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The reported financial results by Outset Medical, Inc. show a mixed performance, with an overall annual revenue increase of 13% year-over-year. This growth is significant as it suggests increasing market adoption of the company's dialysis technology. However, the decrease in fourth-quarter revenue by 4.7% compared to the same period in the previous year indicates potential challenges or volatility in quarterly sales.

From a profitability perspective, the substantial improvement in gross margins, both quarterly and annually, is noteworthy. The nearly 900 basis points increase in the fourth quarter and overall annual improvement from 15.5% to 22.2% reflect better cost management or pricing strategies. The shift towards higher-margin recurring revenue streams, exceeding 50% of total revenue, is a positive indicator for future financial stability and predictability.

However, the company's net losses, although slightly improved from the previous year, remain a concern. The high operating expenses, particularly in R&D and S&M, suggest ongoing investments in product development and market expansion. While necessary for long-term growth, these expenses are currently outpacing revenue growth, as evidenced by the decrease in cash reserves from $290.8 million to $206.7 million year-over-year.

The reaffirmed 2024 revenue guidance indicates management's confidence in continued growth, aiming for a 12% to 18% increase and improved non-GAAP gross margins. Investors should weigh the company's growth prospects against the risks associated with its current financial trajectory and the broader economic environment impacting healthcare spending.

Outset Medical's focus on reducing the cost and complexity of dialysis positions it in a vital segment of the medical technology industry. The growth in the installed base of Tablo consoles and the expansion into home dialysis markets aligns with broader healthcare trends towards cost-effective and patient-centered solutions.

Competitive dynamics within the dialysis market are shaped by technological advancements, reimbursement policies and the shift towards home healthcare services. Outset's increased gross margins and recurring revenue streams suggest effective market penetration and customer retention. However, the service and other revenue segments' gross loss in the fourth quarter raises questions about the scalability and profitability of these services.

Investors should monitor Outset's ability to manage operating expenses and continue to innovate while expanding its market share. The company's performance must be contextualized within the industry's regulatory landscape, potential market disruptions and the impact of economic cycles on healthcare expenditure.

Outset Medical's Tablo system represents a significant innovation in the dialysis sector, potentially transforming the way renal care is provided. The increase in the Tablo installed base and the transition towards greater use in home settings are critical for long-term adoption and market disruption.

The reported growth in consumable revenue is particularly important as it suggests an increasing number of patients are using the Tablo system on a recurring basis, which is indicative of the system's reliability and user acceptance. Moreover, the emphasis on reducing healthcare costs while providing life-sustaining dialysis aligns with the increasing demand for cost-effective medical treatments.

However, the reported net losses and the decline in cash reserves highlight the financial challenges associated with scaling such innovative medical technologies. The balance between R&D investment for continued innovation and the need for financial sustainability is a delicate one. Stakeholders should consider the potential for Outset's technology to capture more of the market against the backdrop of its current financial health and investment in future growth.

02/21/2024 - 04:05 PM

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Outset Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: OM) (“Outset” or the “Company”), a medical technology company pioneering a first-of-its-kind technology to reduce the cost and complexity of dialysis, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

Fourth Quarter, Year-End Results, and Recent Highlights

Recorded net revenue of $30.5 million in the fourth quarter, bringing 2023 revenue to $130.4 million, a 13% increase compared to $115.4 million in 2022.
Increased gross margin in the fourth quarter by nearly 900 basis points from the prior-year period. Fourth quarter gross margin reached 25.3% (26.7% on a non-GAAP basis) compared to 16.5% (17.1% on a non-GAAP basis) in the fourth quarter of 2022. Gross margin for the full year was 22.2% (23.6% on a non-GAAP basis) compared to 15.5% (16.1% on a non-GAAP basis) in 2022.
As previously reported, recurring revenue consisting of Tablo consumables and services, exceeded 50% of total revenue in 2023, and the Tablo installed base reached 5,350 consoles exiting 2023, including approximately 4,050 with acute- and sub-acute care providers and 1,300 with home providers.

