Today, FDA released a proposed rule to create a unique device identification system to track medical equipment. Under the rule, UDI codes would be stored in a public database so regulators, physicians and other entities could monitor safety issues. FDA will accept public comments for 120 days after the proposed rule is published in the Federal Register. Health Data Management et al.
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