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AtriCure, Inc. - Quarter Report: 2023 June (Form 10-Q)

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
_____________________________________________
FORM 10-Q
___________________________________________________________________________________________
x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023
or
¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from_____________to_____________
Commission File Number 000-51470
_____________________________________________
AtriCure, Inc.
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
_____________________________________________
Delaware34-1940305
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation)
(IRS Employer
Identification No.)
7555 Innovation Way
Mason, OH 45040
(Address of principal executive offices)
(513) 755-4100
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
_____________________________________________
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $.001 par valueATRCNASDAQ
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days: Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files). Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer or a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large Accelerated Filer☒Accelerated Filer☐Emerging growth company☐
Non-Accelerated Filer☐Smaller reporting company☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act: ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act): YES ☐ NO ☒
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.
Class
Outstanding at July 21, 2023
Common Stock, $.001 par value
47,349,899

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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements
ATRICURE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)
(Unaudited)
 June 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $67,240 $58,099 
Short-term investments 59,785 63,014 
Accounts receivable, less allowance for credit losses of $230
48,362 42,693 
Inventories 55,409 45,931 
Prepaid and other current assets 7,179 5,477 
Total current assets 237,975 215,214 
Long-term investments7,598 51,509 
Property and equipment, net 40,540 38,833 
Operating lease right-of-use assets4,353 3,787 
Intangible assets, net 67,383 39,339 
Goodwill 234,781 234,781 
Other noncurrent assets 1,541 1,985 
Total assets $594,171 $585,448 
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $23,709 $19,898 
Accrued liabilities 31,986 33,022 
Current maturities of debt and leases15,715 5,472 
Total current liabilities 71,410 58,392 
Long-term debt47,047 56,834 
Finance lease liabilities8,614 9,147 
Operating lease liabilities3,458 3,095 
Other noncurrent liabilities 1,220 1,226 
Total liabilities 131,749 128,694 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 9)
Stockholders’ Equity:
Common stock, $0.001 par value, 90,000 shares authorized and 47,352 and 46,563 issued and outstanding
47 47 
Additional paid-in capital 803,197 787,422 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(2,609)(4,096)
Accumulated deficit (338,213)(326,619)
Total stockholders’ equity 462,422 456,754 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $594,171 $585,448 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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ATRICURE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
(In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,		Six Months Ended
June 30,
2023202220232022
Revenue $100,918 $84,529 $194,412 $159,105 
Cost of revenue 23,841 21,010 47,726 39,991 
Gross profit 77,077 63,519 146,686 119,114 
Operating expenses:
Research and development expenses 17,438 14,791 32,765 28,420 
Selling, general and administrative expenses63,783 62,388 123,847 118,504 
Total operating expenses81,221 77,179 156,612 146,924 
Loss from operations(4,144)(13,660)(9,926)(27,810)
Other income (expense):
Interest expense (1,719)(1,101)(3,355)(2,101)
Interest income 961 76 1,836 192 
Other (123)(111)22 (204)
Loss before income tax expense(5,025)(14,796)(11,423)(29,923)
Income tax expense93 45 171 101 
Net loss$(5,118)$(14,841)$(11,594)$(30,024)
Basic and diluted net loss per share$(0.11)$(0.32)$(0.25)$(0.66)
Weighted average shares outstanding—basic and diluted46,266 45,692 46,187 45,610 
Comprehensive income (loss):
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments$427 $(449)$1,468 $(2,788)
Foreign currency translation adjustment 36 (430)19 (608)
Other comprehensive income (loss)463 (879)1,487 (3,396)
Net loss(5,118)(14,841)(11,594)(30,024)
Comprehensive loss, net of tax$(4,655)$(15,720)$(10,107)$(33,420)
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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ATRICURE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(In Thousands)
(Unaudited)
Three-Month Period Ended June 30, 2022
Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Accumulated
Deficit
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Total
Stockholders’
Equity
Shares
Amount
Balance—March 31, 2022
46,268 $46 $761,580 $(295,336)$(3,465)$462,825 
Impact of equity compensation plans155 — 9,605 — — 9,605 
Other comprehensive loss— — — — (879)(879)
Net loss— — — (14,841)— (14,841)
Balance—June 30, 2022
46,423 $46 $771,185 $(310,177)$(4,344)$456,710 
Three-Month Period Ended June 30, 2023
Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Accumulated
Deficit
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Total
Stockholders’
Equity
Shares
Amount
Balance—March 31, 2023
47,244 $47 $790,965 $(333,095)$(3,072)$454,845 
Impact of equity compensation plans108 — 12,232 — — 12,232 
Other comprehensive income— — — — 463 463 
Net loss— — — (5,118)— (5,118)
Balance—June 30, 2023
47,352 $47 $803,197 $(338,213)$(2,609)$462,422 
 Six-Month Period Ended June 30, 2022
 
Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Accumulated
Deficit
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Total
Stockholders’
Equity
 
Shares
Amount
Balance—December 31, 2021
46,016 $46 $764,811 $(280,153)$(948)$483,756 
Impact of equity compensation plans407 — 6,374 — — 6,374 
Other comprehensive loss— — — — (3,396)(3,396)
Net loss— — — (30,024)— (30,024)
Balance—June 30, 2022
46,423 $46 $771,185 $(310,177)$(4,344)$456,710 
 
 Six-Month Period Ended June 30, 2023
 
Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Accumulated
Deficit
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Total
Stockholders’
Equity
 
Shares
Amount
Balance—December 31, 2022
46,563 $47 $787,422 $(326,619)$(4,096)$456,754 
Impact of equity compensation plans789 — 15,775 — — 15,775 
Other comprehensive income— — — — 1,487 1,487 
Net loss— — — (11,594)— (11,594)
Balance—June 30, 2023
47,352 $47 $803,197 $(338,213)$(2,609)$462,422 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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ATRICURE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In Thousands)
(Unaudited)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
20232022
Cash flows from operating activities: 
Net loss$(11,594)$(30,024)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
Share-based compensation expense 17,755 14,573 
Depreciation 4,567 3,861 
Amortization of intangible assets 1,956 1,943 
Amortization of deferred financing costs 243 255 
Amortization of investments 294 983 
Other non-cash adjustments487 679 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable (5,563)(8,757)
Inventories (9,377)(2,727)
Other current assets (1,696)32 
Accounts payable 2,945 4,240 
Accrued liabilities (1,084)(5,136)
Other noncurrent assets and liabilities (1)(325)
Net cash used in operating activities(1,068)(20,403)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of available-for-sale securities — (3,941)
Sales and maturities of available-for-sale securities 48,315 51,749 
Purchases of property and equipment (5,582)(7,565)
Acquisition of intellectual property(30,000)— 
Net cash provided by investing activities12,733 40,243 
Cash flows from financing activities:
Payments on leases (483)(437)
Payment of debt fees (60)— 
Proceeds from stock option exercises and employee stock purchase plan4,058 3,374 
Shares repurchased for payment of taxes on stock awards (6,038)(11,573)
Net cash used in financing activities(2,523)(8,636)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents (1)(302)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 9,141 10,902 
Cash and cash equivalents—beginning of period 58,099 43,654 
Cash and cash equivalents—end of period $67,240 $54,556 
Supplemental cash flow information:
Cash paid for interest $3,078 $1,797 
Net cash paid for income taxes159 132 
Non-cash investing and financing activities:
Accrued purchases of property and equipment 1,046 2,562 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)

1.DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Nature of the Business—The “Company” or “AtriCure” consists of AtriCure, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. The Company is a leading innovator in surgical treatments and therapies for atrial fibrillation (Afib), left atrial appendage (LAA) management and post-operative pain management, and sells its products to medical centers globally through its direct sales force and distributors.
