From dmgina at mysero.net  Wed Nov  6 20:25:29 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 15:25:29 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
Message-ID: <59906c3a.bf5d.4534.9fd0.d802010c7d9c@samobile.net>

I have been approved for the dex come six.
I would be getting it from wall greens.
Medicare would pay or the cencers.
I am asked to buy the machine.
My question is if I am using the phone, why do I need to buy the machine.
What do I down load on the phone?
If anyone can call me I would appreciate it.
My number is
4066987112
The lady said she hadn't helped anyone with this before,
So it is new to all of us.
The other lady is out until next week.
Thanks for any help you can give me.

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Wed Nov  6 20:48:36 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 14:48:36 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <59906c3a.bf5d.4534.9fd0.d802010c7d9c@samobile.net>
References: <59906c3a.bf5d.4534.9fd0.d802010c7d9c@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <016d01d594e3$9003c1b0$b00b4510$@gmail.com>

By machine, I assume you mean the receiver. Regardless if you use the app or
not, everyone using Dexcom receives a receiver. For Medicare patients,
you're technically required to use the receiver, but it's completely
inaccessible. I personally don't use it, but you're supposed to have it
nonetheless. To get the app, you simply search Dexcom G6 in the app store.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 2:25 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

I have been approved for the dex come six.
I would be getting it from wall greens.
Medicare would pay or the cencers.
I am asked to buy the machine.
My question is if I am using the phone, why do I need to buy the machine.
What do I down load on the phone?
If anyone can call me I would appreciate it.
My number is
4066987112
The lady said she hadn't helped anyone with this before, So it is new to all
of us.
The other lady is out until next week.
Thanks for any help you can give me.

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From dmgina at mysero.net  Wed Nov  6 21:51:30 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 16:51:30 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
Message-ID: <738053d1.3e5c.42ae.9491.351017bdd62e@samobile.net>

We are trying to fill out the app at this time,
It talks about getting itt from their store,
I am told to get it from wall greens.
Will there  be a problem?

Original message:
> By machine, I assume you mean the receiver. Regardless if you use the app or
> not, everyone using Dexcom receives a receiver. For Medicare patients,
> you're technically required to use the receiver, but it's completely
> inaccessible. I personally don't use it, but you're supposed to have it
> nonetheless. To get the app, you simply search Dexcom G6 in the app store.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 2:25 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

> I have been approved for the dex come six.
> I would be getting it from wall greens.
> Medicare would pay or the cencers.
> I am asked to buy the machine.
> My question is if I am using the phone, why do I need to buy the machine.
> What do I down load on the phone?
> If anyone can call me I would appreciate it.
> My number is
> 4066987112
> The lady said she hadn't helped anyone with this before, So it is new to all
> of us.
> The other lady is out until next week.
> Thanks for any help you can give me.

> --
> --Dar
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>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future

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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Wed Nov  6 21:55:20 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 16:55:20 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <59906c3a.bf5d.4534.9fd0.d802010c7d9c@samobile.net>
References: <59906c3a.bf5d.4534.9fd0.d802010c7d9c@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <007201d594ec$e2b62c00$a8228400$@comcast.net>

If it is like the freestyle libre Medicare requires we get the machine as
well even though it is totally useless to us. Good luck.

Jeanette

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of d
m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 3:25 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

I have been approved for the dex come six.
I would be getting it from wall greens.
Medicare would pay or the cencers.
I am asked to buy the machine.
My question is if I am using the phone, why do I need to buy the machine.
What do I down load on the phone?
If anyone can call me I would appreciate it.
My number is
4066987112
The lady said she hadn't helped anyone with this before,
So it is new to all of us.
The other lady is out until next week.
Thanks for any help you can give me.

-- 
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  FB: dmgina
www.twitter.com/dmgina
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Wed Nov  6 22:23:39 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 17:23:39 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
Message-ID: <303225e8.bc3f.423d.96ac.b272ccf9fc42@samobile.net>

Did you have problems setting up the app.
Yes when I fill this out do I still get items from wall greens.

Original message:
> If it is like the freestyle libre Medicare requires we get the machine as
> well even though it is totally useless to us. Good luck.

> Jeanette

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of d
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 3:25 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

> I have been approved for the dex come six.
> I would be getting it from wall greens.
> Medicare would pay or the cencers.
> I am asked to buy the machine.
> My question is if I am using the phone, why do I need to buy the machine.
> What do I down load on the phone?
> If anyone can call me I would appreciate it.
> My number is
> 4066987112
> The lady said she hadn't helped anyone with this before,
> So it is new to all of us.
> The other lady is out until next week.
> Thanks for any help you can give me.

> --
> --Dar
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>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Wed Nov  6 23:03:09 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 17:03:09 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <303225e8.bc3f.423d.96ac.b272ccf9fc42@samobile.net>
References: <303225e8.bc3f.423d.96ac.b272ccf9fc42@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <018201d594f6$5bf2c480$13d84d80$@gmail.com>

I had No problem setting up the app. I'm not sure what you mean. The app has
nothing to do with getting supplies. The app is just how you access Dexcom
readings. For your supplies and device, you would call Walgreens. I actually
didn't know Walgreens could supply Dexcom.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 4:24 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

Did you have problems setting up the app.
Yes when I fill this out do I still get items from wall greens.

Original message:
> If it is like the freestyle libre Medicare requires we get the machine 
> as well even though it is totally useless to us. Good luck.

> Jeanette

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
> Behalf Of d m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 3:25 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

> I have been approved for the dex come six.
> I would be getting it from wall greens.
> Medicare would pay or the cencers.
> I am asked to buy the machine.
> My question is if I am using the phone, why do I need to buy the machine.
> What do I down load on the phone?
> If anyone can call me I would appreciate it.
> My number is
> 4066987112
> The lady said she hadn't helped anyone with this before, So it is new 
> to all of us.
> The other lady is out until next week.
> Thanks for any help you can give me.

> --
> --Dar
> skype: dmgina23
>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future

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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov  7 00:07:10 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 19:07:10 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
Message-ID: <2c41d9df.8011.42c3.b8df.078f114ee318@samobile.net>

Yes I didn't know that either.
I got help setting up the app with aira.

Original message:
> I had No problem setting up the app. I'm not sure what you mean. The app has
> nothing to do with getting supplies. The app is just how you access Dexcom
> readings. For your supplies and device, you would call Walgreens. I actually
> didn't know Walgreens could supply Dexcom.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 4:24 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

> Did you have problems setting up the app.
> Yes when I fill this out do I still get items from wall greens.

> Original message:
>> If it is like the freestyle libre Medicare requires we get the machine
>> as well even though it is totally useless to us. Good luck.

>> Jeanette

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>> Behalf Of d m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 3:25 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

>> I have been approved for the dex come six.
>> I would be getting it from wall greens.
>> Medicare would pay or the cencers.
>> I am asked to buy the machine.
>> My question is if I am using the phone, why do I need to buy the machine.
>> What do I down load on the phone?
>> If anyone can call me I would appreciate it.
>> My number is
>> 4066987112
>> The lady said she hadn't helped anyone with this before, So it is new
>> to all of us.
>> The other lady is out until next week.
>> Thanks for any help you can give me.

