Organization, Consolidation, Basis of Presentation, Business Description and Accounting Policies [Text Block] | NOTE 1—SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Description of Operations and Principles of Consolidation Cutera, Inc. (“Cutera” or the “Company”) provides energy-based aesthetic systems for practitioners worldwide. The Company develops, manufactures, distributes, and markets energy-based product platforms for use by physicians and other qualified practitioners, enabling them to offer safe and effective aesthetic treatments to their customers. The Company currently markets the following system platforms: enlighten , excel, Secret PRO , Juliet, Secret RF, truSculpt xeo Titan, truSculpt 3D, truSculpt iD truSculpt flex Secret PRO , Juliet Secret RF third Titan, truSculpt 3D, truSculpt flex The Company’s corporate headquarters and U.S. operations are located in Brisbane, California, where the Company conducts manufacturing, warehousing, research and development, regulatory, sales and marketing, service, and administrative activities. The Company also maintains regional distribution centers (“RDCs”) in selection locations across the U.S. These RDCs serve as forward warehousing for systems and service parts in various geographies. The Company markets sells and services the Company’s products through direct sales and service employees in North America (including Canada), Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Sales and services outside of these direct markets are made through a worldwide distributor network in over 42 Use of Estimates The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires the Company’s management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes, and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reported periods. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates. On an ongoing basis, management evaluates its estimates, including those related to warranty obligations, sales commission, allowance for credit losses, sales allowances, valuation of inventories, fair value of goodwill, useful lives of property and equipment, impairment testing for long-lived-assets, implicit and incremental borrowing rates related to the Company’s leases, assumptions regarding variables used in calculating the fair value of the Company's equity awards, expected achievement of performance based vesting criteria, management performance bonuses, assumptions used in operating and sales-type lease classification, the standalone selling price of the Company's products and services, the period of benefit used to capitalize and amortize contract acquisition costs, variable consideration, contingent liabilities, recoverability of deferred tax assets, residual value of leased equipment, lease term and effective income tax rates. Management bases estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities. Risks and Uncertainties The Company's future results of operations involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could affect the Company's future operating results and cause actual results to vary materially from expectations include, but are not In March 2020 , 19 19 2020 December 31, 2020. 2021 19 19 19 19 19 no 2020 . COVID–19 Comparability The Company adopted the new lease standard effective January 1, 2019, not December 31, 2020 2019 December 31, 2018 December 31, 2020 2019 not December 31, 2018. Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements In June 2016, No. 2016 13, 326 2016 13 December 15, 2019, 2020, 2016 13 January 1, 2020 not The Company identified trade receivables and available-for-sale debt securities as impacted by the new guidance. However, the Company determined that the historical losses related to these available-for-sale debt securities are not The Company establishes an allowance for credit losses on trade receivables based on the credit quality of clients, current economic conditions, the age of the accounts receivable balances, historical loss information, and current conditions and forecasted information, and write-off amounts against the allowance when they are deemed uncollectible. The Company’s allowance for credit losses increased from $1.4 million at January 1, 2020 December 31, 2020, December 31, 2020, In August 2018, No. 2018 13, 820 3 1 2 3 2020, not Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not In December 2019, No. 2019 12 740 2021, not In March 2020, No. 2020 04, 848 No. 2020 04 No. 2020 04 March 12, 2020 December 31, 2022. No. 2020 04 In August 2020, No. 2020 06, 470 815 no not not may December 15, 2021, no December 15, 2020. The Company reviewed all other recently issued, but not not Revenue recognition Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised products or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for promised goods or services. The Company’s performance obligations are satisfied either over time or at a point in time. Revenue from performance obligations that are transferred to customers over time accounted for approximately 15%, 13% and 12%, respectively, of the Company’s total revenue for the years ended December 31, 2020, 2019 2018. The Company has certain system sale arrangements that contain multiple products and services. For these bundled sale arrangements, the Company accounts for individual products and services as separate performance obligations if they are distinct. The Company’s products and services are distinct if a customer can benefit from the product or service on its own or with other resources that are readily available to the customer, and if the Company’s promise to transfer the products or service to the customer is separately identifiable from other promises in the sale arrangements. The Company’s system sale arrangements can include all or a combination of the following performance obligations: the system and software license (considered as one For the Company’s system sale arrangements that include an extended service contract, the period of service commences at the expiration of the Company’s standard warranty offered at the time of the system sale. The Company considers the extended service contracts terms in the arrangements that are legally enforceable to be performance obligations. Other than extended service contracts and marketing services, which are satisfied over time, the Company generally satisfies all performance obligations at a