Radio frequency identification monitoring of stents

A method comprising:

• providing an implantable medical device disposed within a sealed container, wherein the device comprises a bioabsorbable stent crimped over a delivery balloon, wherein the stent comprises a scaffolding including a network of interconnecting structural elements that comprise a polylactide-based polymer;
• disposing the container in a freezer;
• monitoring a temperature of exposure of the device in the freezer with a sensor disposed on the container;
• and
• comparing the monitored temperature to a temperature tolerance with the sensor, wherein if the temperature tolerance is exceeded, a flag in generated that alerts potential users that the stent may be or is defective.