>> --
>> --Dar
>> skype: dmgina23
>>   FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>> every saint has a past
>> every sinner has a future

>> _______________________________________________
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov  7 01:17:50 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 20:17:50 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is 
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all 
of my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Thu Nov  7 01:38:13 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 19:38:13 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <2c41d9df.8011.42c3.b8df.078f114ee318@samobile.net>
References: <2c41d9df.8011.42c3.b8df.078f114ee318@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <01cb01d5950c$05bf0a90$113d1fb0$@gmail.com>

The app is fully accessible when using voiceover. You shouldn't need sighted
assistance.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 6:07 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

Yes I didn't know that either.
I got help setting up the app with aira.

Original message:
> I had No problem setting up the app. I'm not sure what you mean. The 
> app has nothing to do with getting supplies. The app is just how you 
> access Dexcom readings. For your supplies and device, you would call 
> Walgreens. I actually didn't know Walgreens could supply Dexcom.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 4:24 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

> Did you have problems setting up the app.
> Yes when I fill this out do I still get items from wall greens.

> Original message:
>> If it is like the freestyle libre Medicare requires we get the 
>> machine as well even though it is totally useless to us. Good luck.

>> Jeanette

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
>> Behalf Of d m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 3:25 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

>> I have been approved for the dex come six.
>> I would be getting it from wall greens.
>> Medicare would pay or the cencers.
>> I am asked to buy the machine.
>> My question is if I am using the phone, why do I need to buy the machine.
>> What do I down load on the phone?
>> If anyone can call me I would appreciate it.
>> My number is
>> 4066987112
>> The lady said she hadn't helped anyone with this before, So it is new 
>> to all of us.
>> The other lady is out until next week.
>> Thanks for any help you can give me.

>> --
>> --Dar
>> skype: dmgina23
>>   FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>> every saint has a past
>> every sinner has a future

>> _______________________________________________
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Thu Nov  7 01:41:35 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 19:41:35 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

--
--Dar
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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Thu Nov  7 01:55:39 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 20:55:39 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>
	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>
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Hi,

The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only last
30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the app to your
smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but worthy of your
checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom and they deliver.
Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of the
cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for your
90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you order your
supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help the dexcom stay in
place through showers for example.

Best of luck,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov  7 02:31:50 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 21:31:50 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
Message-ID: <8c4ac248.914b.4e40.8d16.0a39e6e6d03a@samobile.net>

When I am trying to learn something myself, and the only one here who 
uses this stuff, I get help when I start to stress out.
I don't mind asking.
It seems no one knows much about this.

Original message:
> The app is fully accessible when using voiceover. You shouldn't need sighted
> assistance.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 6:07 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

> Yes I didn't know that either.
> I got help setting up the app with aira.

> Original message:
>> I had No problem setting up the app. I'm not sure what you mean. The
>> app has nothing to do with getting supplies. The app is just how you
>> access Dexcom readings. For your supplies and device, you would call
>> Walgreens. I actually didn't know Walgreens could supply Dexcom.

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 4:24 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

>> Did you have problems setting up the app.
>> Yes when I fill this out do I still get items from wall greens.

>> Original message:
>>> If it is like the freestyle libre Medicare requires we get the
>>> machine as well even though it is totally useless to us. Good luck.

>>> Jeanette

>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>>> Behalf Of d m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 3:25 PM
>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: d m gina
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

>>> I have been approved for the dex come six.
>>> I would be getting it from wall greens.
>>> Medicare would pay or the cencers.
>>> I am asked to buy the machine.
>>> My question is if I am using the phone, why do I need to buy the machine.
>>> What do I down load on the phone?
>>> If anyone can call me I would appreciate it.
>>> My number is
>>> 4066987112
>>> The lady said she hadn't helped anyone with this before, So it is new
>>> to all of us.
>>> The other lady is out until next week.
>>> Thanks for any help you can give me.

>>> --
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov  7 02:33:58 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 21:33:58 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <a6da1079.a7b1.4c7e.a6e7.d4e6620a8618@samobile.net>

Yes, the lady shared she got this about a month ago, the approvel for 
helping folks get the dex com g six.
She said she wasn't sure how to help anyone, her worker would be back 
next week who knows more about this than she did.

Original message:
> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
> sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
> contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
> you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
> days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
> the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
> a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
> $400 the machine is $295.
> You get three cencers in a kit.
> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
> How did you get around that.
> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
> my medicines over there.
> Just some thoughts.

> --
> --Dar
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov  7 02:36:40 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 21:36:40 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <705766f4.2b3a.42d4.bd8b.92c445779176@samobile.net>

I was told it is part d as in Dar not b as in boy.
If all last 14 days that would be good.

Original message:
> Hi,

> The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only last
> 30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the app to your
> smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but worthy of your
> checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom and they deliver.
> Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of the
> cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for your
> 90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you order your
> supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help the dexcom stay in
> place through showers for example.

> Best of luck,

> Rick


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
> Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
> sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
> contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
> you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
> days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
> the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
> a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
> $400 the machine is $295.
> You get three cencers in a kit.
> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
> How did you get around that.
> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
> my medicines over there.
> Just some thoughts.

> --
> --Dar
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>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
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> every sinner has a future

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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Thu Nov  7 03:07:59 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 19:07:59 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <04a401d5950e$76131320$62393960$@neo.rr.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>
	<04a401d5950e$76131320$62393960$@neo.rr.com>
Message-ID: <001b01d59518$8f63be10$ae2b3a30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Rick and all, a transmitter lasts for 90 days, not 30 days.
Last I heard, Dexcom was working to make their products available at
pharmacies, but I'm not sure they had completed that process yet. I'd be
surprised if you could walk into Walgreen's and just buy it. Maybe that's
something about your insurance, but I have my doubts as to Dexcom coverage
under Part D. It needs to go as durable medical equipment and I certainly
can't say what your insurance will do or what it will cost you.
Veronica


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Santa Cruz, California
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-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 5:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Hi,

The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only last
30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the app to your
smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but worthy of your
checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom and they deliver.
Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of the
cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for your
90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you order your
supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help the dexcom stay in
place through showers for example.

Best of luck,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

--
--Dar
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  FB: dmgina
www.twitter.com/dmgina
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Thu Nov  7 03:09:54 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 19:09:54 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <705766f4.2b3a.42d4.bd8b.92c445779176@samobile.net>
References: <705766f4.2b3a.42d4.bd8b.92c445779176@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <001d01d59518$d3ef80a0$7bce81e0$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Dar, Dexcom has trainers. Your doctor's office should know this. You or
someone should schedule a session for you with a Dexcom trainer. And to
repeat, each sensor last ten days, not one minute more. The transmitters say
90 days, but usually last a week or two longer.
Veronica


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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 d
m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 6:37 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I was told it is part d as in Dar not b as in boy.
If all last 14 days that would be good.