Basis of Presentation—The accompanying interim financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The accompanying interim financial statements are unaudited, but in the opinion of the Company’s management, contain all normal, recurring adjustments considered necessary to present fairly the financial position, results of operations and cash flows for the periods presented in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP) applicable to interim periods. Certain information and footnote disclosures included in annual financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP have been omitted or condensed. The Company believes the disclosures herein are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. Results of operations are not necessarily indicative of the results expected for the full year or for any future period.
The accompanying interim financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited financial statements included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022 filed with the SEC. Except as discussed herein, there have been no changes in the Company's significant accounting policies for the six months ended June 30, 2023 as compared to the significant accounting policies described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Use of Estimates—The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, including inventories, intangible assets, valuation allowance for deferred income tax assets, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expense, including share-based compensation expense. Estimates are based on historical experience, where applicable, and other assumptions believed to be reasonable by management. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Segments—The Company's chief operating decision maker is its Chief Executive Officer, who reviews financial information presented on a consolidated basis, accompanied only by revenue information by product type and geographic area, for purposes of allocating resources and evaluating financial performance. Accordingly, the Company has determined that it has a single operating segment. The Company’s long-lived assets are located in the United States, except for $2,934 as of June 30, 2023 and $1,616 as of December 31, 2022 located primarily in Europe.
Earnings Per Share—Basic and diluted net loss per share are computed by dividing the net loss by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Since the Company has experienced net losses for all periods presented, net loss per share excludes the effect of 1,839 and 1,548 shares as of June 30, 2023 and 2022 because they are anti-dilutive. Therefore, the number of shares used for basic and diluted net loss per share are the same.
Share-Based Compensation—The Company recognizes share-based compensation expense for all share-based payment awards, including stock options, restricted stock awards, restricted stock units, performance share awards (PSAs) and stock purchases through an employee stock purchase plan, based on estimated fair values. The value of the portion of an award that is ultimately expected to vest is recognized as expense ratably over the service period. Prior to January 1, 2023, the Company estimated forfeitures at the time of grant and revises them, as necessary, in subsequent periods as actual forfeitures differ from those estimates. Effective January 1, 2023, the Company's policy was amended to account for forfeitures as they occur rather than estimating at the time of grant, and the effect on income from continuing operations and retained earnings is not significant.
Intangible Assets—Technology intangible assets with determinable useful lives are amortized on a straight-line basis over the estimated fifteen year period benefited. Patent intangible assets with determinable useful lives are amortized over the estimated useful life of 5 years in a pattern reflecting the estimated economic benefit of the asset to the Company. Amortization of technology intangible assets is recorded in selling, general and administrative expense, while amortization of patent intangible assets is recorded in cost of revenue.
The Company reviews intangible assets at least annually for impairment using its best estimates based on reasonable and
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
supportable assumptions and projections.
2.FAIR VALUE
The Financial Accounting Standards Board’s (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 820, “Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures” (ASC 820), defines fair value as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to settle a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. Valuation techniques used to measure fair value must maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The fair value hierarchy is based on three levels of inputs, of which the first two are considered observable and the last unobservable, that may be used to measure fair value:
•Level 1—Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
•Level 2—Inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, either directly or indirectly, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities.
•Level 3—Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities.
The following table represents the Company’s fair value hierarchy for its financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of June 30, 2023:
Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)		Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)		Significant Other
Unobservable
Inputs (Level 3)		Total
Assets:
Money market funds $—$62,100$—$62,100
Government and agency obligations24,273——24,273
Corporate bonds —40,914—40,914
Asset-backed securities—2,196—2,196
Total assets $24,273$105,210$—$129,483
There were no changes in the levels or methodology of measurement of financial assets and liabilities during the three and six months ended June 30, 2023.
The following table represents the Company’s fair value hierarchy for its financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of December 31, 2022:
Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)		Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)		Significant Other
Unobservable
Inputs (Level 3)		Total
Assets:
Money market funds $—$54,414$—$54,414
Commercial paper —11,935—11,935
Government and agency obligations32,637——32,637
Corporate bonds —67,598—67,598
Asset-backed securities—2,353—2,353
Total assets $32,637$136,300$—$168,937
Contingent Consideration. The Company’s contingent consideration arrangements arising from the SentreHEART acquisition obligate the Company to pay certain defined amounts to former shareholders of SentreHEART if specified milestones are met related to the aMAZE™ IDE clinical trial, including pre-market approval (PMA) approval and
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(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
reimbursement for the therapy involving SentreHEART’s devices. The Company assessed the projected probability of payment during the contractual achievement periods to be remote, resulting in no reported fair value as of June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022.
