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Guided Mode Technology

Smart, Safe, & Simple Home Phototherapy

Phothera’s Guided Mode acts as an at-home phototherapy co-pilot. Ensuring safety and simplicity through easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions.

Only Guided Mode Offers:

Awaken Device

Plug in device, tap screen to wake up the device, and enter security PIN. 

Provide Feedback

Answer a quick treatment response question. Your answer will be used to tailor subsequent treatments.

Confirm

Confirm next dose. Once confirmed, a countdown will appear on the screen.

Begin Treatment

Lamps engage and real-time dosimetry continuously monitors output – ensuring precise UV delivery with every session.

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Step 1: Simply touch the screen to wake up the device. Tap the Phothera logo to get started.
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Guided Mode FAQ’s

What is Guided Mode?

Guided Mode is Phothera’s new built-in treatment protocol system that standardizes narrowband UVB dosing according to AAD clinical guidelines. It ensures the same precision and safety patients receive in-office — now at home.

Why is Phothera switching to Guided Mode in Q1 2026?

Beginning Q1, all new Phothera home phototherapy devices will include Guided Mode by default.
The transition is driven by improvements in patient safety, adherence, and efficacy — ensuring every patient receives a medically appropriate, evidence-based regimen automatically.

How does Guided Mode improve safety?

Automatically sets and limits dose escalation per protocol

Built-in lockout prevents overexposure

Monitors total cumulative dose for safety thresholds

Is this FDA-cleared?

Yes. Phothera’s Guided Mode technology is FDA-cleared.
No hardware change — the update is software-driven to ensure dosing precision.

Will patients notice a difference?

Patients will see a new “Guided Mode” treatment screen that automatically sets exposure times and treatment frequency.
They’ll also receive simplified instructions emphasizing adherence and built-in safety checks. No manual calibration is needed.

What about coverage — will insurance still pay?

Yes — coverage is unchanged and stronger than ever:

98% of Kaiser Permanente patients are fully covered

Phothera handles all claims, prior authorizations, and appeals

No upfront payment — devices ship once Rx is received

Phothera Cares offers $0 copay eligibility and payment plans for others

How fast can patients receive their device?

Most prescriptions are processed and shipped within 3 business days of Rx receipt.

What conditions are supported?

Guided Mode covers all existing clinical indications:
Psoriasis, Vitiligo, Atopic Dermatitis, CTCL/Mycosis Fungoides, and Chronic Pruritus.

Does Guided Mode change how I prescribe?

No — prescribing workflow remains identical. Skin type is required on the prescription.
Providers continue using the same Rx form. Guided Mode simply ensures each patient’s treatment plan follows evidence-based dosing automatically.

Who do I contact for questions or patient setup?

Mike Franks

Email: [email protected]