Original message:
> Hi,

> The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only last
> 30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the app to
your
> smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but worthy of your
> checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom and they deliver.
> Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of the
> cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for your
> 90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you order your
> supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help the dexcom stay
in
> place through showers for example.

> Best of luck,

> Rick


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
Bridgit
> Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
> sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
> contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors
for
> you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
> days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
> the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and
lasts
> a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind
people.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m
gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
> $400 the machine is $295.
> You get three cencers in a kit.
> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of
this.
> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
> How did you get around that.
> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
> my medicines over there.
> Just some thoughts.

> --
> --Dar
> skype: dmgina23
>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future

> _______________________________________________
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov  7 03:29:20 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 22:29:20 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <9905fc42.c864.4b17.9a07.1ba2eaa1ef92@samobile.net>

Yes I would go threw the nurse who said she didn't know anything about 
this, how to teach it or anything.
Before I set up anything, I want to make sure we can cover our part.
Yes I am sure all pharmacies with in the next few months.

Original message:
> Dar, Dexcom has trainers. Your doctor's office should know this. You or
> someone should schedule a session for you with a Dexcom trainer. And to
> repeat, each sensor last ten days, not one minute more. The transmitters say
> 90 days, but usually last a week or two longer.
> Veronica


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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of d
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 6:37 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> I was told it is part d as in Dar not b as in boy.
> If all last 14 days that would be good.

> Original message:
>> Hi,

>> The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only last
>> 30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the app to
> your
>> smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but worthy of your
>> checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom and they deliver.
>> Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of the
>> cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for your
>> 90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you order your
>> supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help the dexcom stay
> in
>> place through showers for example.

>> Best of luck,

>> Rick


>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
> Bridgit
>> Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
>> sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
>> contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors
> for
>> you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
>> days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
>> the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and
> lasts
>> a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind
> people.

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m
> gina
>> via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
>> $400 the machine is $295.
>> You get three cencers in a kit.
>> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of
> this.
>> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
>> How did you get around that.
>> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
>> my medicines over there.
>> Just some thoughts.

>> --
>> --Dar
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>>   FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
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>> every sinner has a future

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Thu Nov  7 04:37:35 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 22:37:35 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <04a401d5950e$76131320$62393960$@neo.rr.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>
	<04a401d5950e$76131320$62393960$@neo.rr.com>
Message-ID: <01f901d59525$141cd4a0$3c567de0$@gmail.com>

Transmittors only last 30 days for the G6? With my G5, they last 3 months.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Hi,

The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only last
30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the app to your
smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but worthy of your
checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom and they deliver.
Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of the
cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for your
90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you order your
supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help the dexcom stay in
place through showers for example.

Best of luck,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

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From joystigile at gmail.com  Thu Nov  7 05:34:54 2019
From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com)
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2019 21:34:54 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>
	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000201d5952d$16012b60$42038220$@gmail.com>

Hello!
Please stop spreading rumors on this list!  I purchased Dexcom G6 sensors
and transmitters this summer at my local Costco store and I even mentioned
the accurate price to you all!  If you are not using the Dexcom G6 please,
please do not answer these questions!
Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 5:42 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Thu Nov  7 11:08:58 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2019 03:08:58 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <000201d5952d$16012b60$42038220$@gmail.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>
	<000201d5952d$16012b60$42038220$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <002001d5955b$c2153530$463f9f90$@gmail.com>

Joy, what's  the accurate price that your paying for the dexcom g6 out of
curiosity.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Joy
Stigile via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 9:35 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: joystigile at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Hello!
Please stop spreading rumors on this list!  I purchased Dexcom G6 sensors
and transmitters this summer at my local Costco store and I even mentioned
the accurate price to you all!  If you are not using the Dexcom G6 please,
please do not answer these questions!
Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 5:42 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

--
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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Thu Nov  7 11:09:23 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2019 06:09:23 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <001b01d59518$8f63be10$ae2b3a30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>	<04a401d5950e$76131320$62393960$@neo.rr.com>
	<001b01d59518$8f63be10$ae2b3a30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <004f01d5955b$d1393ed0$73abbc70$@neo.rr.com>

Veronica,

Thank you for the clarification. You are correct and I did post incorrectly
regarding the length of life for the transmittors. It is 90-days and the
insurance is the factor of who has a specific coverage over another. If
Wallgreens, Walmart, a mail in service as Express Scripts or ordering from
Dexcom directly, Dar will figure this out. No rumors being spread for to
mention this from within a previous tag but Dexcom will give you all your
answers, we'll all here just trying to help those newbies wanting to better
their diabetes management.

I appreciate you all so keep up the great work and participation for all of
us... right or wrong, we're all in a crazy club not by choice...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 10:08 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Rick and all, a transmitter lasts for 90 days, not 30 days.
Last I heard, Dexcom was working to make their products available at
pharmacies, but I'm not sure they had completed that process yet. I'd be
surprised if you could walk into Walgreen's and just buy it. Maybe that's
something about your insurance, but I have my doubts as to Dexcom coverage
under Part D. It needs to go as durable medical equipment and I certainly
can't say what your insurance will do or what it will cost you.
Veronica


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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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 5:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Hi,

The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only last
30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the app to your
smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but worthy of your
checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom and they deliver.
Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of the
cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for your
90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you order your
supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help the dexcom stay in
place through showers for example.

Best of luck,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

--
--Dar
skype: dmgina23
  FB: dmgina
www.twitter.com/dmgina
every saint has a past
every sinner has a future

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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov  7 21:21:23 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 16:21:23 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <f4222914.1606.46c0.8f94.86aca63d4e78@samobile.net>

I have been working all day trying to get all of the information that 
would help me.
Trust me the run around is not helping me exercise loll.
I did call costco where they gave me the diabetic number.
I am speaking to a very nice lady who said she can help me.
I just need to get the information in braille again.
Thanks for helping me out.
When we get all of this turned around, I would only have to pay
$50 for supplies.
Much better than I have been paying now.
I sure don't understand why the humana lady in town didn't share all of 
this information with me.
Thanks for your help.

Original message:
> Hello!
> Please stop spreading rumors on this list!  I purchased Dexcom G6 sensors
> and transmitters this summer at my local Costco store and I even mentioned
> the accurate price to you all!  If you are not using the Dexcom G6 please,
> please do not answer these questions!
> Joy


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
> Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 5:42 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
> sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
> contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
> you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
> days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
> the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
> a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
> $400 the machine is $295.
> You get three cencers in a kit.
> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
> How did you get around that.
> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
> my medicines over there.
> Just some thoughts.

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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Thu Nov  7 21:46:27 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2019 13:46:27 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <f4222914.1606.46c0.8f94.86aca63d4e78@samobile.net>
References: <f4222914.1606.46c0.8f94.86aca63d4e78@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <010f01d595b4$cf49a660$6ddcf320$@gmail.com>

Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the dexcom
g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and
that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a half
for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover  me for the
dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid guidelines for getting
mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this year any ways but figure I
would find out about this before I did change providers for the next year.
Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or does not
have insurance. Just wondering.  