3.INVESTMENTS
Investments as of June 30, 2023 consisted of the following:
Cost BasisUnrealized
Losses		Fair Value
Corporate bonds$42,334$(1,420)$40,914
Government and agency obligations24,993(720)24,273
Asset-backed securities2,286(90)2,196
Total$69,613$(2,230)$67,383
Investments as of December 31, 2022 consisted of the following:
Cost BasisUnrealized
Losses		Fair Value
Corporate bonds$69,832$(2,234)$67,598
Government and agency obligations33,971(1,334)32,637
Commercial paper11,935—11,935
Asset-backed securities2,483(130)2,353
Total$118,221$(3,698)$114,523
The gross realized gains or losses from sales of available-for-sale investments were not significant in the three and six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022.
The cost and fair value of investments in debt securities, by contractual maturity, as of June 30, 2023 were as follows:
Available-for-sale
Amortized CostFair Value
Due in 1 year or less
$59,332$57,589
Due after 1 year through 5 years
7,9957,598
Due after 5 years through 10 years
——
Instruments not due at a single maturity date2,2862,196
Total$69,613$67,383
Instruments not due at a single maturity date consist of asset-backed securities. Actual maturities may differ from the contractual maturities due to call or prepayment rights.
4.INVENTORIES
Inventories consist of the following:
June 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Raw materials $26,487$19,880
Work in process 3,8932,959
Finished goods 25,02923,092
Total$55,409$45,931
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(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
5.INTANGIBLE ASSETS
The following table provides a summary of the Company’s intangible assets:
June 30, 2023 December 31, 2022
Cost Accumulated
Amortization		CostAccumulated
Amortization
Technology$46,470$8,607$46,470$7,131
Patents30,000480——
Total$76,470$9,087$46,470$7,131
In May 2023, the Company acquired patents that will be amortized over an estimated useful life of 5 years. See Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies for further information on the asset acquisition.
The following table summarizes the allocation of amortization expense of intangible assets:
Three Months Ended
June 30,		Six Months Ended
June 30,
2023202220232022
Cost of revenues$480 $— $480 $— 
Selling, general and administrative expenses738 971 1,476 1,943 
Total$1,218 $971 $1,956 $1,943 
Future amortization expense is projected as follows:
2023 (excluding the six months ended June 30, 2023)
$3,397
20247,453
20258,353
20269,553
202710,453
2028 and thereafter
28,174
Total $67,383
6.ACCRUED LIABILITIES
Accrued liabilities consist of the following:
 June 30,
2023		 December 31,
2022
Accrued compensation and employee-related expenses$26,807$26,924
Sales returns and allowances3,1722,797
Other accrued liabilities 2,0073,301
Total $31,986$33,022
7.INDEBTEDNESS
Credit Facility. The Company has a Loan and Security Agreement, as amended and modified effective November 1, 2021, (Loan Agreement). Our primary banking relationship in the United States was with Silicon Valley Bank. During the first quarter of 2023 all deposits and loans of Silicon Valley Bank were purchased by First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company, and our banking relationship is now with Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company as of March 31, 2023. The Loan Agreement provides a $60,000 term loan, a $30,000 revolving line of credit, and an option for an additional $30,000 in term loan borrowings. The Loan Agreement has a five year term, expiring November 2026.
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(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
Principal payments under the Loan Agreement are to be made ratably commencing 24 months after inception through the loan's maturity date. If the Company meets certain conditions, as specified by the Loan Agreement, the commencement of term loan principal payments may be deferred by an additional twelve months. The term loan accrues interest at the Prime Rate plus 1.25% and is subject to an additional 3.00% fee on the term loan principal amount at maturity. The Company is accruing the 3.00% fee over the term of the Loan Agreement, with $600 included in the outstanding loan balance as of June 30, 2023. Additionally, the unamortized original financing costs related to the term loan of $220 are netted against the outstanding loan balance in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets and are amortized ratably over the term of the Loan Agreement.
The revolving line of credit is subject to an annual facility fee of 0.20%, and any borrowings thereunder bear interest at the Prime Rate. Borrowing availability under the revolving credit facility is based on the lesser of $30,000 or a borrowing base calculation as defined by the Loan Agreement. As of June 30, 2023, the Company had no borrowings under the revolving credit facility and had borrowing availability of $28,750.
The Loan Agreement also provides for certain prepayment and early termination fees, as well as establishes a minimum liquidity covenant and dividend restrictions, along with other customary terms and conditions. Specified assets have been pledged as collateral.
Future maturities of long-term debt, excluding the term loan final fee, are projected as follows:
2023 (excluding the six months ended June 30, 2023)
$3,333
202420,000
202520,000
202616,667
Total long-term debt, of which $13,333 is current and $46,667 is noncurrent
$60,000
8.LEASES
The Company has operating and finance leases for office, manufacturing and warehouse facilities and equipment. The Company’s leases have remaining lease terms of less than one year to ten years. Options to renew or extend leases beyond their initial term have been excluded from measurement of the ROU assets and lease liabilities as exercise is not reasonably certain.
The weighted average remaining lease term and the discount rate for the reporting periods are as follows:
June 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Operating Leases
Weighted average remaining lease term (years)5.24.4
Weighted average discount rate5.39%4.60%
Finance Leases
Weighted average remaining lease term (years)7.17.6
Weighted average discount rate6.92%6.92%
A $1,250 letter of credit issued to the lessor of the Company's corporate headquarters building is renewed annually and remains outstanding as of June 30, 2023.
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(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
The components of lease expense are as follows:
 Three Months Ended
June 30,		Six Months Ended
June 30,
 2023202220232022
Operating lease cost$325 $284 $635 $570 
 
Finance lease cost:
Amortization of right-of-use assets255 338 510 508 
Interest on lease liabilities170 185 345 375 
Total finance lease cost$425 $523 $855 $883 
Short-term lease expense was not significant for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022.
