Patent ID: 8214045
Filing Date: 2012-07-03
Classification: A61N

Abstract:
1. A system comprising: a lead coupling device having a first wireless communication module, wherein the lead coupling device is adapted to receive a medical lead; an interface device having a second wireless communication module configured for remote communication with the first wireless module; a hermetically sealed medical device package; an implantable medical device including a connector bore and an electrical contact contained within the hermetically sealed medical device package; an electrical interface configured for coupling the electrical contact of the implantable medical device with the interface device, wherein the interface device is located outside the package; and an implantable medical device programmer, wherein the programmer is configured for communication with the implantable medical device; wherein the lead coupling device includes: a housing having a proximal opening at a proximal end and a distal opening at a distal end; a lead receiving channel disposed within the housing and extending from the proximal opening to the distal opening, wherein said channel is adapted to receive the medical lead; a pulse generator disposed within the housing for providing electrical energy; a processor coupled to the pulse generator; at least two electrical contacts mounted within the channel and coupled to the pulse generator, wherein a portion of the contacts is adapted to contact the lead; and a power source disposed within the housing and coupled to the pulse generator.