From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov  7 22:43:42 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 17:43:42 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a half
> for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover  me for the
> dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid guidelines for getting
> mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this year any ways but figure I
> would find out about this before I did change providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or does not
> have insurance. Just wondering.


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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Thu Nov  7 22:59:55 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2019 14:59:55 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>
References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>

Thanks very much.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the 
> dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and 
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a 
> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover  
> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid 
> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this 
> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did change
providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or 
> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Fri Nov  8 05:13:38 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2019 21:13:38 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <01f901d59525$141cd4a0$3c567de0$@gmail.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>	<04a401d5950e$76131320$62393960$@neo.rr.com>
	<01f901d59525$141cd4a0$3c567de0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000201d595f3$47b8c2a0$d72a47e0$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

G6 transmitters last 90 days each, just as the G5 ones did. 
Veronica


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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
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 8:38 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Transmittors only last 30 days for the G6? With my G5, they last 3 months.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Hi,

The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only last
30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the app to your
smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but worthy of your
checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom and they deliver.
Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of the
cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for your
90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you order your
supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help the dexcom stay in
place through showers for example.

Best of luck,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Fri Nov  8 05:20:16 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2019 21:20:16 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>
References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>
	<002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

For all of you with insurance questions, if you call Dexcom directly, they
have insurance specialists who are there to help you figure that stuff out.
They have trainers who can help you learn the product. They have the people
who can get really specific with you.
These days they seem to have a zillion phone numbers but I still call the
one I started with: 877-339-2664 which stands for Dexcom 4.
There seem to be a lot of things that determine where you can buy your
sensors. For instance, with my insurance, I have to buy directly from
Dexcom. So it's really best to chat with someone who has the big ol'
computer data bases that can spit out accurate results when you give them
your information. 
Dar, at least when I did it, if you're approved for a Dexcom, that means
coverage is arranged. But that knowledge would have come from Dexcom. So
please give them a call.
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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2019 3:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Thanks very much.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the 
> dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and 
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a 
> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover  
> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid 
> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this 
> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did change
providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or 
> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Fri Nov  8 07:08:45 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2019 23:08:45 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>	<002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>
	<000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <002d01d59603$5cc1a300$1644e900$@gmail.com>

Thanks. 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:20 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

For all of you with insurance questions, if you call Dexcom directly, they
have insurance specialists who are there to help you figure that stuff out.
They have trainers who can help you learn the product. They have the people
who can get really specific with you.
These days they seem to have a zillion phone numbers but I still call the
one I started with: 877-339-2664 which stands for Dexcom 4.
There seem to be a lot of things that determine where you can buy your
sensors. For instance, with my insurance, I have to buy directly from
Dexcom. So it's really best to chat with someone who has the big ol'
computer data bases that can spit out accurate results when you give them
your information. 
Dar, at least when I did it, if you're approved for a Dexcom, that means
coverage is arranged. But that knowledge would have come from Dexcom. So
please give them a call.
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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2019 3:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Thanks very much.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the 
> dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and 
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a 
> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover 
> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid 
> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this 
> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did 
> change
providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or 
> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


> _______________________________________________
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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Fri Nov  8 07:15:08 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2019 23:15:08 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>	<002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>
	<000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <002e01d59604$41004530$c300cf90$@gmail.com>

Veronica, so that?s why I was asking about any low cost solutions to getting
the dexcom g6. If I know that I can get  them through a different insurance
provider as I will be most likely changing providers as my premiums have sky
rocketed  to the moon, about 1200 a month to  be exact.at that point what's
the point of carrying health insurance.i will be doing all my research this
time around and doing lots of fact finding before signing  up this time
around for my provider  this year.   Unfortunately a at this pint in life
idont qualify formedicare as I am in my mid 40's.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:20 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

For all of you with insurance questions, if you call Dexcom directly, they
have insurance specialists who are there to help you figure that stuff out.
They have trainers who can help you learn the product. They have the people
who can get really specific with you.
These days they seem to have a zillion phone numbers but I still call the
one I started with: 877-339-2664 which stands for Dexcom 4.
There seem to be a lot of things that determine where you can buy your
sensors. For instance, with my insurance, I have to buy directly from
Dexcom. So it's really best to chat with someone who has the big ol'
computer data bases that can spit out accurate results when you give them
your information. 
Dar, at least when I did it, if you're approved for a Dexcom, that means
coverage is arranged. But that knowledge would have come from Dexcom. So
please give them a call.
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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2019 3:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Thanks very much.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the 
> dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and 
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a 
> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover 
> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid 
> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this 
> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did 
> change
providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or 
> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Fri Nov  8 13:00:44 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 07:00:44 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>	<002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>
	<000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <070b01d59634$88cf7220$9a6e5660$@gmail.com>

Everyone's insurance is different to a degree, so Veronica is correct that
calling Dexcom is the key.  My insurance is a Medicare Advantage plan
through Humana for now, since I will be changing to Aetna as of Jan. 1.
Anyway, I have to buy my Dexcom supplies directly from Dexcom.  I just
received a one month's supply plus a new transmitter which all totaled $50.
Medtronic does not take Humana, so I have to get my pump supplies from CCS
Medical.  CCS can also supply Dexcom supplies if I really wanted to switch
to them.

Medicare and its supplement companies are all different in what they will
cover.  Because I am under 65, I have to be on the Advantage plans.
However, I am switching from Humana to Aetna, since my co-pays will go from
$45 to $25 for specialists.  Except for my yearly exam with my Primary Care
Physician which has a zero co-pay, most of my other doctor visits are with a
specialist.  Physical therapy visits are $40 with Humana and only $25 with
Aetna.  Since I have PT often on my shoulder, this will be a big savings for
me.  I've had to limit my PT visits to every other week, since $40/visit
really adds up.  My shoulder would probably be better by now if I went twice
a week like I did in the past, but I just can't afford to do that now.
And, my monthly cost for meds will be much less, since Aetna's coverage gap
doesn't begin until your out of pocket costs are much higher than Humana's.
One supply of insulin put me in the coverage gap with Humana.  


Anyway, I've learned a tiny bit more about Medicare and all of the open
enrollment options for supplements and advantage plans in the past month.
Except for getting a $200 bill from my dentist and then learning that my
dentist is not on Humana's accepted dentists, Humana has been decent
insurance for me since my primary insurance became Medicare starting in
March.    At least I have insurance is what I keep telling myself.  I know
that patience is the key, since Medicare has so many regulations, forms  and
hoops for our doctors and places like Dexcom to go through to get our
supplies.

						Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 11:20 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

For all of you with insurance questions, if you call Dexcom directly, they
have insurance specialists who are there to help you figure that stuff out.
They have trainers who can help you learn the product. They have the people
who can get really specific with you.
These days they seem to have a zillion phone numbers but I still call the
one I started with: 877-339-2664 which stands for Dexcom 4.
There seem to be a lot of things that determine where you can buy your
sensors. For instance, with my insurance, I have to buy directly from
Dexcom. So it's really best to chat with someone who has the big ol'
computer data bases that can spit out accurate results when you give them
your information. 
Dar, at least when I did it, if you're approved for a Dexcom, that means
coverage is arranged. But that knowledge would have come from Dexcom. So
please give them a call.
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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2019 3:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Thanks very much.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the 
> dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and 
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a 
> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover 
> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid 
> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this 
> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did 
> change
providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or 
> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Fri Nov  8 13:17:01 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 07:17:01 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <002e01d59604$41004530$c300cf90$@gmail.com>
References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>	<002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>	<000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<002e01d59604$41004530$c300cf90$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <070f01d59636$cf62d9a0$6e288ce0$@gmail.com>

Gary,

     Are you not eligible for Social Security disability insurance due to
being gainfully employed?  I've been eligible for Medicare since 1989, since
I lost my sight in 1987.  I was still in college, so I was able to receive
disability benefits thanks to my mom pursuing this avenue for me.    I've
had my benefits stopped and then started again every time I become gainfully
employed, but my Medicare eligibility remained the same.  I opted to stop
Medicare coverage when I had adequate insurance through my work, but it was
reinstated whenever I left work to raise my kids.  


The blind can earn $2040/month and still receive SSDI benefits.  I am now an
Independent contracted employee or otherwise self employed since July, and
I've learned that the rules for Social Security are very different for self
employed versus being employed by a company or agency.  

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 1:15 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Veronica, so that?s why I was asking about any low cost solutions to getting
the dexcom g6. If I know that I can get  them through a different insurance
provider as I will be most likely changing providers as my premiums have sky
rocketed  to the moon, about 1200 a month to  be exact.at that point what's
the point of carrying health insurance.i will be doing all my research this
time around and doing lots of fact finding before signing  up this time
around for my provider  this year.   Unfortunately a at this pint in life
idont qualify formedicare as I am in my mid 40's.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:20 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

For all of you with insurance questions, if you call Dexcom directly, they
have insurance specialists who are there to help you figure that stuff out.
They have trainers who can help you learn the product. They have the people
who can get really specific with you.
These days they seem to have a zillion phone numbers but I still call the
one I started with: 877-339-2664 which stands for Dexcom 4.
There seem to be a lot of things that determine where you can buy your
sensors. For instance, with my insurance, I have to buy directly from
Dexcom. So it's really best to chat with someone who has the big ol'
computer data bases that can spit out accurate results when you give them
your information. 
Dar, at least when I did it, if you're approved for a Dexcom, that means
coverage is arranged. But that knowledge would have come from Dexcom. So
please give them a call.
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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2019 3:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Thanks very much.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the 
> dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and 
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a 
> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover 
> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid 
> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this 
> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did 
> change
providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or 
> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


> _______________________________________________
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Fri Nov  8 18:58:16 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 12:58:16 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <002e01d59604$41004530$c300cf90$@gmail.com>
References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>	<002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>	<000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<002e01d59604$41004530$c300cf90$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <044601d59666$7b33f190$719bd4b0$@gmail.com>

Gary,

If you're disabled and qualify for social security, you probably qualify for
Medicare. I'm only 38 and qualify for Medicare. You should speak with an
insurance agent to find out what you qualify for and what health coverage
plan works best for you. Have you visited www.healthmarket.com?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 1:15 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Veronica, so that?s why I was asking about any low cost solutions to getting
the dexcom g6. If I know that I can get  them through a different insurance
provider as I will be most likely changing providers as my premiums have sky
rocketed  to the moon, about 1200 a month to  be exact.at that point what's
the point of carrying health insurance.i will be doing all my research this
time around and doing lots of fact finding before signing  up this time
around for my provider  this year.   Unfortunately a at this pint in life
idont qualify formedicare as I am in my mid 40's.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:20 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

For all of you with insurance questions, if you call Dexcom directly, they
have insurance specialists who are there to help you figure that stuff out.
They have trainers who can help you learn the product. They have the people
who can get really specific with you.
These days they seem to have a zillion phone numbers but I still call the
one I started with: 877-339-2664 which stands for Dexcom 4.
There seem to be a lot of things that determine where you can buy your
sensors. For instance, with my insurance, I have to buy directly from
Dexcom. So it's really best to chat with someone who has the big ol'
computer data bases that can spit out accurate results when you give them
your information. 
Dar, at least when I did it, if you're approved for a Dexcom, that means
coverage is arranged. But that knowledge would have come from Dexcom. So
please give them a call.
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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2019 3:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Thanks very much.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the 
> dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and 
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a 
> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover 
> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid 
> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this 
> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did 
> change
providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or 
> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


> _______________________________________________
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Fri Nov  8 19:28:46 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 13:28:46 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
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Yep, I do freelance work, and my husband (also blind) owns his own business.
The rules are different, but we both qualify for SSDI; I still have
Medicare, but he does not.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
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Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 7:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Gary,

     Are you not eligible for Social Security disability insurance due to
being gainfully employed?  I've been eligible for Medicare since 1989, since
I lost my sight in 1987.  I was still in college, so I was able to receive
disability benefits thanks to my mom pursuing this avenue for me.    I've
had my benefits stopped and then started again every time I become gainfully
employed, but my Medicare eligibility remained the same.  I opted to stop
Medicare coverage when I had adequate insurance through my work, but it was
reinstated whenever I left work to raise my kids.  


The blind can earn $2040/month and still receive SSDI benefits.  I am now an
Independent contracted employee or otherwise self employed since July, and
I've learned that the rules for Social Security are very different for self
employed versus being employed by a company or agency.  

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 1:15 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Veronica, so that?s why I was asking about any low cost solutions to getting
the dexcom g6. If I know that I can get  them through a different insurance
provider as I will be most likely changing providers as my premiums have sky
rocketed  to the moon, about 1200 a month to  be exact.at that point what's
the point of carrying health insurance.i will be doing all my research this
time around and doing lots of fact finding before signing  up this time
around for my provider  this year.   Unfortunately a at this pint in life
idont qualify formedicare as I am in my mid 40's.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:20 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

For all of you with insurance questions, if you call Dexcom directly, they
have insurance specialists who are there to help you figure that stuff out.
They have trainers who can help you learn the product. They have the people
who can get really specific with you.
These days they seem to have a zillion phone numbers but I still call the
one I started with: 877-339-2664 which stands for Dexcom 4.
There seem to be a lot of things that determine where you can buy your
sensors. For instance, with my insurance, I have to buy directly from
Dexcom. So it's really best to chat with someone who has the big ol'
computer data bases that can spit out accurate results when you give them
your information. 
Dar, at least when I did it, if you're approved for a Dexcom, that means
coverage is arranged. But that knowledge would have come from Dexcom. So
please give them a call.
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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2019 3:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Thanks very much.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the 
> dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and 
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a 
> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover 
> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid 
> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this 
> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did 
> change
providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or 
> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Fri Nov  8 21:53:52 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 13:53:52 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
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References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>	<002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>	<000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>	<002e01d59604$41004530$c300cf90$@gmail.com>	<070f01d59636$cf62d9a0$6e288ce0$@gmail.com>
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Thatss the same situation that  I am in as your husband.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 11:29 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Yep, I do freelance work, and my husband (also blind) owns his own business.
The rules are different, but we both qualify for SSDI; I still have
Medicare, but he does not.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jamie
Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 7:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Gary,

     Are you not eligible for Social Security disability insurance due to
being gainfully employed?  I've been eligible for Medicare since 1989, since
I lost my sight in 1987.  I was still in college, so I was able to receive
disability benefits thanks to my mom pursuing this avenue for me.    I've
had my benefits stopped and then started again every time I become gainfully
employed, but my Medicare eligibility remained the same.  I opted to stop
Medicare coverage when I had adequate insurance through my work, but it was
reinstated whenever I left work to raise my kids.  