Supplemental cash flow information related to leases was as follows:
Six Months Ended
June 30, 2023		Six Months Ended
June 30, 2022
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows for operating leases$602 $505 
Operating cash flows for finance leases345 375 
Financing cash flows for finance leases483 437 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leases1,068 — 
Finance leases— — 
Supplemental balance sheet information related to leases was as follows:
June 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Operating Leases
Operating lease right-of-use assets$4,353 $3,787 
Current maturities of leases1,340 1,147 
Operating lease liabilities3,458 3,095 
Total operating lease liabilities$4,798 $4,242 
Finance Leases
Property and equipment, at cost$14,620 $14,645 
Accumulated depreciation(7,339)(7,109)
Property and equipment, net $7,281 $7,536 
Current maturities of leases$1,042 $992 
Finance lease liabilities8,614 9,147 
Total finance lease liabilities$9,656 $10,139 
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(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
Future maturities of lease liabilities as of June 30, 2023 were as follows:
Operating LeasesFinance Leases
2023 (excluding the six months ended June 30, 2023)
$663 $836 
20241,270 1,689 
20251,034 1,638 
2026727 1,671 
2027754 1,703 
2028 and thereafter
1,169 4,824 
Total payments $5,617 $12,361 
Less imputed interest(819)(2,705)
Total$4,798 $9,656 
9.COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
License Agreement. The Company had been a party to a license agreement that required royalty payments of 5% of specified product sales. In May 2023, the Company entered into an agreement that terminated the license agreement and the Company's obligations to make royalty payments under the license agreement. See Legal section below for additional information.
Purchase Agreements. The Company enters into standard purchase agreements with suppliers in the ordinary course of business, generally with terms that allow cancellation.
Legal. The Company may, from time to time, become a party to legal proceedings. Such matters are subject to many uncertainties and to outcomes of which the financial impacts are not predictable with assurance and that may not be known for extended periods of time. A liability is established once management determines a loss is probable and an amount can be reasonably estimated. The Company recognizes income from a favorable resolution of legal proceedings when the associated cash or assets are received.
The Company received a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) from the U.S. Department of Justice (USDOJ) in December 2017 stating that it is investigating the Company to determine whether the Company has violated the False Claims Act, relating to the promotion of certain medical devices related to the treatment of atrial fibrillation for off-label use and submitted or caused to be submitted false claims to certain federal and state health care programs for medically unnecessary healthcare services related to the treatment of atrial fibrillation. The CID covers the period from January 2010 to December 2017 and required the production of documents and answers to written interrogatories. The Company had no knowledge of the investigation prior to receipt of the CID. The Company maintains rigorous policies and procedures to promote compliance with the False Claims Act and other applicable regulatory requirements. The Company provided the USDOJ with documents and answers to the written interrogatories. In March 2021, USDOJ informed the Company that its investigation was based on a lawsuit brought on behalf of the United States and various state and local governments under the qui tam provisions of federal and certain state and local False Claims Acts. Although the USDOJ and all of the state and local governments declined to intervene, the relator continues to pursue the case. During the third quarter of 2022, the relator filed a Fourth Amended Complaint, which dropped allegations of off-label promotion and now alleges that the Company paid illegal kickbacks to healthcare providers in exchange for using or referring the Company’s products, in violation of the federal Anti-Kickback Statute and various comparable state and local laws. While the Company is contesting the case, it is not possible to predict when this matter may be resolved or what impact, if any, the outcome of this matter might have on our consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows.
On August 23, 2022, the Cleveland Clinic Foundation (“CCF”) and IDx Medical, Ltd. (“IDx”) filed a Demand for Arbitration against the Company with the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”), alleging that the Company breached certain provisions of the License Agreement dated December 9, 2003 among the Company, Clinic and IDx (“License Agreement”). Clinic and IDx alleged that the Company did not include the revenues from sales of certain products in its royalty payments due under the License Agreement, and the Company did not provide related notices required under the License Agreement. The Company filed its Answering Statement and Counterclaims to the allegations in September 2022, denying each
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
claim and counterclaiming for breach of contract, correction of inventorship, declaratory judgment, patent prosecution and legal fees. In May 2023, the Company entered into an Assignment and Agreement Regarding IDx and CCF Intellectual Property (“Assignment Agreement”) with Clinic and IDx. Pursuant to the Assignment Agreement, during the second quarter of 2023, the Company made a one-time payment of $33,400 to Clinic and IDx for the acquisition of patents and other intellectual property. The Assignment Agreement also requires dismissal of the arbitration and release of payment for royalty obligations due to Clinic and IDx under the License Agreement after March 31, 2023. The amount paid, together with transaction costs, was allocated between the acquired intangible asset, the release of payment for royalty obligations and the settlement of the dispute. The intangible asset was assigned a value of $30,000 and is being amortized over an estimated useful life of 5 years. The release of the royalty obligations was valued at $432. The remaining $3,088 was allocated to the settlement and is included in selling, general and administrative expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2023.
During the first quarter of 2023, the Company entered into a legal settlement for $7,500 in connection with the settlement of claims filed against a competitor. The Company recorded a $3,500 gain for the three months ended June 30, 2023 and $7,500 for the six months ended June 30, 2023 for the proceeds received as a reduction to selling, general and administrative expenses.
10. REVENUE
The Company develops, manufactures and sells devices designed primarily for surgical ablation of cardiac tissue, exclusion of the left atrial appendage, and blocking post-operative pain by temporarily ablating peripheral nerves. These devices are marketed to a broad base of medical centers globally. The Company recognizes revenue when control of promised goods is transferred to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for those goods.
