[Diabetes-Talk] G5 question
Bernadette Jacobs
bernienfb75 at gmail.com
Wed Feb 15 22:29:15 UTC 2017
Veronica, Jamie, and Bridget,
I do hope you don't mind my listening and learning along the side. I've been doing this for so long now. My doctor has wanted me to go on the pump for years. But I didn't think Medicare pay for pumps. Is there a way around this? Do you guys have any ideas? My doctor really wants me on the pump because we think that I could have better sugar control. I also worry greatly about the Accessibility. However, I like what I'm hearing about the animus pump's. If and when I decide, hopefully soon, can you guys teach me???
Bern
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> On Feb 15, 2017, at 5:12 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> The Cleo's were made by Smiths Medical and now Tandem Diabetes Care bought
> the patent. But if you use a medical supplier to buy your cartridges and
> such, they likely still have them available that way. Let me know if you
> want any more info.
> Veronica
>
>
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>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Tuesday, February 14, 2017 2:57 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Jamie Gurganus
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] G5 question
>
> I'll have to check out the Cleos. Will they still make those if the Omni
> Pod is no longer available though?
>
> Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Tuesday, February 14, 2017 2:05 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] G5 question
>
> Hi Jamie and all, I have just gotten approval for the Animas Vibe. I am
> going to continue to use my Cleo 90's because they're so easy. When I played
> with the insets a few years ago, we weren't the best of friends either. I do
> remember the UltraFlex and did like them too. You couldn't buy the Cleo
> infusion sets from Animas but if you use another supplier you could get
> them. Please let us know how you get on with the little guys. I am very
> curious.
> Veronica
>
>
> "Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on
> iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club.
> To learn more, visit:
> http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
> Veronica Elsea, Owner
> Laurel Creek Music Designs
> Santa Cruz, California
> Phone: 831-429-6407
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, February 13, 2017 10:44 AM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Jamie Gurganus
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] G5 question
>
> Hi! How is the baby doing?
>
> I just came from a visit with my diabetic educator to review my blood sugars
> and go over my issues with the pump. I think I almost have it down. We
> figured out where my confusion was and practiced going through the menu. I
> also have the Animas rep visiting me on Wednesday, because I am having
> issues with the infusion sets. For some reason, the Insets don't go in
> properly and leak on me. I have given up using them for fear of having
> another 500 blood sugar. I hadn't had one that high since going on the
> Dexcom almost three years ago. My Dexcom kept alarming me in the middle of
> the night that I was high, I would give a bolus and then wait. I should
> have gotten out of bed and checked my blood sugar, but I didn't. By
> morning, I was over 500 and couldn't give any more insulin due to the
> Insulin on Board feature being on. Fortunately, my husband uses a Novapen,
> so I was able to take 20 units to get it down quickly. It still took all
> morning for that to happen. And, I had my daughter turn off the IOB feature
> for now.
>
> So, I am using the Inset 30, but I can't twist around enough to insert one
> in my backside. So, I am trying the Contact D that is the little metal
> thumbtack looking thing with a pigtail. I hope it works. I wish I could
> continue using the Ultraflex set that I used for years with my Accucheck
> Spirit, but they may not be in stock in the near future. So, I need to
> figure out how to make the Animas products work for me. I really like
> working with Animas, and they have been so helpful with sending me
> replacement sets when I go through three just to get one to insert
> correctly. I'm not sure what I'll do when I run out of Inset 30's and have
> just the box of Insets left though. I ordered a three month supply with two
> boxes of 30's and one of the Insets. Since they can't accept a return, I
> can't order new sets until I am almost out of the three month supply thanks
> to my insurance. I'll see what the rep says on Wednesday.
>
>
> I did get discouraging news today from my Dexcom supplier. Insurance won't
> pay for an upgrade to the G5 until my receiver is out of warranty in August.
> And, since I just replaced my transmitter on Feb. 3, I can't even get the
> G5 transmitter. So, I guess I'll do what I am doing now for six more
> months. I really wanted to be more independent with the Dexcom than I am
> now. I have to rely on my kids too much, and their busy schedules has me
> planning when to do a quick blood sugar to calibrate it or change the
> sensor. Insurance companies really cause us a lot of headaches, but I know
> that we can't afford to be without them.
>
> Take care. I hope Duncan is doing well and home with you.
>
> Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, February 13, 2017 8:37 AM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] G5 question
>
> Jamie,
>
> How are things going with the pump? I can still call you at some point if
> you wish, things are still just a little hectic around here. Is the prime
> and rewind going better? Let me know if I can do anything else or answer
> other questions. Will do my best.
>
> Bridgit
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, February 13, 2017 6:03 AM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Jamie Gurganus <jamielgurganus at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] G5 question
>
> Tom,
>
> Thanks! This does seem like it can be managed! I have my high alert
> set at 180, because I feel awful if it is in the 200's. So, mine does go
> off more than usual, but I do watch what I eat. I will get it all figured
> out, just like the Vibe. I'm still working on mastering that!
>
> Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Tom Ley via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2017 7:21 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: TALey at ups.com
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] G5 question
>
> Hi Jamie,
> Glad you had success with your upgrade request, and very quickly, it seems.
>
> At church I make sure I plug my ear buds into the iPhone, even though I may
> not have them in my ears, to prevent unexpected alarms and Voice Over
> announcements disrupting the people around me. The alerts still play but
> just through the ear buds, not on the iPhone speaker. This also works when
> sleeping. I think the below 55 alert always plays over the speakers, even if
> you have your ear buds plugged in, the same way the alarm clock on the
> iPhone works. But, if you are really 55, you need to be disrupted (smile).
> That is a serious low, at least for me.
>
> The alarms options such as sound and vibrate, sound only, etc. on the Dexcom
> G5 app can be changed any time, as well as the level when the alarm is
> triggered. , and this is separately controlled for each type of alarm. I
> think all of us probably have our alarms configured differently, to fit our
> lifestyles and diabetes health and safety needs. So, you will need to work
> with the alarm settings over the first few days or weeks to find what works
> for you.
>
> One time I chose to set my high blood glucose alert to 220 to avoid so many
> disruptions from the alarms. That worked to prevent so many alarms, but my
> A1C was not as healthy when it was next measured. So I lowered it back. I
> decided it was up to me to behave differently to keep the alarms from going
> off, as if that wasn't obvious to everyone. Sometimes though we just need a
> break from having to think like a pancreas!
>
> Hope this was helpful.
>
> Tom
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2017 8:53 AM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Jamie Gurganus <jamielgurganus at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] G5 question
>
> Hi all! My insurance has approved an upgrade to the G5, since I really want
> to be able to input my own blood sugars via the phone app. However, I am
> quite concerned about the negative reviews that I am reading about regarding
> the inability to silence the alarms. From what I read, it is with the
> latest update that took away the mute feature for the alarms. As much as I
> want to be able to independently manage my Dexcom, is it worth having the
> alarms going off with no way to silence them at night or in church or
> meetings. Thanks for your experiences. I may consider staying with the G4
> unless they change the alarms. I can't close the app during church or
> meetings like many do, since I need the Dexcom to notify me of lows that I
> don't feel anymore.
>
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