Inspire Medical Systems: The Moat Just Passed Its Worst-Case Stress Test
The article says Inspire Medical Systems remained financially strong amid coding and reimbursement disruptions, with gross margin at 86% and nine-month operating cash flow of $82.5 million despite revenue declining 7.9% year over year. Management attributed nearly all of the shortfall to coding issues and expects growth to resume after a permanent CPT code takes effect in January 2028.
Why it matters — INSP watchers may consider how administrative headwinds and the expected timing of a permanent CPT code relate to the company’s recent revenue decline and outlook.