United States revenue by product type is as follows:
Three Months Ended
June 30,		Six Months Ended
June 30,
2023202220232022
Open ablation $27,002$22,070$52,144$41,044
Minimally invasive ablation 11,37010,15421,00718,769
Pain management12,59010,21023,65818,224
Total ablation$50,962$42,434$96,809$78,037
Appendage management33,94128,83166,28355,500
Total United States$84,903$71,265$163,092$133,537
International revenue by product type is as follows:
 Three Months Ended
June 30,		Six Months Ended
June 30,
 2023202220232022
Open ablation $7,722$6,213$15,008$12,705
Minimally invasive ablation 1,3751,2713,2422,804
Pain management439114667254
Total ablation$9,536$7,598$18,917$15,763
Appendage management6,4795,66612,4039,805
Total International $16,015$13,264$31,320$25,568
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
Revenue attributed to customer geographic locations is as follows:
Three Months Ended
June 30,		Six Months Ended
June 30,
2023202220232022
United States$84,903$71,265$163,092$133,537
Europe9,4577,78318,85815,020
Asia Pacific6,1254,93311,5279,490
Other International4335489351,058
Total International16,01513,26431,32025,568
Total Revenue$100,918$84,529$194,412$159,105
11. INCOME TAX PROVISION
The Company files federal, state and foreign income tax returns in jurisdictions with varying statutes of limitations. The Company uses the asset and liability method to determine its provision for income taxes. The Company’s provision for income taxes in interim periods is computed by applying the discrete method and is based on financial results through the end of the interim period. The Company determined that using the discrete method is more appropriate than using the annual effective tax rate method. The Company is unable to estimate the annual effective tax rate with sufficient precision to use the effective tax rate method, which requires a full-year projection of income. The effective tax rate for the three months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022 was (1.9%) and (0.3%). The effective tax rate for the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2022 was (1.5%) and (0.3%). The Company’s worldwide effective tax rate differs from the US statutory rate of 21% primarily due to its valuation allowances.
The Company's federal, state, local and foreign tax returns are routinely subject to review by various taxing authorities. The Company has not accrued any interest and penalties related to unrecognized income tax benefits as a result of offsetting net operating losses. However, if required, the Company will recognize interest and penalties within income tax expense and within the related tax liability.
12. EQUITY COMPENSATION PLANS
The Company has two share-based incentive plans: the 2023 Stock Incentive Plan (2023 Plan) and the 2018 Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Stockholders approved the 2023 Plan at the 2023 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Pursuant to its terms, the 2023 Plan supersedes and replaces the 2014 Stock Incentive Plan (Prior Plan).
Stock Incentive Plan
Under the 2023 Plan, the Board of Directors may grant restricted stock awards, restricted stock units, nonstatutory stock options, performance share awards and stock appreciation rights to Company employees, directors and consultants, and may grant incentive stock options to Company employees. The Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors, as the administrator of the 2023 Plan, has the authority to determine the terms of any awards, including the number of shares subject to each award, the exercisability of the awards and the form of consideration. As of June 30, 2023, 2,287 shares of common stock have been reserved for issuance under the 2023 Plan, and 2,269 shares were available for future grants.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Under the ESPP, shares of the Company’s common stock may be purchased at a 15% discount of the lesser of the closing price of the Company’s common stock on the first or last trading days of the offering period. The offering period (currently six months) and the offering price are subject to change. Participants may not purchase more than $25 of the Company’s common stock in a calendar year or more than 3 shares during an offering period. As of June 30, 2023, there were 847 shares available for future issuance under the ESPP.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In Thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
Share-Based Compensation Expense Information
The following table summarizes the allocation of share-based compensation expense:
Three Months Ended
June 30,		Six Months Ended
June 30,
2023202220232022
Cost of revenue $471 $487 $914 $1,058 
Research and development expenses 1,540 1,186 2,844 2,316 
Selling, general and administrative expenses 6,984 5,851 13,997 11,199 
Total $8,995 $7,524 $17,755 $14,573 
13. COMPREHENSIVE LOSS AND ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
In addition to net losses, comprehensive loss includes foreign currency translation adjustments and unrealized gains (losses) on investments.
Accumulated other comprehensive loss consisted of the following, net of tax:
Three Months Ended
June 30,		Six Months Ended
June 30,
2023202220232022
Total accumulated other comprehensive loss at beginning of period$(3,072)$(3,465)$(4,096)$(948)
Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Investments
Balance at beginning of period$(2,657)$(3,226)$(3,698)$(887)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications427 (377)1,468 (2,716)
Amounts reclassified to other income (expense)— (72)—(72)
Balance at end of period$(2,230)$(3,675)$(2,230)$(3,675)
Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment
Balance at beginning of period$(415)$(239)$(398)$(61)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications28(527)153 (787)
Amounts reclassified to other income (expense)897 (134)179
Balance at end of period$(379)$(669)$(379)$(669)
Total accumulated other comprehensive loss at end of period$(2,609)$(4,344)$(2,609)$(4,344)
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
(Dollar amounts referenced in this Item 2 are in thousands, except per share amounts.)
The following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto contained in Item 1 of Part I of this Form 10-Q and our audited financial statements and notes thereto as of and for the year ended December 31, 2022 included in our Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide an understanding of our results of operations, financial condition and cash flows.
Forward-Looking Statements
This Form 10-Q, including the sections titled “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and “Risk Factors,” contains forward-looking statements regarding our future performance. All forward-looking information is inherently uncertain and actual results may differ materially from assumptions, estimates or expectations reflected or contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including those set forth under “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q, and in our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022. There may be additional risks of which we are not presently aware or that we currently believe are immaterial which could have an adverse impact on our business. Forward-looking statements address our expected future business, financial performance, financial condition and results of operations, and often contain words such as “intends,” “estimates,” “anticipates,” “hopes,” “projects,” “plans,” “expects,” “drives,” “seek,” “believes,” “see,” “focus,” “should,” “will,” “would,” “opportunity,” “outlook,” “could,” “can,” “may,” “future,” “predicts,” “target,” “potential,” and similar expressions and the negative versions of those words, and may be identified by the context in which they are used. Such statements are based only upon current expectations of AtriCure. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date made. Reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Forward-looking statements include statements that address activities, events, circumstances or developments that AtriCure expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future. Forward-looking statements are based on AtriCure’s experience and perception of current conditions, trends, expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate under the circumstances and are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond AtriCure’s control. With respect to the forward-looking statements, we claim the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this Form 10-Q. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect new information or future events or otherwise unless required by law.
