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Semler Scientific, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMLR) is an innovative medical risk-assessment company focused on developing, manufacturing, and marketing diagnostic and testing products that enhance patient care while bridging the gap between the cost of care and its compensation. Listed on Nasdaq since February 26, 2014, Semler operates primarily in the United States, offering proprietary technology solutions that improve clinical effectiveness and efficiency for healthcare providers, insurance plans, and risk assessment groups.
Semler's flagship product, QuantaFlo®, is a rapid, in-office test for measuring arterial blood flow in the extremities. This four-minute test aids in diagnosing peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and heart dysfunction (HD). QuantaFlo® is FDA-cleared and is employed by healthcare providers to evaluate patients' risks of mortality and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE).
Beyond QuantaFlo®, Semler Scientific has made strategic alliances and investments to expand its product portfolio. The company has an exclusive marketing and distribution agreement with Mellitus Health, Inc. for Insulin Insights™, an FDA-cleared software product that recommends optimal insulin dosing for diabetic patients. Additionally, Semler holds minority investments in Mellitus, Monarch Medical Technologies LLC (developer of EndoTool® for inpatient glycemic management), and SYNAPS Dx.
In the latest financial results for Q3 2023, Semler reported consistent growth in quarterly revenue and pre-tax net income, predominantly from QuantaFlo® sales. The company continues to focus on expanding its business into heart dysfunction diagnosis.
Semler has also recently adopted Bitcoin as its primary treasury reserve asset, reflecting a strategic move to leverage the digital currency for long-term value and as a hedge against inflation. As of June 6, 2024, the company holds 828 bitcoins, underscoring its commitment to this innovative investment strategy.
More detailed information about Semler Scientific, its products, and investment strategies can be found on their website.
Semler Scientific (SMLR) announced on April 19, 2023, that Eric Semler has been appointed as Chairman of the Board and William H.C. Chang as a new independent director. Both are significant shareholders, owning over 20% of the company. The board will temporarily expand to seven members and later revert to five. Semler and Chang bring extensive experience in capital allocation and corporate governance, which is expected to enhance strategic planning. Dr. Wayne T. Pan, CEO, expressed optimism about the new appointments. Eric Semler emphasized the company's potential in diagnosing diseases and maximizing shareholder value through three main strategies: optimizing core business, developing new products, and leveraging the company's substantial cash position, which is approximately 25% of its market cap.
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