HIGH

MEDITECH Expanse Lab Calculator Module Recalled for Input Error Risk in 2025

MEDITECH released an active recall for the Expanse Laboratory calculator/data processing module. The recall covers 148 units distributed worldwide, including the US, UK, Canada, Ireland and the British Virgin Islands. The hazard concerns simultaneous multi-key inputs potentially removing data from the first field in screens or questionnaires.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
February 5, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Medical Information Technology
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS

Hazard Information

Entering multiple keys that trigger input simultaneously may remove data from first field of screens and/or questionnaires with more than one field.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Medical Information Technology, Inc. or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: E-Mail

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About This Product

MEDITECH Expanse is a hospital information system platform. The calculator/data processing module helps clinicians process inputs and generate results across laboratories and pathology departments.

Why This Is Dangerous

If multiple keys trigger input at once, the system may remove data from the first field, risking data integrity in screens with multiple fields.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

High risk to data integrity in clinical workflows. Affects patient data accuracy and could delay results.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Identify MEDITECH Expanse Laboratory calculator/data processing module in use at your facility.
  2. Check software release version: 2.1 or 2.2 (Web Presentation Layer).
  3. Verify UDI 00863529000155 on device labels or documentation.

Where to find product info

Refer to MEDITECH recall instructions and FDA page Z-2569-2025.

What timeline to expect

Remediation timelines vary; follow manufacturer guidance. Expect weeks for instructions and potential software update.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to MEDITECH corporate support.
  • Consult healthcare institution's procurement or biomedical engineering if needed.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Implement input validation to prevent multi-key input issues in future software updates.
  • Regularly review FDA and CPSC recall databases for software/diagnostic tools.
  • Ensure robust data backup and integrity checks in clinical systems.

Documentation advice

Document device model, software version, UDI, dates of recall notification, and communications with MEDITECH. Store correspondence and screenshots.

Product Details

Product: MEDITECH Expanse Laboratory calculator/data processing module for clinical use. Models include Software Release 2.1 and 2.2 (Web Presentation Layer). UDI: 00863529000155. Quantity: 148 units. Distribution: Worldwide (US nationwide; Britain, Canada, Ireland, United Kingdom). Recall date: 2025-02-05. Status: ACTIVE.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents are reported in the provided data.

Key Facts

  • 148 units recalled
  • Recall active as of 2025-09-24
  • High hazard level
  • Software Release: 2.1 and 2.2 (Web Presentation Layer)
  • UDI: 00863529000155
  • Worldwide distribution

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTPETSPREGNANT
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
Software Release: 2.1
2.2 (using the Web Presentation Layer)
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
September 24, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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