“As we announced in January, our results for the fourth quarter and full year reflect the scale we have built in the acute setting and progress we are making to expand Tablo’s use at home, with our growth in both end markets contributing to a 34% increase in the Tablo installed base and nearly 50% growth in consumable revenue,” said Leslie Trigg, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Outset. “We exited 2023 with a record 50% recurring revenue, fourth-quarter gross margin expanding nearly 9 percentage points, and a strong balance sheet to continue to fund our growth. We are proud of the difference Tablo and our team made in 2023 to help providers save substantially on the cost to deliver life-sustaining dialysis, and patients regain control that has been historically lost with their diagnosis.”

Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $30.5 million, representing a decrease of 4.7% compared to $32.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2022. Product revenue was $22.9 million, representing a decrease of 13.2% compared to $26.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2022. Service and other revenue was $7.6 million, representing an increase of 34.9% compared to $5.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Total gross profit was $7.7 million, compared to $5.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2022. Total gross margin was 25.3%, compared to 16.5% in the fourth quarter of 2022. On a non-GAAP basis, gross margin improved to 26.7% from 17.1% in the fourth quarter of 2022. Product gross profit was $8.3 million, compared to $4.3 million of product gross profit in the fourth quarter of 2022. Product gross margin was 36.3%, compared to 16.4% in the fourth quarter of 2022. Service and other gross loss was ($0.6) million, compared to $1.0 million of service and other gross profit in the fourth quarter of 2022. Service and other gross margin was (7.8)%, compared to 17.0% in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Operating expenses were $45.1 million, including research and development (R&D) expenses of $12.5 million, sales and marketing (S&M) expenses of $22.2 million, and general and administrative (G&A) expenses of $10.3 million. This compared to operating expenses of $45.1 million, including R&D expenses of $11.4 million, S&M expenses of $23.6 million, and G&A expenses of $10.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Excluding stock-based compensation expense, non-GAAP operating expenses were $36.4 million, including R&D expenses of $10.2 million, S&M expenses of $19.7 million, and G&A expenses of $6.5 million.

Net loss was ($38.6) million, or ($0.77) per share, compared to net loss of ($41.4) million, or ($0.86) per share, for the same period in 2022. On a non-GAAP basis, net loss was ($29.5) million, or ($0.59) per share, compared to non-GAAP net loss of ($34.1) million, or ($0.71) per share for the same period in 2022.

Total cash, including restricted cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments, was $206.7 million as of December 31, 2023, compared to $290.8 million as of December 31, 2022.

Full Year 2023 Financial Results

Revenue for 2023 was $130.4 million, representing an increase of 13.0% compared to $115.4 million for 2022. Product revenue was $103.5 million, representing an increase of 10.9% compared to $93.4 million for 2022. Service and other revenue was $26.8 million, representing an increase of 22.1% compared to $22.0 million for 2022.

Total gross profit was $29.0 million, compared to $17.8 million for 2022. Total gross margin was 22.2%, compared to 15.5% in 2022. On a non-GAAP basis, gross margin improved to 23.6% from 16.1% in 2022. Product gross profit was $29.1 million, compared to $10.9 million of product gross profit in 2022. Product gross margin was 28.1%, compared to 11.6% in 2022. Service and other gross loss was ($0.1) million, compared to $7.0 million of service and other gross profit in 2022. Service and other gross margin was (0.3)%, compared to 31.6% in 2022.

Operating expenses were $198.8 million, including R&D expenses of $57.3 million, S&M expenses of $96.2 million, and G&A expenses of $45.2 million. This compared to operating expenses of $178.9 million, including R&D expenses of $48.9 million, S&M expenses of $89.5 million, and G&A expenses of $40.5 million for 2022.

Excluding stock-based compensation expense, non-GAAP operating expenses were $161.9 million, including R&D expenses of $46.8 million, S&M expenses of $83.8 million, and G&A expenses of $31.4 million.

Net loss was ($172.8) million, or ($3.48) per share, compared to a net loss of ($163.0) million, or ($3.38) per share, for 2022. On a non-GAAP basis, net loss was ($134.2) million, or ($2.70) per share, compared to a non-GAAP net loss of ($135.8) million, or ($2.82) per share for 2022.