Overview
We are a leading innovator in treatments for atrial fibrillation (Afib), left atrial appendage (LAA) management and post-operative pain management. Our ablation and left atrial appendage management (LAAM) products are used by physicians during both open-heart and minimally invasive procedures. In open-heart procedures, the physician is performing heart surgery for other conditions, and our products are used in conjunction with (“concomitant” to) such a procedure. Minimally invasive procedures are performed on a standalone basis, and often include multi-disciplinary or “hybrid” approaches, combining surgical procedures using AtriCure ablation and LAAM products with catheter ablation procedures performed by an electrophysiologist. Our pain management device is used by physicians to freeze nerves during cardiothoracic or thoracic surgical procedures. We anticipate that substantially all of our revenue for the foreseeable future will relate to products we currently sell or are in the process of developing.
We sell our products to medical centers through our direct sales force in the United States, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, the Benelux region and Australia. We also sell our products through distributors who in turn sell our products to medical centers in other international markets. Our business is primarily transacted in U.S. Dollars; direct sales transactions outside the United States are transacted in Euros, British Pounds or Australian Dollars.
Recent Developments
In 2023, we realized significant global revenue growth and expanded on our strategic initiatives of product innovation, clinical science and expanding physician awareness and adoption through superior training and education. Our worldwide revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023 was $194,412, representing an increase of $35,307, or 22.2%, over the first six months of 2022, driven by growing adoption across key product lines. Highlights of the strategic and operational advancements include:
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PRODUCT INNOVATION. During September 2022, the Company received final labeling approval from FDA for the next generation EPi-Sense® ST device and began a limited launch in the fourth quarter of 2022, with a full launch commencing in the second quarter of 2023. We continue to make significant progress on the submission of our products for clearance under the European Medical Device Regulation (EU MDR). As of the second quarter 2023, all of our products have been submitted to our Notified Body under EU MDR. These activities are in addition to several new product development programs currently underway.
CLINICAL SCIENCE. We invest in studies to expand labeling claims, support various indications for our products and gather clinical data regarding our products. In April 2022, the FDA approved the protocol for the Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion for Prophylactic Stroke Reduction (LeAAPS) IDE clinical trial. The trial is designed to evaluate the effectiveness of prophylactic LAA exclusion using the AtriClip LAA Exclusion System for the prevention of ischemic stroke or systemic arterial embolism in cardiac surgery patients without pre-operative AF diagnosis who are at risk for these events. This prospective, multicenter, randomized trial evaluates safety at 30 days post-procedure to demonstrate no increased risk with LAA exclusion during cardiac surgery. The trial provides for enrollment of up to 6,500 subjects at up to 250 sites worldwide. In January 2023, we announced first patient enrollment in the trial; site initiation and enrollment is ongoing.
Recently, results from our CEASE-AF trial were presented at the European Heart Rhythm Association meeting. CEASE-AF is a prospective, multi-center randomized control trial that demonstrated superior freedom from atrial arrhythmias for staged hybrid ablation compared to endocardial catheter ablation.
Trial enrollment was completed in the second quarter of 2023 for the ICE-AFIB clinical trial, which is designed to study the safety and efficacy of our cryoICE® system for persistent and long-standing persistent Afib treatment during concomitant on-pump cardiac surgery. The trial provided for enrollment of up to 150 patients at up to 20 sites in the United States. Patient follow-up for twelve months post ablation required by the study protocol remains ongoing.
TRAINING. Our professional education and marketing teams conduct a variety of virtual and in-person training programs for physicians and other healthcare professionals, as well as our sales teams. These training methods ensure invaluable access to continuing education and awareness of our products and related procedures. During 2023, we launched new training courses for Advanced Practice Providers, pain management in pectus procedures, as well as a best practice course for developing arrhythmia programs, with a primary focus on Hybrid therapies. Our professional education courses continue to benefit from the use of inanimate models or synthetic cadavers, known as cadets, for our physician training activities. These reusable cadets provide a sustainable alternative to the use of animals or cadavers, in addition to reducing spend on training programs.
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Results of Operations
Three months ended June 30, 2023 compared to three months ended June 30, 2022
The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, our results of operations expressed as dollar amounts and as percentages of revenue:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
20232022
Amount % of
Revenues		Amount % of
Revenues
Revenue $100,918 100.0  %$84,529 100.0  %
Cost of revenue 23,841 23.6 21,010 24.9 
Gross profit 77,077 76.4 63,519 75.1 
Operating expenses:
Research and development expenses17,438 17.3 14,791 17.5 
Selling, general and administrative expenses63,783 63.2 62,388 73.8 
Total operating expenses81,221 80.5 77,179 91.3 
Loss from operations (4,144)(4.1)(13,660)(16.2)
Other income (expense), net: (881)(0.9)(1,136)(1.3)
Loss before income tax expense (5,025)(5.0)(14,796)(17.5)
Income tax expense 93 0.1 45 0.1 
Net loss$(5,118)(5.1) %$(14,841)(17.6) %
Revenue. The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, our revenue by product type and geography expressed as dollar amounts and the corresponding change in such revenues between periods, in both dollars and percentages:
Three Months Ended
June 30,		Change
20232022Amount%
Open ablation$27,002 $22,070 $4,932 22.3  %
Minimally invasive ablation11,370 10,154 1,216 12.0 
Pain management12,590 10,210 2,380 23.3 
Appendage management33,941 28,831 5,110 17.7 
Total United States$84,903 $71,265 $13,638 19.1 
Total International16,015 13,264 2,751 20.7 
Total revenue$100,918 $84,529 $16,389 19.4  %
Worldwide revenue increased 19.4% (19.3% on a constant currency basis). In the United States, we experienced growth in all key product lines, led by the EnCompass® clamp in open ablation, cryoSPHERE® probe for post-operative pain management and AtriClip® Flex⋅V® for appendage management. Additionally, Hybrid AF™ Therapy procedures using the EPi-Sense System drove growth in minimally invasive sales. International sales increased 20.7% (19.9% on a constant currency basis), across all franchises and major geographic regions, bolstered by strong sales of open ablation and LAAM products in the Asia Pacific market and our direct markets in the United Kingdom and Germany.
