking to quit without prior success.”

Results from BrainsWay’s pivotal randomized controlled trial published in 2021 demonstrated that over one in four highly addicted cigarette smokers receiving Deep TMS treatment quit during the course of the study, two in three quitters maintained their abstinence during the follow up period, and the average number of cigarettes smoked per week among the overall active patient group was significantly reduced by 75%.

About Smoking Addiction
Smoking continues to be the leading cause of preventable illness worldwide despite continued cessation efforts. In the United States, 14% of all adults smoke cigarettes (34.1 million) with an economic burden of nearly $400 billion annually: $225 billion for direct medical care and over $156 billion in lost productivity. 480,000 deaths are attributed to cigarette smoking in the US each year. Worldwide, more than 1.3 billion people use tobacco products, and more than 8 million people die annually from direct and indirect exposure. The global economic burden of smoking is estimated to be $1.852 trillion every year: nearly 2% of the World GDP.

About BrainsWay
BrainsWay is a global leader in advanced noninvasive neurostimulation treatments for mental health disorders. The Company is boldly advancing neuroscience with its proprietary Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Deep TMS™) platform technology to improve health and transform lives. BrainsWay is the first and only TMS company to obtain three FDA-cleared indications backed by pivotal clinical studies demonstrating clinically proven efficacy. Current indications include major depressive disorder (including reduction of anxiety symptoms, commonly referred to as anxious depression), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and smoking addiction. The Company is dedicated to leading through superior science and building on its unparalleled body of clinical evidence. Additional clinical trials of Deep TMS in various psychiatric, neurological, and addiction disorders are underway. Founded in 2003, with offices in Burlington, MA and Jerusalem, Israel, BrainsWay is committed to increasing global awareness of and broad access to Deep TMS. For the latest news and information about BrainsWay, please visit www.brainsway.com.

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Contacts:   

BrainsWay: 
Ido Marom 
Chief Financial Officer 
844-386-7001 ext. 5
Ido.Marom@BrainsWay.com 

Investors: 
Brian Ritchie
LifeSci Advisors
646-889-1200
britchie@lifesciadvisors.com

Media Contact:
Chris Boyer
844-386-7001 ext. 2
Chris.Boyer@BrainsWay.com 

FAQ

What is the company behind the TMS technology for smoking addiction treatment?

The company behind the TMS technology for smoking addiction treatment is BrainsWay Ltd.

What is the name of the TMS technology for smoking addiction treatment?

The TMS technology for smoking addiction treatment is called BrainsWay Deep TMS.

Has the TMS technology for smoking addiction treatment received FDA clearance?

Yes, BrainsWay Deep TMS is the only TMS technology FDA-cleared for smoking addiction.

What are the coverage recommendations for smoking addiction treatment using TMS?

The Clinical TMS Society recommends TMS coverage for individuals with a confirmed diagnosis of Tobacco Use Disorder who failed two alternative treatment methods, cannot tolerate drugs, or have comorbid medical conditions.

What were the results of BrainsWay's trial for smoking addiction treatment with Deep TMS?

Results from BrainsWay's trial showed that over one in four highly addicted cigarette smokers receiving Deep TMS treatment quit during the study, two in three quitters maintained their abstinence during the follow-up period, and the average number of cigarettes smoked per week among the overall active patient group was significantly reduced by 75%.