spectrum-allocation · Federal Communications Commission · Published 2012-09-11 · Effective 2012-10-11 · 77 FR 55715
Document
Document number
2012-21984
Federal Register citation
77 FR 55715
CFR reference
47 CFR 2
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
spectrum-allocation
Publication date
2012-09-11
Effective date
2012-10-11
FCC docket
ET Docket No. 08-59
Abstract
This document expands the Commission's Medical Device Radiocommunications Service (MedRadio) rules to permit the development of new Medical Body Area Network (MBAN) devices in the 2360-2400 MHz band. The MBAN technology will provide a flexible platform for the wireless networking of multiple body transmitters used for the purpose of measuring and recording physiological parameters and other patient information or for performing diagnostic or therapeutic functions, primarily in health care facilities. This platform will enhance patient safety, care and comfort by reducing the need to physically connect sensors to essential monitoring equipment by cables and wires. This decision is the latest in a series of actions to expand the spectrum available for wireless medical use. The Commission finds that the risk of increased interference is minimal and is greatly outweighed by the benefits of the MBAN rules.