The blind can earn $2040/month and still receive SSDI benefits.  I am now an
Independent contracted employee or otherwise self employed since July, and
I've learned that the rules for Social Security are very different for self
employed versus being employed by a company or agency.  

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 1:15 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Veronica, so that?s why I was asking about any low cost solutions to getting
the dexcom g6. If I know that I can get  them through a different insurance
provider as I will be most likely changing providers as my premiums have sky
rocketed  to the moon, about 1200 a month to  be exact.at that point what's
the point of carrying health insurance.i will be doing all my research this
time around and doing lots of fact finding before signing  up this time
around for my provider  this year.   Unfortunately a at this pint in life
idont qualify formedicare as I am in my mid 40's.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:20 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

For all of you with insurance questions, if you call Dexcom directly, they
have insurance specialists who are there to help you figure that stuff out.
They have trainers who can help you learn the product. They have the people
who can get really specific with you.
These days they seem to have a zillion phone numbers but I still call the
one I started with: 877-339-2664 which stands for Dexcom 4.
There seem to be a lot of things that determine where you can buy your
sensors. For instance, with my insurance, I have to buy directly from
Dexcom. So it's really best to chat with someone who has the big ol'
computer data bases that can spit out accurate results when you give them
your information. 
Dar, at least when I did it, if you're approved for a Dexcom, that means
coverage is arranged. But that knowledge would have come from Dexcom. So
please give them a call.
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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2019 3:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Thanks very much.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am starting with this insurance card.
I can give the number though.

8778675526
I think that is the costco number.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the 
> dexcom
> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and 
> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a 
> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover 
> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid 
> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this 
> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did 
> change
providers for the next year.
> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or 
> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Fri Nov  8 23:03:59 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 15:03:59 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
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References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>	<002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>	<000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>	<002e01d59604$41004530$c300cf90$@gmail.com>
	<070f01d59636$cf62d9a0$6e288ce0$@gmail.com>
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That's one of those reasons, I own my own practice. Try telling eh
government agency that you need them.first of all they want you  to be
homeless or pennyless before they wil help you out.that's why I wont bother
with them.i will just focus on a lower cost alternative for  the next few
years.insulin I know  that companies like novaradis  give discounts  if you
cant afford the insulin or your in the situation that  I am in with high
insurance costs.once I can figure a solution to the  dexcom problem then I
can start shopping around for lower cost coverage that I can afford in the
200 to $300 range and not in the $600 to $1200 which I have been facing in
the past five years of being on insulin and all that  sort of stuff.  




From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Fri Nov  8 23:10:59 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 18:10:59 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
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References: <7b6436af.b3b1.4589.beeb.560c8f5b7b7b@samobile.net>	<002e01d595bf$131eb790$395c26b0$@gmail.com>	<000401d595f4$34db6510$9e922f30$@laurelcreekmusic.com>	<002e01d59604$41004530$c300cf90$@gmail.com>	<070f01d59636$cf62d9a0$6e288ce0$@gmail.com>
	<017901d59688$cf29cf00$6d7d6d00$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <037901d59689$ca072710$5e157530$@neo.rr.com>

Insulin is now offered in generic form, no different than humolog, sorry
about spelling. I'm now on a generic called Admelog and with insurance, in
the gap, I'd spend $88 for 3 months worrth and $42 for 3-months worth when
not in the gap.

The insulin is so crazy expensive. The generic form mentioned is the same
and works no different.

Rick

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 6:04 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

That's one of those reasons, I own my own practice. Try telling eh
government agency that you need them.first of all they want you  to be
homeless or pennyless before they wil help you out.that's why I wont bother
with them.i will just focus on a lower cost alternative for  the next few
years.insulin I know  that companies like novaradis  give discounts  if you
cant afford the insulin or your in the situation that  I am in with high
insurance costs.once I can figure a solution to the  dexcom problem then I
can start shopping around for lower cost coverage that I can afford in the
200 to $300 range and not in the $600 to $1200 which I have been facing in
the past five years of being on insulin and all that  sort of stuff.  


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From dianefilipe at comcast.net  Sat Nov  9 01:41:11 2019
From: dianefilipe at comcast.net (dianefilipe at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 18:41:11 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
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Yes, I know for a fact Walgreens has it!

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 6, 2019, at 6:42 PM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
> sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
> contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
> you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
> days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
> the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
> a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
> 
> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
> $400 the machine is $295.
> You get three cencers in a kit.
> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
> How did you get around that.
> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
> my medicines over there.
> Just some thoughts.
> 
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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 01:54:05 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (Gary-melconian)
Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 17:54:05 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <C2881546-B8C0-4126-8BDC-0352A2AF83B6@comcast.net>
References: <01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>
	<C2881546-B8C0-4126-8BDC-0352A2AF83B6@comcast.net>
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What is the cost if you get the dexcom G6 from Walgreen just out of curiosity


On November 8, 2019 5:43:24 PM Diane via Diabetes-Talk 
<diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Yes, I know for a fact Walgreens has it!
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Nov 6, 2019, at 6:42 PM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk 
>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> ?Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
>> sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
>> contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
>> you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
>> days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
>> the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
>> a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
>> via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>> 
>> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
>> $400 the machine is $295.
>> You get three cencers in a kit.
>> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
>> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
>> How did you get around that.
>> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
>> my medicines over there.
>> Just some thoughts.
>> 
>> --
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sat Nov  9 02:40:59 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 21:40:59 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <566ab6df.8d5a.46b0.b7b7.c70be96858ed@samobile.net>

Now that isn't the cartridge?
How do you know when it is time to replace each one.

Original message:
> G6 transmitters last 90 days each, just as the G5 ones did.
> 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:
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> ????????????????Veronica Elsea, Owner
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 8:38 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Transmittors only last 30 days for the G6? With my G5, they last 3 months.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
> Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:56 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Hi,

> The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only last
> 30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the app to your
> smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but worthy of your
> checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom and they deliver.
> Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of the
> cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for your
> 90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you order your
> supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help the dexcom stay in
> place through showers for example.