Revenue reported on a constant currency basis is a non-GAAP measure calculated by applying previous period foreign currency exchange rates, which are determined by the average daily exchange rate, to each of the comparable periods. Revenue is analyzed on a constant currency basis to better measure the comparability of results between periods. Because changes in foreign currency exchange rates have a non-operating impact on revenue, we believe that evaluating growth in revenue on a constant currency basis provides an additional and meaningful assessment of revenue to both management and investors.
Cost of revenue and gross margin. Cost of revenue increased $2,831 primarily reflecting higher sales volumes. Gross margin increased 130 basis points, driven by favorable production and strategic sourcing efficiencies and offset partially by cost increases and unfavorable geographic and product mix.
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Research and development expenses. Research and development expenses increased $2,647 or 17.9%. Expansion of product development, regulatory and clinical teams resulted in $1,474 of increased personnel costs, including variable compensation, travel and share-based compensation. Clinical trial expenses contributed a further $1,406 increase due to strong enrollment activity in the LeAAPS clinical trial during the quarter.
Selling, general and administrative expenses. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased $1,395, or 2.2%, driven by a $4,240 increase in personnel costs as a result of growth in headcount and share-based compensation. This increase was offset by the $1,587 decrease in training costs as a result of growing efficiencies and enhancements to our training programs globally, and a $567 decrease in professional services, information technology, and consulting costs. The increase in selling, general and administrative expenses was further offset by a net credit to expense of $412 from non-recurring legal settlements, including a $3,500 gain for proceeds received in the second quarter for a matter settled during the first quarter of 2023, partially offset by $3,088 charge for settlement of an intellectual property matter in the second quarter of 2023. See Note 9 – Commitments and Contingencies for further discussion.
Other income (expense). Other income and expense consists primarily of net interest expense and net foreign currency transaction losses.
Six months ended June 30, 2023 compared to six months ended June 30, 2022
The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, our results of operations expressed as dollar amounts and as percentages of revenue:
Six Months Ended
June 30,
20232022
Amount% of
Revenues		Amount% of
Revenues
Revenue$194,412 100.0  %$159,105 100.0  %
Cost of revenue47,726 24.5 39,991 25.1 
Gross profit146,686 75.5 119,114 74.9 
Operating expenses:
Research and development expenses32,765 16.9 28,420 17.9 
Selling, general and administrative expenses123,847 63.7 118,504 74.5 
Total operating expenses156,612 80.6 146,924 92.3 
Loss from operations(9,926)(5.1)(27,810)(17.5)
Other income (expense), net:(1,497)(0.8)(2,113)(1.3)
Loss before income tax expense(11,423)(5.9)(29,923)(18.8)
Income tax expense171 0.1 101 0.1 
Net loss$(11,594)(6.0) %$(30,024)(18.9) %
Revenue. The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, our revenue by product type and geography expressed as dollar amounts and the corresponding change in such revenues between periods, in both dollars and percentages:
Six Months Ended
June 30,		Change
20232022Amount%
Open ablation$52,144 $41,044 $11,100 27.0  %
Minimally invasive ablation21,007 18,769 2,238 11.9 
Pain management23,658 18,224 5,434 29.8 
Appendage management66,283 55,500 10,783 19.4 
Total United States$163,092 $133,537 $29,555 22.1 
Total International31,320 25,568 5,752 22.5 
Total revenue$194,412 $159,105 $35,307 22.2  %
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Worldwide revenue increased 22.2% (22.4% on a constant currency basis). In the United States, growth in all key product lines reflected continuing adoption of our products. Open ablation revenue increases were driven by the EnCompass clamp, which was launched in April 2022. Sales of the AtriClip Flex⋅V and cryoSPHERE probe contributed to revenue growth in the appendage management and post-operative pain management franchises. Increased physician adoption of the Hybrid AF™ Therapy procedure using the EPi-Sense System drove growth in minimally invasive sales. International sales increased 22.5% (23.8% on a constant currency basis) across all franchises and major geographic regions.
Cost of revenue and gross margin. Cost of revenue increased $7,735 primarily reflecting higher sales volumes, while gross margin increased 60 basis points as realization of increasing production efficiencies more than offset cost pressure from supply chain challenges and geographic and product mix.
Research and development expenses. Research and development expenses increased $4,345 or 15.3%, primarily from a $3,130 increase in personnel costs due to additional headcount in our product development, regulatory and clinical teams. The increase in clinical activity driven by the LeAAPS and HEAL-IST clinical trials also contributed incremental expense of $2,162. This increase was offset by a $770 decrease in product development and consulting costs as EU MDR compliance efforts diminished in 2023.
Selling, general and administrative expenses. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased $5,343, or 4.5%, largely due to increased personnel costs of $12,003 as a result of growth in headcount, variable compensation and share-based compensation and $1,229 of additional marketing, trade shows, and meeting activities. Offsetting the increase was a $2,882 decrease in training due to improved efficiencies from our various global training programs, and a $1,182 decrease in legal spend as a result of settlements reached in the first half of 2023. Selling, general and administrative expenses were also offset by a net gain of $4,466 for non-recurring legal settlements, including a $7,500 gain from proceeds on a matter settled during the first quarter of 2023, partially offset by $3,088 charge for settlement of an intellectual property matter. See Note 9 – Commitments and Contingencies for further discussion.
Other income (expense). Other income and expense consists primarily of net interest expense and net foreign currency transaction losses.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of June 30, 2023, the Company had cash, cash equivalents and investments of $134,623 and outstanding debt of $60,000. We had unused borrowing capacity of $28,750 under our revolving credit facility. Our primary banking relationship in the United States was with Silicon Valley Bank. During the first quarter of 2023 all deposits and loans of Silicon Valley Bank were purchased by First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company, and our banking relationship is now with Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company as of March 31, 2023. Access to our funds, funding sources and other credit arrangements are adequate to finance or capitalize our current and projected future business operations. We had net working capital of $166,565 and an accumulated deficit of $338,213 as of June 30, 2023.