point in time. Systems, system accessories (hand pieces), service contracts, training, and time and materials services are also sold on a stand-alone basis, and these performance obligations are satisfied at a point in time. For contracts with multiple performance obligations, the Company allocates the transaction price of the contract to each performance obligation on a relative standalone selling price basis. Nature of Products and Services Systems Systems revenue is generated from the sale of systems and from the sale of upgrades to existing systems. A system consists of a console that incorporates a universal graphic user interface, a laser or other energy-based module, control system software and high voltage electronics, as well as one Pearl Pearl Fractional The Company offers customers the ability to select the system that best fits their practice at the time of purchase and then to cost-effectively add applications to their system as their practice grows. This provides customers the flexibility to upgrade their systems whenever they choose and provides the Company with a source of additional Systems revenue. The system or upgrade and the right to use the embedded software represent a single performance obligation as the software license is integral to the functionality of the system or upgrade. For systems sold directly to end-customers that are credit approved, revenue is recognized when the Company transfers control to the end-customer, which occurs when the product is shipped to the customer or when the customer receives the product, depending on the nature of the arrangement. When collectability is not The Company typically receives payment for its system consoles and other accessories within 30 Skincare products The Company sells third third 90 Consumables and other accessories The Company classifies its customers' purchases of replacement cycles for truSculpt iD truSculpt flex truSculpt 3D Secret PRO , Juliet, Secret RF , Juliet Secret RF Equipment leasing The Company leases equipment to customers through membership programs and receives a fixed monthly fee over the term of the arrangement. The Company classifies its lease income as product revenue. The Company recognizes lease income over the term of the lease if the lease is classified as an operating lease. For agreements that grant customers the right to purchase the leased system, the Company typically classifies the lease as a sales-type lease as the Company has determined it is reasonably certain that the customer will exercise the purchase option. On the commencement of sales-type leases, the Company recognizes revenue upfront in product revenue and the corresponding receivables recorded in Other current assets and prepaid expenses on the consolidated balance sheets (Notes 1 11 not December 31, 2020. Extended contract services The Company offers post-warranty services to its customers through extended service contracts that cover parts and labor for a term of one, two, or three Training Sales of systems to customers include training on the use of the system to be provided within 180 not Customer Marketing Support In North America, the Company offers marketing and consulting phone support to its customers across all system platforms. These customer marketing support services include a practice development model and marketing training, performed remotely with ongoing phone consultations for six six The Company classifies as product revenue the sales of systems, system upgrades, hand pieces, hand piece refills (applicable to Titan® truSculpt third Significant Judgments The determination of whether two one may While the Company’s purchase agreements do not The Company determines standalone selling price ("SSP") for each performance obligation as follows: ● Systems: The SSPs for systems are based on directly observable sales in similar circumstances to similar customers. ● Extended service contracts: SSP is based on observable price when sold on a standalone basis to similar customers. Loyalty Program The Company launched a customer loyalty program during the third 2018 truSculpt December 31, 2020, Deferred Sales Commissions Incremental costs of obtaining a contract, which consist primarily of commissions and related payroll taxes, are capitalized, and amortized on a straight-line basis over the expected period of benefit, except for costs that are recognized when product is sold. The Company uses the portfolio method to recognize the amortization expense related to these capitalized costs related to initial contracts and such expense is recognized over a period associated with the revenue of the related portfolio, which is generally two three Total capitalized costs for the year ended December 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 December 31, 2020, 2019 2018 Cash Equivalents, and Marketable Investments The Company invests its cash primarily in money market funds, U.S. Treasury bills and in highly liquid debt instruments of U.S. federal and municipal governments and their agencies, commercial paper, and corporate debt securities. All highly liquid investments with stated maturities of three three The Company determines the appropriate classification of its investments in marketable securities at the time of purchase and re-evaluates such designation at each balance sheet date. The Company’s marketable securities are classified and accounted for as available-for-sale securities. Investments with remaining maturities of more than one Fair Value of Financial Instruments Fair value is an exit price representing the amount that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. The fair value hierarchy contains three may 820, ● Level 1: ● Level 2: 1 not not third ● Level 3: no 3 In determining fair value, the Company utilizes valuation techniques that maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs to the extent possible as well as considers counterparty credit risk in its assessment of fair value. Impairment of Marketable Investments After determining the fair value of available-for-sales debt instruments, gains or losses on these securities are recorded to other comprehensive income, until either the security is sold, or the Company determines that the decline in value is other-than-temporary. The primary differentiating factors that the Company considers in classifying impairments as either temporary or other-than-temporary