← Product Code BWK · K140788

# P-STIM (K140788)

_Biegler GmbH · BWK · Jun 27, 2014 · NE · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Biegler GmbH
- **Product Code:** BWK
- **Decision Date:** Jun 27, 2014
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Device Class:** Class U
- **Review Panel:** NE
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Indications for Use

P-Stim is an electro-acupuncture device for use in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states.

## Device Story

P-Stim System is an electro-acupuncture device; used by qualified acupuncture practitioners; delivers electrical stimulation to acupuncture points; intended to assist in acupuncture practice; device operation involves application of electrical signals to patient; clinical benefit derived from electro-acupuncture therapy.

## Technological Characteristics

Electro-acupuncture stimulator; device class: unclassified; product code: BWK.

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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· Public Health Service

Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

June 27, 2014

Biegler GmbH c/o Paul Dryden, President ProMedic. Inc. 24301 Woodsage Dr. Bonita Springs. FL, 34134-2958

Re: K140788

Trade/Device Name: P-Stim System Regulation Name: Electro-Acupuncture Stimulator Regulatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: BWK Dated: March 28. 2014 Received: March 31. 2014

Dear Mr. Dryden:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28. 1976. the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class 11 (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21. Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

Please be advised that FDA 's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set

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forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act): 21 CFR 1000-1050.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.

You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.

Sincerely yours,

# Felipe Aquel -S

Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS for Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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| DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES |
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| Food and Drug Administration            |

Indications for Use

# Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement on last page.

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#### 510(k) Number (if known)

## KIL 0788

Device Name

#### P-Stim System

Indications for Use (Describe)

P-Stim is an electro-acupuncture device for use in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)

> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

## PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.

# FOR FDA USE ONLY

Concurrence of Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) (Signature)

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| DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES |
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| Food and Drug Administration            |

Indications for Use

Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement on last page.

510(k) Number (if known)

| A Comments | 1 |
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**NOTICE**

P-Stim System

Indications for Use (Describe)

P-Stim is an electro-acupuncture device for use in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)

> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.

FOR FDA USE ONLY

| Concurrence of Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) (Signature) |                                   |
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| Felipe Aguel -S                                                              | Date: 2014.06.27 14:52:39 -04'00' |

This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

# *DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW."

The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:

> Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff@fda.hhs.gov

"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number.

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