Better Health for All

Alphatec Holdings, Inc. (ATEC) focuses on developing and advancing technology for the surgical treatment of spinal disorders, aiming to revolutionize spine surgery and improve patient outcomes.

Their products, including the EOS imaging system, PTP™ Corpectomy system, SafeOp Neural InformatiX System, and EOS Insight, are designed to provide substantial health benefits by enhancing surgical precision, reducing radiation doses, and addressing complex pathologies. Over 500 PTP surgeries have been successfully performed, and EOS technology has improved treatment for children, adolescents, and adults with spinal deformity. EOS systems also produce high-quality images at lower costs compared to conventional modalities, and favorable reimbursement policies support patient access to minimally invasive spine surgeries. The rising prevalence of age-related spine disorders and improving healthcare access in emerging economies drive demand for their technologies. ATEC invested $79.7 million to acquire EOS imaging, with total financing commitments of $178 million, and has an Organic Innovation Machine™ for product development. The company also invested in new headquarters to increase surgeon and sales training capacity. ATEC's cybersecurity systems and EOS products received HITRUST e1 certification. However, ATEC initiated a Class 2 device recall on December 15, 2024, for 1,511 Calibrate CCX Interbody System implants due to complaints of post-operative implant collapse, with the FDA-determined cause under investigation. The manufacturer issued recall letters, but the initial letter contained errors. ATEC is not currently undertaking any FDA IDE trials, as all existing products are FDA-cleared through the 510(k) pathway.

Fair Money & Economic Opportunity

Alphatec Holdings, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on developing and marketing products for the surgical treatment of spinal disorders to hospitals and surgeons.

The company does not offer lending, deposit, or other financial services to consumers. Therefore, all KPIs related to fair money and economic opportunity, such as underserved client share, pricing fairness, exploitative fee exposure, inclusion initiatives, data accessibility, fair lending compliance, wealth building outcome, profit reinvestment in community finance, financial literacy initiatives, debt burden ratio, geographic inclusion for financial services, and product simplicity for financial products, are not applicable to its core business model.

Fair Pay & Worker Respect

In 2024, Alphatec Holdings, Inc.'s CEO to median employee pay ratio was 60:1.

As of December 31, 2024, no employees were working under collective bargaining agreements. An employee survey completed in December 2024 indicated that over 92% of respondents would recommend the company as a desirable place to work. The company reported approximately 5% undesired turnover for 2024. A class action lawsuit alleging wage and hour violations, including failure to pay minimum and overtime wages, meal and rest period violations, and untimely payment of wages, was settled for $345,000. The settlement included $20,000 for PAGA penalties, with $5,000 allocated to aggrieved employees. The company offers a PPO health insurance option, contributes $1,500 to Health Savings Accounts, and provides a 401(k) match of 50% up to 5% of contribution.

Honest & Fair Business

ATEC has a comprehensive whistleblower policy, communicated via a secure, anonymous toll-free number and online reporting system.

This system covers ATEC and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Alphatec Spine, Inc. and SafeOp Surgical, Inc. Reports are sent to the General Counsel, Chief Financial Officer, and the Chair of the Audit Committee, and the company prohibits retaliation against any employee or director who reports in good faith. All reports receive a follow-up code for anonymous status tracking, and ATEC states it promptly investigates all reports of misconduct. The company has an FCPA-compliant anti-corruption policy, requiring compliance with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and all other applicable anti-corruption statutes, prohibiting direct or indirect bribes or corrupt payments. ATEC also conducts reasonable and periodic due diligence to ensure that third-parties, including agents, distributors, vendors, and suppliers, adhere to its Code of Business Conduct and relevant laws and regulations.

Kind to Animals

No specific, concrete evidence related to animal welfare, animal testing, ethical sourcing, or wildlife conservation initiatives by the company was found in the provided articles.

Information regarding an individual's affiliations with conservation societies does not constitute evidence of the company's direct impact or funding for wildlife conservation.

No War, No Weapons

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Therefore, no KPIs can be scored based on the evidence provided.

Respect for Cultures & Communities

The company's application for its U.S. Hub Program is available in both English and Spanish.

No other specific information regarding language inclusivity in products and communications was provided.

Safe & Smart Tech

Alphatec Holdings, Inc. (ATEC) received HITRUST e1 certification in 2024 for its cybersecurity systems, supporting infrastructure, and EOS products, meeting HITRUST CSF v11.20 criteria.

The company also integrates practices derived from ISO 27001 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. ATEC provides continuous compliance-related communications, new-hire, and annual cybersecurity awareness training to its employees, including specialized training, delivered through in-person, web-based, and one-on-one sessions. The company prohibits unauthorized use or disclosure of confidential information and has a process for prompt follow-up to allegations of misconduct. ATEC provides comprehensive user data control, including the ability to request access, correction, erasure, and transfer of personal data, object to processing, and withdraw consent, with a dedicated webform and email for requests. It also supports Global Privacy Control signals and acknowledges specific rights for residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Virginia, and Nevada. The company conducts risk assessments and security tests internally and with external providers. ATEC's privacy policy, last updated February 15, 2024, states that it retains personal data only as long as necessary for stated purposes and legal obligations. The company maintains compliance with various regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, GDPR, CCPA, CPA, CTDPA, UCPA, and VCDPA, and has been operating under a comprehensive compliance program consistent with OIG Guidance and California Health and Safety Code § 119402 since May 17, 2018. The Board receives quarterly updates on the information security program.

Zero Waste & Sustainable Products

Alphatec Holdings, Inc. provides instructions for the proper handling and disposal of used devices, noting they may be a potential biohazard, and specifies that batteries should not be incinerated and must be collected, transported, and disposed of in a manner that prevents short-circuit.

This indicates basic compliance with hazardous waste regulations.