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FDA Devices recall · Reported January 1, 2020

ApexPro Telemetry System - Product Usage: The ApexPro Telemetry System is intended for use under the direct supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. The system is designed to acquire and monitor physiological data for ambulating patients within a defined coverage area. The system processes this physiological data to detect various ECG arrhythmia events and select physiological parameter limit violations. The ApexPro Telemetry System is intended to be installed in the hospital or clinic

When connected to the Mission Critical (MC) and /or Information Exchange (IX) networks, certain versions of the CARESCAPE Telemetry Server, ApexPro Telemetry Server, CARESCAPE Cen…

Recall #
Z-0725-2020
Affected scope
11347 devices
Initiated
November 12, 2019
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Ge Healthcare, LLC recalled ApexPro Telemetry System - Product Usage: The ApexPro Telemetry System is intended for us… - a moderate-severity action.

ApexPro Telemetry System - Product Usage: The ApexPro Telemetry System is intended for us… was recalled by Ge Healthcare, LLC in January 1, 2020. Reason: When connected to the Mission Critical (MC) and /or Information Exchange (IX) networks, certain versions of t…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0725-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Ge Healthcare, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-When connected to the Mission Critical (MC) and /or Information Exchange (IX) networks, certain versions of t….

Moderate
severity level
11K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
January 1, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0725-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0725-2020) was formally reported on January 1, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 12, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Ge Healthcare, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Waukesha, WI. Federal records list the affected scope as 11347 devices.

The documented reason for this recall is: When connected to the Mission Critical (MC) and /or Information Exchange (IX) networks, certain versions of the CARESCAPE Telemetry Server, ApexPro Telemetry Server, CARESCAPE Central Station (CSCS) version 1 and Centra… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

11347 devices

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

ApexPro Telemetry System - Product Usage: The ApexPro Telemetry System is intended for use under the direct supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. The system is designed to acquire and monitor physiological data for ambulating patients within a defined coverage area. The system processes this physiological data to detect various ECG arrhythmia events and select physiological parameter limit violations. The ApexPro Telemetry System is intended to be installed in the hospital or clinical environment in order to provide clinicians with patient physiological data, while allowing for patient mobility. These systems are typically deployed in sub acute care areas in hospitals or clinical sites where patient mobility can enhance the effectiveness of the medical procedures administered.

Reason for recall

When connected to the Mission Critical (MC) and /or Information Exchange (IX) networks, certain versions of the CARESCAPE Telemetry Server, ApexPro Telemetry Server, CARESCAPE Central Station (CSCS) version 1 and Central Information Center (CIC) systems were identified to have vulnerabilities to a cyber-attack.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0725-2020
Date reported January 1, 2020
Date initiated November 12, 2019
Recalling firm Ge Healthcare, LLC
Firm location Waukesha, WI
Affected scope 11347 devices
Distribution Worldwide distribution.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

11347 devices units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ApexPro Telemetry System - Product Usage: The ApexPro Telemetry System is intended for use under the direct supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. The system is designed to acquire and monitor physiological data for ambulating patients within a defined coverage area. The system processes this physiological data to detect various ECG arrhythmia events and select physiological parameter limit violations. The ApexPro Telemetry System is intended to be installed in the hospital or clinical environment in order to provide clinicians with patient physiological data, while allowing for patient mobility. These systems are typically deployed in sub acute care areas in hospitals or clinical sites where patient mobility can enhance the effectiveness of the medical procedures administered.. Recalled by Ge Healthcare, LLC. Units affected: 11347 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
When connected to the Mission Critical (MC) and /or Information Exchange (IX) networks, certain versions of the CARESCAPE Telemetry Server, ApexPro Telemetry Server, CARESCAPE Central Station (CSCS) version 1 and Central Information Center (CIC) systems were identified to have vulnerabilities to a cyber-attack.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 1, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0725-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0725-2020) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported January 1, 2020. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.