[Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User

Tue Aug 8 20:41:10 UTC 2017

Yes, that is what I did. I played around with four different devices before I decided that the Animas was the most accessible for me. It really should be your decision as to which one is most accessible and easiest for you to use. I wouldn't think the doctor can make you get a product that you can't use.

    Jamie

Sent from my iPhone

> On Aug 8, 2017, at 2:02 PM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Jamie,
> 
> The mini med is going to be a new system releasing widely soon. My thought
> is to play with one, and if it's just not doable for me as a blind user,
> they can witness it. Then we can go back to the Dexcom discussion, grin.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, August 07, 2017 10:50 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Jamie Gurganus <jamielgurganus at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User
> 
> Bridgit,
> 
>     I looked at four  different pumps that are on the market when I had to
> find a new one.  The Animas Vibe was clearly the most accessible one for a
> totally blind user.  I couldn't even get the Medtronic to wake up, since you
> have to select the highlighted arrow to wake it up.  You have a one out of
> four chance of selecting the correct one.  I know that some blind users are
> using a Medtronic, but probably not the latest version.  My sighted friend
> has the Medtronic CGM system and just hates it.  He says he wants to go back
> to the Dexcom, since the Medtronic CGM is pretty  inaccurate and the sensor
> insertion is more painful.  
> 
> The Animas  Vibe  has the ability to combine the Dexcom G4 with it, but it
> would be  useless to a blind person.  We cannot read the screen on the pump
> to see our blood sugar, input blood sugars, etc.  So, I hope that you can
> help your doctor understand that having an accessible system is critical for
> you.  I love being totally independent with my Dexcom since getting the G5
> and mobile app on my phone.  My kids are happy too.  What a pain to have to
> plan a sensor change around when they would be at home.  
> 
>                Jamie
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, August 07, 2017 10:10 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User
> 
> Veronica,
> 
> You can likely answer this. So I discussed getting Dexcom with my endo, but
> he wants me to wait because the mini med will soon come out with its
> pump/CGM combo, and he feels this would be the better option. Were I
> sighted, I may do this, however... I didn't get into it with him just yet
> because this can be confusing for some (sigh) but what is the likelihood
> that this device will be accessible enough for blind users, do you know?
> Thanks.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, August 07, 2017 9:42 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User
> 
> Daniel, your insurance company is full of it. I use my iPhone exclusively
> for my readings. The latest app update even says that the app has now been
> cleared by the FDA for making dosing decisions. Forget their inaccessible
> receiver and just plan to use the app on your phone and you'll be fine. And
> you can tell 'em I said so. <laughing!> Veronica
> 
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Daniel C via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, August 07, 2017 7:16 PM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
> Cc: Daniel C
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User
> 
> Good day list:
> After much fighting, I appear as if I will be getting my new Dexcom system
> after all.
> Last time I wrote, I asked about the sensors, etc. However, I am writing to
> ask about the receiver for the decks calm G5 this time.
> From what I'm told from Dexcom, you cannot use your smart device for your
> readings, due to insurance restrictions. So how would I be able to use my
> iPhone, plus the receiver? In other words, if I have to use my iPhone, would
> the results eventually be sent to the receiver, when it too, is in range?
> 
> 
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