Full Year 2024 Financial Guidance

Outset reaffirmed its previously provided guidance for 2024, including revenue of $145 million to $153 million, growing 12% to 18% over 2023, and non-GAAP gross margin in the low-30% range for 2024, exiting the year in the mid-30% range for the fourth quarter.

Webcast and Conference Call Details

Outset will host a conference call today, February 21, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results. Those interested in listening to the conference call may do so by registering online. Once registered, participants will receive dial-in numbers and a unique pin to join the call. Participants are encouraged to register more than 15 minutes before the start of the call. A live webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at https://investors.outsetmedical.com. The webcast will be archived on the website following the completion of the call.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

The Company may report non-GAAP results for gross profit/loss, gross margin, operating expenses, operating margins, net income/loss, basic and diluted net income/loss per share, other income/loss, and cash flows. These non-GAAP financial measures are in addition to, and not a substitute for, or superior to, financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP. The Company’s financial measures under GAAP include stock-based compensation expense, as listed in the itemized reconciliations between GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures included in this press release. Management has excluded the effects of this non-cash expense item in non-GAAP measures to assist investors in analyzing and assessing past and future operating performance and period-to-period comparisons. There are limitations related to the use of non-GAAP financial measures because they are not prepared in accordance with GAAP, may exclude significant expenses required by GAAP to be recognized in the Company’s financial statements, and may not be comparable to non-GAAP financial measures used by other companies. The Company encourages investors to carefully consider its results under GAAP, as well as its supplemental non-GAAP information and the reconciliation between these presentations, to more fully understand its business. Reconciliations between GAAP and non-GAAP results are presented in the Appendix A of this press release.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current assumptions and expectations of future events and trends, which affect or may affect the Company’s business, strategy, operations or financial performance, and actual results and other events may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements due to numerous risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements about the Company’s possible or assumed future results of operations and financial position, including expectations regarding projected revenues, gross margin, operating expenses, capital expenditures, profitability and outlook; statements regarding the Company’s overall business strategy, plans and objectives of management; the Company’s expectations regarding the market sizes and growth potential for Tablo and the total addressable market opportunities for Tablo; continued execution of the Company’s initiatives designed to expand gross margins; the Company’s ability to respond to and resolve any reports, observations or other actions by the Food and Drug Administration or other regulators in a timely and effective manner; as well as the Company’s expectations regarding the impact of macroeconomic factors on the Company, its customers and suppliers. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Factors that could cause actual results or other events to differ materially from those contemplated in this press release can be found in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its latest annual and quarterly reports. Because forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. These forward-looking statements speak only as of their date and, except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements, whether as a result of any new information, future developments or otherwise.

About Outset Medical, Inc.

Outset is a medical technology company pioneering a first-of-its-kind technology to reduce the cost and complexity of dialysis. The Tablo® Hemodialysis System, FDA cleared for use from the hospital to the home, represents a significant technological advancement that transforms the dialysis experience for patients and operationally simplifies it for providers. Tablo serves as a single enterprise solution that can be utilized across the continuum of care, allowing dialysis to be delivered anytime, anywhere and by anyone. The integration of water purification and on-demand dialysate production enables Tablo to serve as a dialysis clinic on wheels, with 2-way wireless data transmission and a proprietary data analytics platform powering a new holistic approach to dialysis care. Tablo is a registered trademark of Outset Medical, Inc.

Outset Medical, Inc. Condensed Statements of Operations (in thousands, except per share amounts) (unaudited)

