K Number
K152882
Device Name
Propeller System
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2016-03-08

(160 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
868.5630
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Propeller System includes the Propeller Sensor is an accessory device intended for singlepatient use to assist physicians and patients in recording and monitoring the actuations of prescribed DPI usage for the Diskus devices. The Propeller Mobile Application records, stores, and transmits usage events from Propeller Sensors, or via manual user entry, to a remote storage system. With the Propeller Mobile Application the user can review information collected from the DPI sensor, and review symptoms and other information about their disease management and its impact. The user may also share their information with their caregivers, physician, and healthcare providers. The Propeller Web Application is software that, like the Propeller Mobile Application, is intended to allow users to review the collected information and characteristics of their DPI and its use, to capture other patient-reported information and outcomes, and to allow that information to be shared with their caregivers, physicians, and health care providers. When used with a prescribed DPI, the system can report on information captured during the normal course of use, such as the time between actuations that can be helpful in assessing DPI technique. The Propeller System is intended to be used in populations from Child (>2 years) to Adult. The Propeller System can be used both indoors home, work, and clinical settings, as well as on aircraft. The Propeller System may also be used in clinical trials where researchers need to know information about the use of DPI medication(s) by a participant. The output of the Propeller System is not intended to diagnosis provided by a licensed physician. The Propeller System is not intended for use as an DPI dose counter, nor is it intended to indicate the quantity of medication remaining in an DPI.
Device Description
Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) / Diskus Accessory that monitors inhaler usage. The portable sensor mounts on top of a DPI and records inhalation events when the medication is used.
More Information

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No
The summary focuses on recording, monitoring, and transmitting usage data, with no mention of AI/ML for analysis or interpretation beyond basic reporting of events and timing.

No
The device is an accessory that monitors inhaler usage and records events, helping users track medication use. It is explicitly stated that "The output of the Propeller System is not intended to diagnosis provided by a licensed physician," and is "not intended for use as an DPI dose counter, nor is it intended to indicate the quantity of medication remaining in an DPI." This indicates it does not provide direct therapeutic intervention or diagnosis.

No
The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section explicitly states, "The output of the Propeller System is not intended to diagnosis provided by a licensed physician."

No

The device description explicitly states it includes a "portable sensor" which is a hardware component that mounts on the inhaler. While there is software involved (mobile and web applications), the system includes hardware.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states that the system is for recording and monitoring the actuations of prescribed DPI usage, reviewing collected information, and sharing data. It explicitly states that the output is not intended for diagnosis.
  • Device Description: The device is described as an accessory that monitors inhaler usage by recording inhalation events. This is a functional measurement related to device use, not a diagnostic test performed on a biological sample.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any analysis of biological samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.), which is a core characteristic of IVD devices.

Therefore, the Propeller System, as described, falls outside the definition of an In Vitro Diagnostic device.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Propeller System includes the Propeller Sensor is an accessory device intended for singlepatient use to assist physicians and patients in recording and monitoring the actuations of prescribed DPI usage for the Diskus devices.

The Propeller Mobile Application records, stores, and transmits usage events from Propeller Sensors, or via manual user entry, to a remote storage system. With the Propeller Mobile Application the user can review information collected from the DPI sensor, and review symptoms and other information about their disease management and its impact. The user may also share their information with their caregivers, physician, and healthcare providers.

The Propeller Web Application is software that, like the Propeller Mobile Application, is intended to allow users to review the collected information and characteristics of their DPI and its use, to capture other patient-reported information and outcomes, and to allow that information to be shared with their caregivers, physicians, and health care providers.

When used with a prescribed DPI, the system can report on information captured during the normal course of use, such as the time between actuations that can be helpful in assessing DPI technique.

The Propeller System is intended to be used in populations from Child (>2 years) to Adult.

The Propeller System can be used both indoors home, work, and clinical settings, as well as on aircraft.

The Propeller System may also be used in clinical trials where researchers need to know information about the use of DPI medication(s) by a participant.

The output of the Propeller System is not intended to diagnosis provided by a licensed physician. The Propeller System is not intended for use as an DPI dose counter, nor is it intended to indicate the quantity of medication remaining in an DPI.

Product codes

CAF

Device Description

Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) / Diskus Accessory that monitors inhaler usage. The portable sensor mounts on top of a DPI and records inhalation events when the medication is used.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

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Indicated Patient Age Range

Child (>2 years) to Adult.

