What is Federal Supply Class 6515?

FSC 6515 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 6515) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 6515?

NSC 6515 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 6515 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 6515 in?

FSC 6515 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 65 which contains Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 6515 in?

NSC 6515is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 65 which contains Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies.

What is a Bone Screw?

A Bone Screw (SCREW,BONE) is a cylindrical rod incised with one or more helical or advancing spiral threads with smooth surfaces free from nicks, dents, burrs, and scratches suitable for use in orthopedic surgery and fabricated from implant-quality corrosion resisting material which is inert and biocompatible with human bones, tissues and internal chemistry.

What is an Uterine Dilator?

An Uterine Dilator (DILATOR,UTERINE) is a dilator used for the gradual expansion of the cervical canal.

A Rongeur is an instrument for removing small pieces of bone.

What is a Bone Chisel?

A Bone Chisel (CHISEL,BONE) is an item used in ear-nose-throat and plastic/reconstructive surgical procedures. It may also be used in oral, nasal and orthopedic surgery.

What is a Periosteal Elevator?

A Periosteal Elevator (ELEVATOR,PERIOSTEAL) is an item used for elevating periosteum and muscle from bone.

What is a Bone Plate?

A Bone Plate is an orthopedic item used with cortex screws in stabilizing maxillary fractures. It is a component part of the IMPLANT SET, MAXILLOFACIAL BONE SURGERY.

What is an Urethral Sound?

An Urethral Sound (SOUND,URETHRAL) is a sound used in dilating the urethra during urological procedures. Excludes SOUND (1), UTERINE.

What is a Hand Plaster Cast Cutting Shears?

A Hand Plaster Cast Cutting Shears (SHEARS,PLASTER CAST CUTTING,HAND) is an item used for cutting plaster casts on the human body without injury or damage to the patient.

What is a Bone Pin Tractor?

A Bone Pin Tractor (TRACTOR,BONE PIN) is an item designed for use in orthopedic surgery to allow injured bones to be elevated during convalescence. May be a component part of a bone surgery set.

What is a Suture Needle?

A Suture Needle (NEEDLE,SUTURE) is a surgical item designed for use with a suture to transfix and stitch tissue of wounds and blood vessels.

What is a Hypodermic Needle?

A Hypodermic Needle (NEEDLE,HYPODERMIC) is a cannulated item used for aspirating or injecting fluids into body tissue.

What is a Ligature Needle?

A Ligature Needle (NEEDLE,LIGATURE) is a slender, curved needle with a handle, having an eye in its distal end, used for passing a ligature underneath a pedicle or artery.

A Bone Pin (PIN,BONE) is a thin rod with a solid regular cross-section and a beveled leading edge, designed for use in the intramedullary canal. The material from which the item is constructed must be completely corrosion-resistant, inert in a living organism, and compatible with bone and tissue.

A Gag is an item used for holding the mouth in an open position or to widen the mouth opening during dental procedures.

What is a Surgical Stockinet?

A Surgical Stockinet (STOCKINET,SURGICAL) is a tubular, elastic, knitted fabric used as a protective covering in post surgical care.

What is an Urethral Catheter?

An Urethral Catheter (CATHETER,URETHRAL) is an item designed for insertion through the urinary tract as far as the bladder to allow drainage, irrigation, observation, and application of medication. For items designed to drain the ureter, see CATHETER, URETERAL. For items designed to be inserted through an incision or wound, see DRAIN, SURGICAL; and TUBE, (as modified).

What is a Tracheal Catheter?

A Tracheal Catheter (CATHETER,TRACHEAL) is an item with an open tip and connector end or funnel end designed to be inserted into the trachea by way of the nasal or oral passages for endotracheal intubation.

What is a Bullet Probe?

A Bullet Probe (PROBE,BULLET) is an item used for determining the direction of the sinus tracts and probing for foreign bodies.

What is an Intravenous Cannula?

An Intravenous Cannula (CANNULA,INTRAVENOUS) is a cannula used in thoracentesis, hand support surgery and venous pressure monitoring procedures.

What is a Suture Needle Holder?

A Suture Needle Holder (HOLDER,SUTURE NEEDLE) is an item used in hard to reach areas where deep cavity suturing is required during general, cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures.