	Three Months Ended								Years Ended
	December 31,								December 31,
	2023				2022				2023				2022
Revenue:
Product revenue	$	22,897			$	26,364			$	103,537			$	93,388
Service and other revenue		7,610				5,643				26,839				21,987
Total revenue		30,507				32,007				130,376				115,375
Cost of revenue:
Cost of product revenue⁽²⁾		14,588				22,050				74,454				82,510
Cost of service and other revenue		8,207				4,684				26,922				15,032
Total cost of revenue		22,795				26,734				101,376				97,542
Gross profit ⁽¹⁾		7,712				5,273				29,000				17,833
Gross margin ⁽¹⁾		25.3		%		16.5		%		22.2		%		15.5		%
Operating expenses:
Research and development ⁽²⁾		12,532				11,444				57,307				48,855
Sales and marketing ⁽²⁾		22,194				23,631				96,232				89,482
General and administrative⁽²⁾		10,339				10,022				45,231				40,515
Total operating expenses		45,065				45,097				198,770				178,852
Loss from operations		(37,353	)			(39,824	)			(169,770	)			(161,019	)
Interest income and other income, net		2,282				1,907				10,171				3,291
Interest expense		(3,417	)			(2,096	)			(12,675	)			(3,566	)
Loss on extinguishment of term loan		—				(1,367	)			—				(1,367	)
Loss before provision for income taxes		(38,488	)			(41,380	)			(172,274	)			(162,661	)
Provision for income taxes		112				64				523				295
Net loss	$	(38,600	)		$	(41,444	)		$	(172,797	)		$	(162,956	)

Net loss per share, basic and diluted	$	(0.77	)		$	(0.86	)		$	(3.48	)		$	(3.38	)
Shares used in computing net loss per share, basic and diluted		50,254				48,375				49,588				48,161

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⁽¹⁾ Gross profit and gross margin by source consisted of the following:

	Three Months Ended							Years Ended
	December 31,							December 31,
	2023				2022			2023				2022
Gross profit
Product revenue	$	8,309			$	4,314		$	29,083			$	10,878
Service and other revenue		(597	)			959			(83	)			6,955
Total gross profit	$	7,712			$	5,273		$	29,000			$	17,833
Gross margin
Product revenue		36.3		%		16.4	%		28.1		%		11.6	%
Service and other revenue		(7.8	)	%		17.0	%		(0.3	)	%		31.6	%
Total gross margin		25.3		%		16.5	%		22.2		%		15.5	%

⁽²⁾ Include stock-based compensation expense as follows:

	Three Months Ended							Years Ended
	December 31,							December 31,
	2023				2022			2023				2022
Cost of revenue	$	424			$	208		$	1,805			$	701
Research and development		2,306				1,960			10,538				6,845
Sales and marketing		2,511				2,829			12,419				10,269
General and administrative		3,857				2,356			13,872				9,388
Total stock-based compensation expense	$	9,098			$	7,353		$	38,634			$	27,203

Outset Medical, Inc. Condensed Balance Sheets (in thousands, except per share amounts)

	December 31,
	2023			2022
	(Unaudited)
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	68,509		$	73,222
Short-term investments		134,815			214,280
Accounts receivable, net		32,980			28,070
Inventories		49,215			51,476
Prepaid expenses and other current assets		5,700			6,597
Total current assets		291,219			373,645
Restricted cash		3,329			3,311
Property and equipment, net		13,273			15,876
Operating lease right-of-use assets		5,375			6,117
Other assets		605			1,166
Total assets	$	313,801		$	400,115
Liabilities and stockholders' equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	5,827		$	603
Accrued compensation and related benefits		19,005			21,519
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities		13,459			16,227
Accrued warranty liability		3,712			3,620
Deferred revenue, current		11,727			8,662
Operating lease liabilities, current		1,593			1,318
Total current liabilities		55,323			51,949
Accrued interest		896			113
Deferred revenue		101			151
Operating lease liabilities		4,482			5,576
Term loans		130,113			96,336
Total liabilities		190,915			154,125
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders' equity:
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value; 5,000 shares authorized, and no shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2023 and 2022		—			—
Common stock, $0.001 par value; 300,000 shares authorized as of December 31, 2023 and 2022; 50,317 and 48,465 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively		50			48
Additional paid-in capital		1,084,515			1,035,456
Accumulated other comprehensive loss		68			(564	)
Accumulated deficit		(961,747	)		(788,950	)
Total stockholders' equity		122,886			245,990
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$	313,801		$	400,115

Outset Medical, Inc. Condensed Statements of Cash Flows (in thousands) (unaudited)