impairments are the Company’s intent and ability to retain the investment in the issuer for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in market value or the maturity of the investment, the length of the time and the extent to which the market value of the investment has been less than cost and the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer. The Company had no December 31, 2020. December 31, 2020, 2019 2018. Allowance for Sales Returns and Credit Losses The allowance for sales returns is based on the Company’s estimates of potential future product returns and other allowances related to current period product revenue. The Company analyzes historical returns, current economic trends and changes in customer demand and acceptance of the Company's products. The allowance for credit losses on trade receivables is based on the credit quality of clients, current economic conditions, the age of the accounts receivable balances, historical loss information, and current conditions and forecasted information. The Company writes off amounts against the allowance when they are deemed uncollectible. Concentration of Credit Risk and Other Risks and Uncertainties The Company operates in markets that are highly competitive and rapidly changing. Significant technological changes, shifting customer needs, the emergence of competitive products or services with new capabilities and other factors could negatively impact the Company’s operating results. The Company is also subject to risks related to changes in the value of the Company’s significant balance of financial instruments. Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentrations of risk consist principally of cash, cash equivalents, marketable investments, and accounts receivable. The Company’s cash and cash equivalents are primarily invested in deposits and money market accounts with three may not The Company invests in debt instruments, including bonds of the U.S. Government, its agencies, and its municipalities. The Company has also invested in other high grade investments such as commercial paper and corporate debt securities. The Company has established guidelines relative to credit ratings, diversification and maturities that seek to maintain safety and liquidity. By policy, the Company restricts its exposure to any single issuer by imposing concentration limits. To minimize the exposure due to adverse shifts in interest rates, the Company maintains investments at an average maturity of generally less than twelve Accounts receivable are recorded net of an allowance for credit losses and are typically unsecured and are derived from revenue earned from worldwide customers. The Company controls credit risk through credit approvals, credit limits, and monitoring procedures. The Company performs credit evaluations of its customers and maintains an allowance for potential credit losses. As of December 31, 2020, 2019, no 10% December 31, 2020, 2019, 2018, No 10% December 31, 2020, 2019 2018. Supplier concentration The Company relies on third third may one Secret Secret PRO one Inventories Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value, cost being determined on a standard cost basis which approximates actual cost on a first first The Company includes demonstration units within inventories. Demonstration units are carried at cost and amortized over an estimated economic life of two During the year ended December 31, 2020, 19 July 30, 2018 December 31, 2020 2019, Property and Equipment Property and equipment are stated at cost, net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation expense recognized is on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of the assets, generally as follows: Useful Lives Leasehold improvements Lesser of useful life or term of lease Equipment leasing 4.5 Office equipment and furniture 3 Machinery and equipment 3 Upon sale or retirement of property and equipment, the costs and related accumulated depreciation and amortization are removed from the balance sheet and the resulting gain or loss is reflected in operating expenses. Maintenance and repairs are charged to operations as incurred. Depreciation expense related to property and equipment for 2020, 2019 2018, December 31, 2020. Capitalized Cloud Computing Set-up Cost The Company capitalizes certain set-up costs for the Company’s cloud computing arrangements. The capitalized implementation costs are then amortized over the term of the cloud computing arrangement inclusive of expected contract renewals, which are generally three five December 31, 2020, Goodwill and Intangible Assets Goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are not fourth may no The Company continues to operate in one segment, which is considered to be the sole reporting unit and, therefore, goodwill was tested for impairment at the enterprise level. As of December 31, 2020, December 31, 2020. Warranty Obligations The Company offers post-warranty services to its customers through extended service contracts that cover replacement parts and labor for a term of one, two, or three The Company also offers services on a time-and-materials basis for detachable hand piece replacements, parts, and labor. Leases Effective January 1, 2019, 842, 12 12 not Accounting for Leases as a Lessor During the second 2020, not 606 The lease agreements are typically for three twelve no twelve two The initial direct costs related to the Company’s operating leases for equipment rentals include the related commissions paid to employees upon the origination of a lease agreement. These costs are included in Other current assets and prepaid expenses on the consolidated balance sheets and are amortized over the lease term of twelve December 31, 2020 During the fourth 2020, 12 no 606 At the commencement of these sales-type leases, the Company recognizes revenue up-front, and amounts due from the customer under the lease contract are recognized as lease receivables on the consolidated balance sheets. Interest income is recognized as net revenue over the term of the lease based on the effective interest method. The Company has elected not For these sales-type leases, the Company derecognized the underlying assets under the lease and recorded the net investment in the lease. As the Company determined at the commencement of the sales-type lease that it is reasonably certain the customer will