Embodiments of the invention provide methods, systems, and devices for enabling data communication between an IMD and a host computer. In one embodiment, a device is provided that comprises a frequency and protocol agile transceiver capable of communicating with an IMD via a short range communications...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US7127300?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7127300 - Method and apparatus for enabling data communication between an implantable medical device and a patient management system