Intended User / Care Setting

physicians and patients; indoors home, work, and clinical settings, as well as on aircraft; clinical trials

Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

Validation testing including EMC, electrical, safety, mechanical durability, and functional testing has been completed and confirms that the device continues to meet the specified requirements for the change from "Prescription Use" to "OTC" status. Hazard Analysis for OTC was identical to the predicate (K143671). It included a review of existing hazards as well as how the patient obtains and learns about the system, registers for the system, installs the sensor, uses the Propeller System to track Diskus medication use, shares data with their physician/care team and obtains help & support with Diskus labeling. No new concerns of safety with the proposed OTC indication were found. Test results indicate that the Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D and its predicate Propeller System Model 2 complies with predetermined specifications. Software verification and validation testing confirms this result. Bench testing performed was identical to the predicate device. No new testing was performed for the OTC indication. No clinical testing was required. The technology is identical to the predicate device. The overall testing confirms that the Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D is as safe and as effective as the predicate device.

Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.

K143671, K142516

Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).

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§ 868.5630 Nebulizer.

(a)
Identification. A nebulizer is a device intended to spray liquids in aerosol form into gases that are delivered directly to the patient for breathing. Heated, ultrasonic, gas, venturi, and refillable nebulizers are included in this generic type of device.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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

March 8, 2016

Reciprocal Labs Mr. David Hubanks VP Operations 634 W. Main Street, Suite 102 Madison, Wisconsin 53703

Re: K152882

Trade/Device Name: Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5630 Regulation Name: Nebulizer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: CAF Dated: February 4, 2016 Received: February 5. 2016

Dear Mr. David Hubanks:

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.

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Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K152882

Device Name Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Propeller System includes the Propeller Sensor is an accessory device intended for singlepatient use to assist physicians and patients in recording and monitoring the actuations of prescribed DPI usage for the Diskus devices.

The Propeller Mobile Application records, stores, and transmits usage events from Propeller Sensors, or via manual user entry, to a remote storage system. With the Propeller Mobile Application the user can review information collected from the DPI sensor, and review symptoms and other information about their disease management and its impact. The user may also share their information with their caregivers, physician, and healthcare providers.

The Propeller Web Application is software that, like the Propeller Mobile Application, is intended to allow users to review the collected information and characteristics of their DPI and its use, to capture other patient-reported information and outcomes, and to allow that information to be shared with their caregivers, physicians, and health care providers.

When used with a prescribed DPI, the system can report on information captured during the normal course of use, such as the time between actuations that can be helpful in assessing DPI technique.

The Propeller System is intended to be used in populations from Child (>2 years) to Adult.

The Propeller System can be used both indoors home, work, and clinical settings, as well as on aircraft.

The Propeller System may also be used in clinical trials where researchers need to know information about the use of DPI medication(s) by a participant.

The output of the Propeller System is not intended to diagnosis provided by a licensed physician. The Propeller System is not intended for use as an DPI dose counter, nor is it intended to indicate the quantity of medication remaining in an DPI.

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

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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

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510(k) Summary

Submission Date:February 4, 2016
Submitter:Reciprocal Labs Corporation
634 W. Main Street, Ste. 102
Madison, WI 53703
Submitter and
Official Contact:David Hubanks
VP Operations
Reciprocal Labs
634 W. Main Street, Ste. 102
Madison, WI 53703
+1 (608) 251-0470
+1 (608) 338-0883 (fax)
david.hubanks@propellerhealth.com
Manufacturing
Site:Reciprocal Labs Corporation
634 W. Main Street, Ste. 102
Madison, WI 53703
Trade Name:Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D
Common Name:Nebulizer
Classification
Name:NEBULIZER (DIRECT PATIENT INTERFACE)
Classification
Regulation:21 CFR §868.5630
Product Code:CAF
Device
Description:Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) / Diskus Accessory that monitors
inhaler usage. The portable sensor mounts on top of a DPI and
records inhalation events when the medication is used.
Substantially
Equivalent
Devices:K143671, Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D (Rx)
K142516, Propeller Sensor Model 2 (OTC)
Intended Use:The Propeller System includes the Propeller Sensor Model
2014-D. The sensor is an accessory device intended for single-
patient use to assist physicians and patients in recording

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and monitoring the actuations of prescribed DPI usage for the Diskus devices.

