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External controller/charger system for an implantable medical device capable of automatically providing data telemetry through a charging coil during a charging session

  • US 9,844,677 B2
  • Filed: 01/19/2016
  • Issued: 12/19/2017
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/11/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for communicating with an implantable medical device using an external system, comprising:

  • providing power to the implantable medical device from a coil in the external system during a charging session;

    receiving a data telemetry request at the external system to transmit data to adjust a therapy being provided by the implantable medical device; and

    interrupting the charging session to transmit at least a portion of the data through the coil during a data telemetry session.

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