> Best of luck,

> Rick


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
> Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
> sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
> contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
> you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
> days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
> the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
> a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
> $400 the machine is $295.
> You get three cencers in a kit.
> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
> How did you get around that.
> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
> my medicines over there.
> Just some thoughts.

> --
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sat Nov  9 02:44:20 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 21:44:20 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <8aedbc5a.dc6f.4238.b5b8.ca22a2cf8a43@samobile.net>

That is the one I put in my phone and called the other day.
They will send me the covers for free.
They will come in seven days.

Original message:
> For all of you with insurance questions, if you call Dexcom directly, they
> have insurance specialists who are there to help you figure that stuff out.
> They have trainers who can help you learn the product. They have the people
> who can get really specific with you.
> These days they seem to have a zillion phone numbers but I still call the
> one I started with: 877-339-2664 which stands for Dexcom 4.
> There seem to be a lot of things that determine where you can buy your
> sensors. For instance, with my insurance, I have to buy directly from
> Dexcom. So it's really best to chat with someone who has the big ol'
> computer data bases that can spit out accurate results when you give them
> your information.
> Dar, at least when I did it, if you're approved for a Dexcom, that means
> coverage is arranged. But that knowledge would have come from Dexcom. So
> please give them a call.
> 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
> gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2019 3:00 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: gary-melconian
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Thanks very much.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 2:44 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> I am starting with this insurance card.
> I can give the number though.

> 8778675526
> I think that is the costco number.
> Wishing you the best.

> Original message:
>> Can you give that to me as well .i am trying to  get myself on to the
>> dexcom
>> g6 as well . my health insurance has not been kind to me this year and
>> that's  why I have been bying out of pocket for the past year and a
>> half for dexcom g5 models instead due to the fac that they wont cover
>> me for the dexcom cgm as my a1c number are under their stupid
>> guidelines for getting mea dexcom cgm. Will be changing providers this
>> year any ways but figure I would find out about this before I did change
> providers for the next year.
>> Is this for medicare  only or wil this work  for anyone who has or
>> does not have insurance. Just wondering.


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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 02:45:58 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 20:45:58 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <16e4dde4e48.283b.76f7706a0d51902714afda849d7cf02f@gmail.com>
References: <01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>	<C2881546-B8C0-4126-8BDC-0352A2AF83B6@comcast.net>
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Message-ID: <053a01d596a7$d1172f00$73458d00$@gmail.com>

It all still depends on your healthcare provider. Just because Walgreen's
supplies it doesn't mean your provider will cover it through Walgreen's.
It's something you need to look into. If paying out-of-pocket, then it
doesn't really matter where you get it, grin.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
Gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 7:54 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

What is the cost if you get the dexcom G6 from Walgreen just out of
curiosity


On November 8, 2019 5:43:24 PM Diane via Diabetes-Talk
<diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Yes, I know for a fact Walgreens has it!
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Nov 6, 2019, at 6:42 PM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via 
>> Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> ?Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the 
>> G6, a sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 
>> days. I would contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will 
>> supply Dexcom sensors for you. You also need the transmittors. So, 
>> you use a sensor which lasts 14 days, the transmitter which attaches 
>> to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and the receiver, which looks like 
>> an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts a year. But again, the
receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>> 
>> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
>> $400 the machine is $295.
>> You get three cencers in a kit.
>> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of
this.
>> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
>> How did you get around that.
>> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get 
>> all of my medicines over there.
>> Just some thoughts.
>> 
>> --
>> --Dar
>> skype: dmgina23
>>  FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>> every saint has a past
>> every sinner has a future
>> 
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 02:48:48 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 20:48:48 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <566ab6df.8d5a.46b0.b7b7.c70be96858ed@samobile.net>
References: <566ab6df.8d5a.46b0.b7b7.c70be96858ed@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <053b01d596a8$369b30b0$a3d19210$@gmail.com>

Dar,

What cartridge? Dexcom doesn't have cartridges. The sensor is the sticky
part you attach to your body. The transmitter locks into place on the sensor
and looks like a small flash drive. The receiver is the device that gives
you the readings, and looks like an iPhone. This is what you get with
Dexcom. Of course, if using the app, you simply download it onto your phone
from the app store, and once you pair it with a transmitter, you will
receive your readings from the app.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 8:41 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Now that isn't the cartridge?
How do you know when it is time to replace each one.

Original message:
> G6 transmitters last 90 days each, just as the G5 ones did.
> 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 Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 8:38 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Transmittors only last 30 days for the G6? With my G5, they last 3 months.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:56 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Hi,

> The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only 
> last 30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the 
> app to your smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but 
> worthy of your checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom
and they deliver.
> Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of 
> the cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for 
> your 90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you 
> order your supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help 
> the dexcom stay in place through showers for example.

> Best of luck,

> Rick


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, 
> a sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I 
> would contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom 
> sensors for you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor 
> which lasts 14 days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and 
> lasts 3 months, and the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that 
> reads glucose output and lasts a year. But again, the receiver is
completely inaccessible for blind people.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
> $400 the machine is $295.
> You get three cencers in a kit.
> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of
this.
> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
> How did you get around that.
> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get 
> all of my medicines over there.
> Just some thoughts.

> --
> --Dar
> skype: dmgina23
>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future

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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 02:52:00 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (Gary-melconian)
Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 18:52:00 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
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I am asking I want to know what it would cost out of pocket for somebody 
that would not have insurance just wondering


On November 8, 2019 6:47:23 PM Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk 
<diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> It all still depends on your healthcare provider. Just because Walgreen's
> supplies it doesn't mean your provider will cover it through Walgreen's.
> It's something you need to look into. If paying out-of-pocket, then it
> doesn't really matter where you get it, grin.
>
> Bridgit
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
> Gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 7:54 PM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>
> What is the cost if you get the dexcom G6 from Walgreen just out of
> curiosity
>
>
> On November 8, 2019 5:43:24 PM Diane via Diabetes-Talk
> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
>> Yes, I know for a fact Walgreens has it!
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Nov 6, 2019, at 6:42 PM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via
>>> Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> 
>>> ?Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the
>>> G6, a sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7
>>> days. I would contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will
>>> supply Dexcom sensors for you. You also need the transmittors. So,
>>> you use a sensor which lasts 14 days, the transmitter which attaches
>>> to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and the receiver, which looks like
>>> an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts a year. But again, the
> receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>>> 
>>> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
>>> $400 the machine is $295.
>>> You get three cencers in a kit.
>>> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of
> this.
>>> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
>>> How did you get around that.
>>> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get
>>> all of my medicines over there.
>>> Just some thoughts.
>>> 
>>> --
>>> --Dar
>>> skype: dmgina23
>>>  FB: dmgina
>>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>>> every saint has a past
>>> every sinner has a future
>>> 
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Sat Nov  9 03:27:56 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 19:27:56 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
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Again, it's very unlikely that we can answer any of your cost questions
here. It depends on how many sensors you buy and sometimes Dexcom puts
together different combo kits for different providers. When I had regular
insurance, I could get three months worth of stuff at once, but with
Medicare, only one month at a time.
And the cartridge question has been answered. Dar, the free covers are just
overlays, which are pieces of tape that go on top of the Dexcom tape to help
it stay in place. 
If you have absolutely no knowledge
Of how the Dexcom works, I think it would be valuable for you to spend some
time on the Dexcom web site. Perhaps you could snag someone who can hang out
and watch some of their videos with you. If your healthcare staff can't
describe anything to you, then you need to ask them if they know how to
follow your results and help you actually benefit from wearing it.
Gary, the G6 is just like the G5 in that the app tells you the date of
sensor insertion and transmitter activation. You then get notifications,
starting at 24 hours before your sensor expires, then again at 6, 2, 30
minutes and actual expiration. You can count on the fact that the sensors
last ten days, to the minute. So I put mine in a week ago at 7:00 pm,
therefore I already know that I'll be changing it by 7:00 on Monday the
11th. Pretty simple.
But I would strongly recommend that anyone who starts on this journey really
understand just what that journey is. You need to be clear on what it does
and doesn't do. You need a plan for how to respond to anything that doesn't
make sense or to those times when technology just loses its little mind.
Nothing is perfect. But it's really wonderful when you know what to expect
from it. 
If you have any kind of insurance, your doctor sends in the request to
Dexcom along with the paperwork. If Dexcom verifies your coverage, they
either just place the order for your supplies initially, or explain the
process to you. For instance, for my OmniPod supplies, Medicare won't let me
buy them directly from Insulet. But the people at Insulet told me where I
needed to get them and gave me the phone number. 
Of course, when changing insurance, you'll want to be asking about Dexcom
coverage, but these companies have experts on their staffs. Please use them.