The Propeller Mobile Application records, stores, and transmits usage events from Propeller Sensors, or via manual user entry, to a remote storage system. With the Propeller Mobile Application the user can review information collected from the DPI sensor, and report and review symptoms and other information about their disease management and its impact. The user may also share their information with their caregivers, physician, and healthcare providers.

The Propeller Web Application is software that, like the Propeller Mobile Application, is intended to allow users to review the collected information and characteristics of their DPI and its use, to capture other patient-reported information and outcomes, and to allow that information to be shared with their caregivers, physicians, and health care providers.

When used with a prescribed DPI, the system can report on information captured during the normal course of use, such as the time between actuations that can be helpful in assessing DPI technique.

The Propeller System is intended to be used in populations from Child (>2 years) to Adult.

The Propeller System can be used both indoors and outdoors; home, work, and clinical settings, as well as on aircraft.

The Propeller System may also be used in clinical trials where researchers need to know information about the use of DPI medication(s) by a participant.

The output of the Propeller System is not intended to diagnose or replace a diagnosis provided by a licensed physician. The Propeller System is not intended for use as an DPI dose counter, nor is it intended to indicate the quantity of medication remaining in an DPI.

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Technology Comparison and Device Description:

The Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D keeps track of medication use, with a record when the dry-powder inhaler is used. The sensor is a small device that attaches to the existing inhaler. Both the subject device and the predicate devices use technology that includes bluetooth wireless connectivity which connects to the previously cleared Propeller Health software system together with a mobile phone or wireless gateway .

The Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D is identical to the predicate (K143671), and therefore there are no technology differences.

| Technology
Comparison | Predicate Device:
Propeller System,
Propeller Sensor
Model 2014-D
510k Number:
K143671 | Candidate Device:
Propeller System,
Propeller Sensor
Model 2014-D (OTC) |
|---------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Design - Attachment
to Medication
Dispenser | Physically attaches to
DPI without inhibiting
patient use | Same |
| Principle of
Operation | The Propeller Health
Sensor attaches to
the medication
canister and performs
wireless uploading of
usage history of the
DPI. | Same |
| Output port and
Computer Interface | Wireless uploading to
database; viewed by
PC or other
Internet-capable
device. | Same |
| Data Collection
Technology | Records date and
time of DPI usage by
monitoring actuation
of the DPI via sensors | Same |
| Mobile Platforms | · iOS versions 7 or
higher
• Android
operating system | Same |
| | | |
| Required Off the
Shelf Hardware | • Apple
smartphones or
devices with
Bluetooth, iOS 7
or higher

• Android
smartphones or
devices with
Bluetooth and
operating system
version of 4.3
and up for app

• Internet capable
device; no
processor or
memory
requirements
(see Required
Browser) | Same |
| Required Browser | Firefox, Chrome,
Safari , Internet
Explorer | Same |
| Mobile Application | The Propeller Health
Mobile Application
records, stores, and
transmits usage
events from the
Propeller Health
Sensor via a feature
or smart phone. In
addition, the mobile
application can be
used to review the
information captured
when using a smart
phone. | Same |
| | | |
| Software | The Propeller Health
Web Application is
software intended to
allow users to review
the collected
information and
characteristics of DPI
use, to add detail
associated with a
recorded usage
event, and to share
that information with
their physician in
order to provide
additional
information
associated with the
condition for which
their DPI
medication(s) are
prescribed. | Same |
| Dose Counter | No | Same |
| Records Usage | Yes | Same |
| Records Location of
Usage (GPS
Coordinates) | Geographic
coordinates can be
captured by the
wireless device if
paired with a sensor. | Same |
| Keyboard/Input
Interface | Single button
interface | Same |
| Digital Display | No | Same |
| Power Source | 2 internal 3V DC
Li-ion Batteries | Same |
| Battery Life | 1 Years | Same |
| Low battery indicator | Yes, light
combination;
software display of
battery life. | Same |
| Patient Reminder | Yes | Same |
| Support | Yes | Same |
| Patient Data Storage
with Software | Yes | Same |
| Patient Data Report
Generation with
Software | Yes | Same |
| Patient Data Graphs
Generation | Yes | Same |
| Data Retrieval from
Device w/ Software | Yes | Same |
| Case Material -
Patient Contact by
Intact Skin (hands) | Lexan Polycarbonate | Same |
| Case Material -
Patient Contact by
breached skin (lips) | Lexan Polycarbonate | Same |