What is a Hemostatic Forceps?

A Hemostatic Forceps (FORCEPS,HEMOSTATIC) is excludes FORCEPS, SERREFINE.

What is a Laryngeal Mirror?

A Laryngeal Mirror (MIRROR,LARYNGEAL) is an item used for viewing the larynx and surrounding area of the throat.

What is a Stethoscope?

A Stethoscope is an item used in monitoring the heart, chest, and breath sounds of patients undergoing surgical procedures.

What is a Surgical Nonabsorbable Suture?

A Surgical Nonabsorbable Suture (SUTURE,NONABSORBABLE,SURGICAL) is an item designed for stitching and thus securing tissues. It is designed of a material which cannot be dissolved and absorbed in such tissues.

What is a Surgical Absorbable Suture?

A Surgical Absorbable Suture (SUTURE,ABSORBABLE,SURGICAL) is an item designed for stitching and thus securing tissues. It is designed of a material which will be dissolved and absorbed in such tissues.

What is an Oronasal Mask?

An Oronasal Mask (MASK,ORONASAL) is a device consisting of a facepiece designed to cover the nose and mouth. Used primarily for oxygen therapy. It is used also for administration of oxygen or anesthesia, or for the administration of medicaments, mucolytic detergents, or high humidity, by the use of an accessory nebulizer. It may include a breathing tube and connector. Excludes MASK, OXYGEN.

What is a Suture Clip?

A Suture Clip (CLIP,SUTURE) is an item used for skin closure during surgical procedures.

What is a Hand Operated Resuscitator?

A Hand Operated Resuscitator (RESUSCITATOR,HAND OPERATED) is a portable, manually operated device used to administer oxygen to a patient to reestablish and assist in normal breathing used in respiratory emergencies. Excludes RESUSCITATOR, MOUTH TO MASK and RESUSCITATOR, MOUTH TO MOUTH.

What is a Surgical Suction Apparatus?

A Surgical Suction Apparatus (SUCTION APPARATUS,SURGICAL) is a power operated item which is used in maintaining negativity in the pleural space by rapid removal of air/fluids or for use in suctioning of blood, body fluids, vomitus and tissue. It is compatible for use with CANISTER ASSEMBLY, SUCTION, SURGICAL. Excludes SUCTION AND PRESSURE APPARATUS, SURGICAL.

What is a Pharyngeal Airway?

A Pharyngeal Airway (AIRWAY,PHARYNGEAL) is a device designed for insertion in the pharynx through the mouth and used as an airway during anesthesia procedures during resuscitation measures or depending on the design in the performance of mouth-to-airway resuscitation.

What is a Surgical Duodenal Tube?

A Surgical Duodenal Tube (TUBE,DUODENAL,SURGICAL) is an elastic tube of small diameter approximately 4 feet to 10 feet (1200 millimeters to 3100 millimeters) long, with graduations. The inlet end may be funnel-shaped or designed to accommodate fittings. The outlet end may be closed (with side openings) or open to receive various perforated tips. It is used for gastric analysis, diagnosis, and treament; removal of duodenal contents; and treatment and diagnosis of obstructive lesions of the small intestine.

What is a Surgical Stomach Tube?

A Surgical Stomach Tube (TUBE,STOMACH,SURGICAL) is an elastic, hollow cylinder, approximately 60 inches long, having a relatively heavy and smoothly finished wall. The item has end and side openings at the outlet end and a funnel at the opposite end. The tube may have a rubber bulb attached at the medial section. The item is used for feeding and evacuating the contents of the stomach.

What is a Surgical Drainage Tube?

A Surgical Drainage Tube (TUBE,DRAINAGE,SURGICAL) is a tubular item without an anchoring feature. It may have graduations or markings and is used for insertion into an incision or wound to permit drainage. For items inserted into incisions or wounds having anchoring or positioning features, see DRAIN, SURGICAL.

What is an Inhaler Tube?

An Inhaler Tube (TUBE,INHALER) is a rubber or plastic tube, having end connections which connect oxygen tanks to rebreathing apparatus.

What is an Electrocardiograph Recording Paper?

An Electrocardiograph Recording Paper (PAPER,ELECTROCARDIOGRAPH RECORDING) is paper impregnated or coated with materials sufficiently sensitive to make a permanent record of very faint tracings produced by an electrocardiograph. It is usually rolled.

