January 10, 2025

FDA Seeks Feedback on Draft AI Device Guidance

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeks public comments on it published Jan. 7. Of particular interest to the ºÚÁÏÍø® (ºÚÁÏÍø®) is “Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Enabled Device Software Functions: Lifecycle Management and Marketing Submission Recommendations.”

The industry guidance outlines a total product lifecycle (TPLC) approach to risk management of AI device software functions, as well as related documentation to support FDA review. It also provides recommendations relevant to transparency and bias mitigation throughout the TPLC, including within the product’s user interface and labelling.

The ºÚÁÏÍø Informatics Commission and Data Science Institute® (DSI) leadership are reviewing the guidance. The College’s initiatives related to AI are on the .

Public comments are due to the FDA by April 7.

If you have questions or would like more information about ºÚÁÏÍø AI/digital health policy, contact Michael Peters, ºÚÁÏÍø Senior Director, Government Affairs.