Cleared Special

K223199 - 2.1 x 255mm Drill

K223199 is the FDA 510(k) clearance for 2.1 x 255mm Drill by Biomet Microfixation. It is a Class 2 Neurology device (product code HBE) cleared through the Special 510(k) pathway after a 33-day FDA review.

K223199 · Biomet Microfixation · Neurology device
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K223199 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the 2.1 x 255mm Drill, 22mm Stop. Classified as Drills, Burrs, Trephines & Accessories (simple, Powered) (product code HBE), Class II - Special Controls.

Submitted by Biomet Microfixation (Jacksonville, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on November 15, 2022 after a review of 33 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.

This device falls under the Neurology FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 882.4310 - the FDA neurology device framework. As a Special 510(k), this submission covers a manufacturer modification to an existing cleared device rather than a new device introduction.

Device pattern: Iterative device modification. Low regulatory complexity profile. This Special 510(k) clearance confirms that the manufacturer's modifications remained within the established regulatory envelope of the original cleared device.

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Submission Details

510(k) Number K223199 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received October 13, 2022
Decision Date November 15, 2022
Days to Decision 33 days
Submission Type Special
Review Panel Neurology (NE)
Summary Summary PDF
Third-party Review No - reviewed directly by FDA
Combination Product No
PCCP Authorized No
Regulatory Context
Review time vs. panel average
115d faster than avg
Panel avg: 148d · This submission: 33d
Pathway characteristics
Modification to existing cleared device.

Device Classification

Product Code HBE Drills, Burrs, Trephines & Accessories (simple, Powered)
Device Class Class 2 - Special Controls
CFR Regulation 21 CFR 882.4310
What this classification means

Class II devices require demonstration of substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device. This pathway does not require clinical trials - it relies on engineering equivalence and performance data. Most Neurology devices follow this clearance model.

Regulatory Consultant

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Danielle Besal

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