What is a Patient Examining Glove?

A Patient Examining Glove (GLOVE,PATIENT EXAMINING) is an item designed for medical use in examinations and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures by physicians, nurses, and medical personnel in clinic and nursing care. For use on either right or left hand. Not suitable for use in surgical procedures. For gloves used in surgical procedures, see GLOVES (1), SURGEONS'.

What is a Hypodermic Syringe?

A Hypodermic Syringe (SYRINGE,HYPODERMIC) is a device consisting of a barrel, a piston or plunger, and has provisions for attaching a needle for use in administering hypodermic injections. The item may be glass, glass and metal, plastic, or plastic and metal. It may be designed for single injection (disposable), or multiple use. It does not include a needle. Excludes SYRINGE,CARTRIDGE and SYRINGE AND NEEDLE,HYPODERMIC.

What is an Electrocardiograph Electrode?

An Electrocardiograph Electrode (ELECTRODE,ELECTROCARDIOGRAPH) is an electrode for attaching to patient in electrocardiograph procedures. It may be pre-gelled with pressure sensitive face or bulb. Also known as an EKG or ECG electrode. It may be with or without wire.

What is an Anti-Embolism Stockings?

An Anti-Embolism Stockings (STOCKINGS,ANTI-EMBOLISM) is items of footwear which are circular knitted, close-fitting elastic-type coverings for therapeutic treatment of the legs. They are designed to increase the linear velocity of blood flow in the veins by external compression of the legs. They help prevent thromboembolism by the use of graduated pressure which decreases from the instep to the thigh. They may be knee or thigh length and have transparent, open-toe, or a similar foot design to permit frequent inspection of the circularly condition. Federal Law (Public Law 94-295 May 28, 1976) restricts this device to, sale by, or use on, the order of a physician. Excludes conventional knitted seamless elastic stockings shaped by blocking methods.

What is an Ostomy Bag?

An Ostomy Bag (BAG,OSTOMY) is an item designed to be worn by a patient after a surgical creation of an artificial opening, usually in the abdominal wall, to collect feces or urine.

What is a Tracheal Tube?

A Tracheal Tube (TUBE,TRACHEAL) is a tubular item with an open bevel tip and inlet end that accommodates a fitting. It is designed for insertion into the trachea by way of the nasal or oral passages for conducting anesthesia gases directly from the apparatus to the lungs.

What is a Tracheal Tube Connector?

A Tracheal Tube Connector (CONNECTOR,TRACHEAL TUBE) is an item which connects an ADAPTER, Y-PIECE or ADAPTER, RIGHT ANGLE ELBOW of a tracheal anesthesia set directly to a TUBE, TRACHEAL.

What is a Tracheostomy Tube?

A Tracheostomy Tube (TUBE,TRACHEOSTOMY) is a tube for insertion through an artifically created opening in the neck into the trachea designed to serve as a patient airway.

Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies - Norway (NO)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 6515

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 6515

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 65 Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 65 Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies

Items Managed by Norway (NO) - NCB is 25

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NSN Format for Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies
Codified by Norway

65	15	25	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 6515 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 65, which is dedicated to Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies.

Class 6515 specifically focuses on Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies. This class includes a wide range of items that are used in medical and surgical procedures, as well as for diagnostic purposes.

Some examples of items that fall under this class include surgical instruments such as scalpels, forceps, and retractors, as well as medical equipment like anesthesia machines, surgical lights, and patient monitors. It also includes supplies such as surgical gloves, sutures, and dressings.

The purpose of this classification is to provide a standardized system for categorizing and organizing medical and surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies within NATO. This allows for easier identification, procurement, and distribution of these items among NATO member countries.

It is important to note that this classification system is specific to NATO and may not align with other international or national classification systems for medical and surgical instruments and supplies.

FSC 6515 Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies - Norway (NO)

Includes Anesthesia Apparatus; Blood Transfusion Apparatus; Oxygen Therapy Apparatus; Respirators; Orthopedic Supplies; Arch Supports; Clinical Thermometers; Sutures; Hearing Aids; Veterinary Equipment; Endoscopes, Fiber Optic.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 6515

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 6515

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