Six Months Ended June 30,
20232022Change
(dollars in thousands)
Net cash used in operating activities$(1,068)$(20,403)$(19,335)
Net cash provided by investing activities12,733 40,243 (27,510)
Net cash used in financing activities(2,523)(8,636)(6,113)
Cash flows used in operating activities. Net cash used in operating activities decreased $19,335 from 2022 to 2023, reflecting the improvement in operating results after non-cash charges of $21,438 driven by higher sales and a net gain from legal settlements. This improvement was offset by a $2,103 increase in cash used in working capital and other assets and liabilities. The increase in cash used in working capital was driven by increased inventory, partially offset by increased collections of accounts receivable.
Cash flows provided by investing activities. Net cash provided by investing activities decreased by $27,510 in 2023 compared to 2022, reflecting $30,000 in cash paid for acquisition of intellectual property and a reduction in purchases of property and equipment following our 2022 manufacturing facilities expansion.
Cash flows used in financing activities. Net cash used in financing activities decreased by $6,113 in 2023, as fewer shares were repurchased for payment of taxes for stock awards.
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Credit facility. Our Loan and Security Agreement, as amended and modified effective November 1, 2021 (Loan Agreement) provides for a $60,000 term loan, a $30,000 revolving line of credit, and an option to make available an additional $30,000 in term loan borrowings. The Loan Agreement has a five year term, expiring November 2026. Principal payments are to be made ratably commencing 24 months after the inception of the loan through the loan's maturity date. At the option of the Company, the commencement of term loan principal payments may be extended an additional twelve months. The term loan accrues interest at the Prime Rate plus 1.25% and is subject to an additional 3.00% fee on the term loan principal amount at maturity. As of June 30, 2023, our outstanding debt was $60,000, of which $13,333 is classified as current and $46,667 and is classified as noncurrent. We had unused borrowing capacity of $28,750 under our revolving credit facility. For additional information on the terms and conditions, as well as applicable interest and fee payments, see Note 7 – Indebtedness.
Our corporate headquarters lease agreement requires a $1,250 letter of credit which renews annually and remains outstanding as of June 30, 2023.
Uses of liquidity and capital resources. Our executive officers and Board of Directors review our funding sources and future capital requirements in connection with our annual operating plan and periodic updates to the plan. Our future capital requirements depend on a number of factors, including, without limitation: market acceptance of our current and future products; costs to develop and support our products, including professional training; costs to expand and support our sales and marketing efforts; operating and filing costs relating to changes in regulatory policies or laws; costs for clinical trials and to secure regulatory approval for new products; costs to prosecute, defend and enforce our intellectual property rights; maintenance and enhancements to our information systems and security; and possible acquisitions and joint ventures, including potential business integration costs. We continue to evaluate additional measures to maintain financial flexibility, and we will continue to closely monitor macroeconomic conditions including, but not limited to, inflationary pressures, rising interest rates, and fluctuations in currency exchange rates that may impact our liquidity and access to capital resources. Our principal cash requirements include costs of operations, capital expenditures, debt service costs and other contractual obligations.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations is based upon our financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP). The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, revenue and expenses and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements. On a periodic basis, we evaluate our estimates, including those related to sales returns and allowances, inventories, share-based compensation and income taxes. We use authoritative pronouncements, historical experience and other assumptions as the basis for making estimates. Actual results could differ from those estimates under different assumptions or conditions. Our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 includes additional information about the Company, our operations, our financial position and our critical accounting policies and estimates and should be read in conjunction with this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
As of June 30, 2023, there were no material changes to the information provided regarding recent accounting pronouncements in Note 1, “Description of the Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies” in the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022.
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
As of June 30, 2023, there were no material changes to the information provided under Item 7A, “Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk” in the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Item 4. Controls and Procedures
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
The Company’s management, with the participation of the President and Chief Executive Officer (the Principal Executive Officer) and Chief Financial Officer (the Principal Accounting and Financial Officer), has evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rules 13(a) -15(e) and 15(d) -15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as amended (Exchange Act), as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on this evaluation, we concluded that, as of the end of the period covered by this report, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective in providing reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed by us in the reports we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s forms and rules,
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and the material information relating to the Company is accumulated and communicated to management, including the President and Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures.
Control systems, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that control objectives are met. Because of inherent limitations in all control systems, no evaluation of controls can provide assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within a company will be detected. Additionally, controls can be circumvented by individuals, by collusion of two or more people or by management override. Over time, controls can become inadequate because of changes in conditions or the degree of compliance may deteriorate. Further, the design of any system of controls is based in part upon assumptions about the likelihood of future events. There can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all future conditions. Because of the inherent limitations in any cost-effective control system, misstatements due to errors or fraud may occur and not be detected.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
In the ordinary course of business, we routinely enhance our information systems by either upgrading current systems or implementing new ones. There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the three months ended June 30, 2023 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
Information with respect to legal proceedings can be found under the heading “Legal” in Note 9 – Commitments and Contingencies to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in Part I, Item 1 of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
In addition to the other information set forth in this report, careful consideration should be given to the factors discussed in Item 1A, “Risk Factors” in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022, as amended by our Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023, all of which could materially affect our business, financial condition or future results. The risks described therein are not the only risks facing us. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us, or that we currently deem to be immaterial, also may adversely affect our business, financial condition and/or operating results. There have been no material changes with respect to the risk factors previously disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022, as amended by risk factors provided in our Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023 which are incorporated herein by reference.
Item 5. Other Information
During the three months ended June 30, 2023, none of our executive officers or directors adopted or terminated any contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of our securities that was intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c) or any “non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement”.
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Item 6. Exhibits
Exhibit No.Description
10.1#
10.2#
31.1
31.2
32.1
32.2
101.INSXBRL Instance Document
101.SCHXBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CALXBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.DEFXBRL Taxonomy Definition Linkbase Document
101.LABXBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
101.PREXBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
104Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)
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#    Compensatory plan or arrangement.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
AtriCure, Inc.
(REGISTRANT)
Date: July 26, 2023
/s/ Michael H. Carrel
Michael H. Carrel
President and Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
Date: July 26, 2023
/s/ Angela L. Wirick
Angela L. Wirick
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Accounting and Financial Officer)
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