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The Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D and the predicate (K142516) have the same technological characteristics, both devices are bluetooth sensors fixed to inhalers designed to detect medication use. The changes below only reflect a change from MDI to DPI.

| Technology
Comparison | Predicate Device:
Propeller System,
Propeller Sensor
Model 2 OTC
510k Number:
K142516 | Candidate Device:
Propeller System,
Propeller Sensor
Model 2014-D (OTC) |
|---------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Design - Attachment
to Medication
Dispenser | Physically attaches
to MDI without
inhibiting patient
use | Physically attaches
to DPI without
inhibiting patient
use |
| Principle of
Operation | The Propeller Health
Sensor attaches to
the medication
canister and | The Propeller Health
Sensor attaches to
the medication
canister and |
| | performs wireless
uploading of usage
history of the MDI. | performs wireless
uploading of usage
history of the DPI. |
| Output port and
Computer Interface | Wireless uploading
to database; viewed
by PC or other
Internet-capable
device. | Same |
| Data Collection
Technology | Records date and
time of MDI usage by
monitoring actuation
of the MDI via
sensors | Records date and
time of DPI usage by
monitoring actuation
of the DPI via
sensors |
| Mobile Platforms | • iOS versions 7 or
higher
• Android
operating
system | Same |
| Required Off the
Shelf Hardware | • Apple
smartphones or
devices with
Bluetooth, iOS 7
| Same |
| Required Browser | Firefox, Chrome,
Safari , Internet
Explorer | Same |
| | | |
| Mobile Application | The Propeller Health
Mobile Application
records, stores, and
transmits usage
events from the
Propeller Health
Sensor via a feature
or smart phone. In
addition, the mobile
application can be
used to review the
information
captured when using
a smart phone. | Same |
| Software | The Propeller Health
Web Application is
software intended to
allow users to
review the collected
information and
characteristics of
MDI use, to add
detail associated
with a recorded
usage event, and to
share that
information with
their physician in
order to provide
additional
information
associated with the
condition for which
their MDI
medication(s) are
prescribed. | The Propeller Health
Web Application is
software intended to
allow users to
review the collected
information and
characteristics of
DPI use, to add
detail associated
with a recorded
usage event, and to
share that
information with
their physician in
order to provide
additional
information
associated with the
condition for which
their DPI
medication(s) are
prescribed. |
| Dose Counter | No | Same |
| Records Usage | Yes | Same |
| Records Location of
Usage (GPS
Coordinates) | Geographic
coordinates can be
captured by the
wireless device if
paired with a
sensor. | Same |
| Keyboard/Input
Interface | Single button
interface | Same |
| | | |
| Digital Display | No | Same |
| Power Source | Internal 3V DC Li-ion
Battery | 2 internal 3V DC
Li-ion Batteries |
| Battery Life | 1.5 Years | 1 Years |
| Low battery
indicator | Yes, light
combination;
software display of
battery life. | Same |
| Patient Reminder | Yes | Same |
| Support | Yes | Same |
| Patient Data Storage
with Software | Yes | Same |
| Patient Data Report
Generation with
Software | Yes | Same |
| Patient Data Graphs
Generation | Yes | Same |
| Data Retrieval from
Device w/ Software | Yes | Same |
| Case Material -
Patient Contact by
Intact Skin (hands) | Lexan Polycarbonate | Same |
| Case Material -
Patient Contact by
breached skin (lips) | N/A | Lexan Polycarbonate |

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Validation testing including EMC, electrical, safety, Validation Testing mechanical durability, and functional testing has been for OTC completed and confirms that the device continues to meet the specified requirements for the change from "Prescription Use" to "OTC" status. Hazard Analysis for

Hazard Analysis for OTC was identical to the predicate ОТС (K143671). It included a review of existing hazards as well as how the patient obtains and learns about the system, registers for the system, installs the sensor, uses the Propeller System to track Diskus medication use, shares data with their physician/care team and obtains help & support with Diskus

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| | labeling. No new concerns of safety with the proposed OTC
indication were found. |
|------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Test Summary: | Test results indicate that the Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D
and its predicate Propeller System Model 2 complies with
predetermined specifications. Software verification and
validation testing confirms this result. |
| | Bench testing performed was identical to the predicate device.
No new testing was performed for the OTC indication. |
| Clinical Testing | No clinical testing was required |
| Conclusion: | The technology is identical to the predicate device. The overall
testing confirms that the Propeller Sensor Model 2014-D is as
safe and as effective as the predicate device. |