medical device

(8) Medical device The term “medical device” means any device (as defined in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act ( 21 U.S.C. 321 )), diagnostic product, drug (as defined in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act), and drug delivery system— (A) if such device, product, drug, or drug delivery system utilizes a class I or class II substance for which no safe and effective alternative has been developed, and where necessary, approved by the Commissioner; and (B) if such device, product, drug, or drug delivery system, has, after notice and opportunity for public comment, been approved and determined to be essential by the Commissioner in consultation with the Administrator.

Source

42 USC § 7671(8)


Scoping language

As used in this subchapter
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