exercise its purchase option, the Company does not no In determining the proper classification and treatment of the equipment leases, the Company used significant judgment in forming the following assumptions and estimates: lease term, implicit rate, fair value of equipment at option exercise date, useful life, residual value of the leased equipment, and the likelihood that lessees will exercise the purchase option. See Note 11 Cost of Revenue Cost of revenue consists primarily of material, finished and semi-finished products purchased from third The Company's system sales include a control console, universal graphic user interface, control system software, high voltage electronics and a combination of applications (referred to as “hand pieces”). Hand pieces are programmed to have a limited number of uses to ensure the safety of the device to patients. The Company sells refurbished hand pieces, or "refills," of its Titan truSculpt 3D Research and Development Expenditures Research and development costs are expensed as incurred and include costs related to research, design, development, testing of products, salaries, benefits and other headcount related costs, facilities, material, third Advertising Costs Advertising costs are included as part of sales and marketing expense and are expensed as incurred. Advertising expenses for 2020, 2019 2018 Stock-based Compensation The Company accounts for share-based employee compensation plans using the fair value recognition and measurement provisions under U.S. GAAP. The Company’s share-based compensation cost is measured at the grant date, based on the fair value of the award, and is recognized as expense on a straight- line basis over the requisite service period. Expected Term Expected Volatility Forfeitures: 718 Risk-Free Interest Rate: c The fair value of stock options ("options") on the grant date using the closing price of the Company's common shares on the grant date is estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model using the single-option approach. The Black-Scholes option pricing model requires the use of highly subjective and complex assumptions, including the option's expected term and the price volatility of the underlying stock, to determine the fair value of award. The Company recognizes the expense associated with options using a single award approach over the requisite service period. The Company accounts for all stock options awarded to non-employees at the fair value of the award issued on the day of the grant. The fair value of restricted stock units (“RSUs”) granted are measured on the grant date. The quantity of the RSUs units granted is calculated by dividing a fixed award amount determined by the Board on the grant date by the average closing price of the Company’s common stock over the 50 The fair value of Performance Stock Units (“PSUs”) that have operational measurement goals are measured on the grant date using the closing price of the Company’s common shares on the grant date. The quantity of the PSUs units granted is calculated by dividing a fixed award amount determined by the Board on the grant date by the average closing price of the Company’s common stock over the 50 See Note 6 Income Taxes The Company is subject to income taxes in the United States and several foreign jurisdictions. Significant judgment is required in determining the Company’s provision (benefit) for income taxes and income tax assets and liabilities, including evaluating uncertainties in the application of accounting principles and complex tax laws. The Company records a provision (benefit) for income taxes for the anticipated tax consequences of the reported results of operations using the asset and liability method. Under this method, the Company recognizes deferred income tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities, as well as for loss and tax credit carryforwards. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates that are expected to apply to taxable income for the years in which those tax assets and liabilities are expected to be realized or settled. The Company recognizes the deferred income tax effects of a change in tax rates in the period of enactment. The Company records a valuation allowance to reduce the Company’s deferred tax assets to the net amount that the Company believes is more likely than not The Company recognizes tax benefits from uncertain tax positions if the Company believes that it is more likely than not no not may The Company’s effective tax rates have differed from the statutory rate primarily due to changes in the valuation allowance, foreign operations, research and development tax credits, state taxes, and certain benefits realized related to stock option activity. The Company’s current effective tax rate does not Undistributed earnings of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries at December 31, 2020 no 2017 not not On March 27, 2020, not not Computation of Net Income (Loss) per Share Basic net income (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding. Diluted net income per share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted average number of common shares and the dilutive effect of potential future issuances of common stock from outstanding stock options, RSUs, PSUs and employee stock purchase plan contributions for the period outstanding determined by applying the treasury stock method. Also, the issuance of the Convertible Senior Notes on March 9, 2021 718, Diluted earnings per share is the same as basic earnings per share for the periods in which the Company had a net loss because the inclusion of outstanding common stock equivalents would be anti-dilutive. Comprehensive Income (Loss) Comprehensive income (loss) includes all changes in stockholders’ equity except those resulting from investments or contributions by stockholders. For the periods presented, the accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) consisted solely of the unrealized gains or losses on the Company's available for- sale investments, net of tax. Foreign Currency The financial statements of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries are translated in accordance with ASC 830, three December 31, 2020. three December 31, 2020. Segments The Company operates in one segment and reports segment information in accordance with ASC 280, one not December 31, 2020 2019, 10 |