	Years Ended December 31,
	2023			2022
Net cash used in operating activities	$	(131,373	)	$	(145,729	)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities		83,026			(66,295	)
Net cash provided by financing activities		43,652			72,898
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash		(4,695	)		(139,126	)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of the period		76,533			215,659
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of the period ⁽¹⁾	$	71,838		$	76,533


⁽¹⁾ The following table provides a reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash reported within the accompanying condensed balance sheets that sum to the total of the amounts shown in the accompanying condensed statements of cash flows (in thousands):

	December 31,
	2023			2022
Cash and cash equivalents	$	68,509		$	73,222
Restricted cash		3,329			3,311
Total cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash^*	$	71,838		$	76,533

* The total cash, including restricted cash, cash equivalents and investment securities as of December 31, 2023 was $206.7 million; compared to $290.8 million as of December 31, 2022.

Appendix A
Outset Medical, Inc. Results of Operations – Non-GAAP (in thousands, except per share amounts) (unaudited)

Reconciliation between GAAP and non-GAAP net loss per share:

	Three Months Ended								Years Ended
	December 31,								December 31,
	2023				2022				2023				2022
GAAP net loss per share, diluted	$	(0.77	)		$	(0.86	)		$	(3.48	)		$	(3.38	)
Stock-based compensation expense		0.18				0.15				0.78				0.56
Non-GAAP net loss per share, diluted	$	(0.59	)		$	(0.71	)		$	(2.70	)		$	(2.82	)

Reconciliation between GAAP and non-GAAP net loss:

	Three Months Ended								Years Ended
	December 31,								December 31,
	2023				2022				2023				2022
GAAP net loss, diluted	$	(38,600	)		$	(41,444	)		$	(172,797	)		$	(162,956	)
Stock-based compensation expense		9,098				7,353				38,634				27,203
Non-GAAP net loss, diluted	$	(29,502	)		$	(34,091	)		$	(134,163	)		$	(135,753	)

Reconciliation between GAAP and non-GAAP results of operations:

	Three Months Ended								Years Ended
	December 31,								December 31,
	2023				2022				2023				2022
GAAP gross profit	$	7,712			$	5,273			$	29,000			$	17,833
Stock-based compensation expense		424				208				1,805				701
Non-GAAP gross profit	$	8,136			$	5,481			$	30,805			$	18,534

GAAP gross margin		25.3		%		16.5		%		22.2		%		15.5		%
Stock-based compensation expense		1.4				0.6				1.4				0.6
Non-GAAP gross margin		26.7		%		17.1		%		23.6		%		16.1		%

GAAP research and development expense	$	12,532			$	11,444			$	57,307			$	48,855
Stock-based compensation expense		(2,306	)			(1,960	)			(10,538	)			(6,845	)
Non-GAAP research and development expense	$	10,226			$	9,484			$	46,769			$	42,010

GAAP sales and marketing expense	$	22,194			$	23,631			$	96,232			$	89,482
Stock-based compensation expense		(2,511	)			(2,829	)			(12,419	)			(10,269	)
Non-GAAP sales and marketing expense	$	19,683			$	20,802			$	83,813			$	79,213

GAAP general and administrative expense	$	10,339			$	10,022			$	45,231			$	40,515
Stock-based compensation expense		(3,857	)			(2,356	)			(13,872	)			(9,388	)
Non-GAAP general and administrative expense	$	6,482			$	7,666			$	31,359			$	31,127

GAAP total operating expense	$	45,065			$	45,097			$	198,770			$	178,852
Stock-based compensation expense		(8,674	)			(7,145	)			(36,829	)			(26,502	)
Non-GAAP total operating expense	$	36,391			$	37,952			$	161,941			$	152,350

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Outset Medical reported revenue of $30.5 million in Q4 2023.

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Outset's gross margin improved by nearly 900 basis points in Q4 2023.

What was the Tablo installed base at the end of 2023?

The Tablo installed base reached 5,350 consoles at the end of 2023.

What was Outset Medical's net loss in Q4 2023?

Outset Medical reported a net loss of ($38.6) million in Q4 2023.

What is Outset Medical's revenue guidance for 2024?

Outset reaffirmed revenue guidance of $145-153 million for 2024.

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