# 21 CFR § 803.17: What are the requirements for developing, maintaining, and implementing written MDR procedures that apply to me?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-21-803.17

## Section

- **Citation:** 21 CFR § 803.17
- **Heading:** What are the requirements for developing, maintaining, and implementing written MDR procedures that apply to me?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** September 22, 2026
- **Source:** Publisher's official text
- **Location:** Title 21—Food and Drugs > CHAPTER I—FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES > SUBCHAPTER H—MEDICAL DEVICES > PART 803—MEDICAL DEVICE REPORTING > Subpart A—General Provisions

## Text

If you are a user facility, importer, or manufacturer, you must develop, maintain, and implement written MDR procedures for the following:
(a) Internal systems that provide for:
(1) Timely and effective identification, communication, and evaluation of events that may be subject to MDR requirements;
(2) A standardized review process or procedure for determining when an event meets the criteria for reporting under this part; and
(3) Timely transmission of complete medical device reports to manufacturers or to us, or to both if required.
(b) Documentation and recordkeeping requirements for:
(1) Information that was evaluated to determine if an event was reportable;
(2) All medical device reports and information submitted to manufacturers and/or us;
(3) Any information that was evaluated for the purpose of preparing the submission of annual reports; and
(4) Systems that ensure access to information that facilitates timely followup and inspection by us.

## Nearby sections

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- [21 CFR § 803.20 § 803.20 How do I complete and submit an individual adverse event report?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-21-803.20.md)
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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-21-803.17. Check the current official text before relying on it. Not legal advice.