When I was first switched to Medicare, the G6 was not covered and I paid out
of pocket. I just bought my stuff from Dexcom and hoped I wouldn't be doing
it forever.
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
Gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2019 6:52 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
Cc: Gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

I am asking I want to know what it would cost out of pocket for somebody 
that would not have insurance just wondering


On November 8, 2019 6:47:23 PM Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk 
<diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> It all still depends on your healthcare provider. Just because Walgreen's
> supplies it doesn't mean your provider will cover it through Walgreen's.
> It's something you need to look into. If paying out-of-pocket, then it
> doesn't really matter where you get it, grin.
>
> Bridgit
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
> Gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 7:54 PM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>
> What is the cost if you get the dexcom G6 from Walgreen just out of
> curiosity
>
>
> On November 8, 2019 5:43:24 PM Diane via Diabetes-Talk
> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
>> Yes, I know for a fact Walgreens has it!
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Nov 6, 2019, at 6:42 PM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via
>>> Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> 
>>> ?Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the
>>> G6, a sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7
>>> days. I would contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will
>>> supply Dexcom sensors for you. You also need the transmittors. So,
>>> you use a sensor which lasts 14 days, the transmitter which attaches
>>> to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and the receiver, which looks like
>>> an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts a year. But again, the
> receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>>> 
>>> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
>>> $400 the machine is $295.
>>> You get three cencers in a kit.
>>> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of
> this.
>>> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
>>> How did you get around that.
>>> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get
>>> all of my medicines over there.
>>> Just some thoughts.
>>> 
>>> --
>>> --Dar
>>> skype: dmgina23
>>>  FB: dmgina
>>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>>> every saint has a past
>>> every sinner has a future
>>> 
>>> _______________________________________________
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>>> Diabetes-Talk:
>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org/bkpollpete
>>> r%40gma
>>> il.com
>>> 
>>> 
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>>
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>
>
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sat Nov  9 03:36:42 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 22:36:42 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <331e12db.6439.4353.83f0.6f364f150df4@samobile.net>

OK I understood if you were low it would give you insulin.
If that is the case, then I wouldn't need the insulin I am on now? Is 
that correct?
Just thought I would ask.
The lady shared with me there was something else I could get that would 
read the readings add it to the phone.
Then I wouldn't have to do that.
I shared I would ask the blind who use this.
Interesting.

Original message:
> Dar,

> What cartridge? Dexcom doesn't have cartridges. The sensor is the sticky
> part you attach to your body. The transmitter locks into place on the sensor
> and looks like a small flash drive. The receiver is the device that gives
> you the readings, and looks like an iPhone. This is what you get with
> Dexcom. Of course, if using the app, you simply download it onto your phone
> from the app store, and once you pair it with a transmitter, you will
> receive your readings from the app.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 8:41 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Now that isn't the cartridge?
> How do you know when it is time to replace each one.

> Original message:
>> G6 transmitters last 90 days each, just as the G5 ones did.
>> 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 Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 8:38 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> Transmittors only last 30 days for the G6? With my G5, they last 3 months.

>> Bridgit

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
>> Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:56 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> Hi,

>> The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only
>> last 30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the
>> app to your smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these but
>> worthy of your checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers Dexcom
> and they deliver.
>> Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of
>> the cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for
>> your 90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you
>> order your supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help
>> the dexcom stay in place through showers for example.

>> Best of luck,

>> Rick


>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
>> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6,
>> a sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I
>> would contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom
>> sensors for you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor
>> which lasts 14 days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and
>> lasts 3 months, and the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that
>> reads glucose output and lasts a year. But again, the receiver is
> completely inaccessible for blind people.

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
>> $400 the machine is $295.
>> You get three cencers in a kit.
>> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of
> this.
>> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
>> How did you get around that.
>> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get
>> all of my medicines over there.
>> Just some thoughts.

>> --
>> --Dar
>> skype: dmgina23
>>   FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>> every saint has a past
>> every sinner has a future

>> _______________________________________________
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>> %40gma
>> il.com


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> --
> --Dar
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>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 03:39:38 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 21:39:38 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <331e12db.6439.4353.83f0.6f364f150df4@samobile.net>
References: <331e12db.6439.4353.83f0.6f364f150df4@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <056301d596af$50afcf40$f20f6dc0$@gmail.com>

Dar,

No, Dexcom is not an insulin pump. It's a CGM just like Libre. Dexcom and
Libre only read glucose numbers.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 9:37 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

OK I understood if you were low it would give you insulin.
If that is the case, then I wouldn't need the insulin I am on now? Is that
correct?
Just thought I would ask.
The lady shared with me there was something else I could get that would read
the readings add it to the phone.
Then I wouldn't have to do that.
I shared I would ask the blind who use this.
Interesting.

Original message:
> Dar,

> What cartridge? Dexcom doesn't have cartridges. The sensor is the 
> sticky part you attach to your body. The transmitter locks into place 
> on the sensor and looks like a small flash drive. The receiver is the 
> device that gives you the readings, and looks like an iPhone. This is 
> what you get with Dexcom. Of course, if using the app, you simply 
> download it onto your phone from the app store, and once you pair it 
> with a transmitter, you will receive your readings from the app.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 8:41 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> Now that isn't the cartridge?
> How do you know when it is time to replace each one.

> Original message:
>> G6 transmitters last 90 days each, just as the G5 ones did.
>> 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 Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 8:38 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> Transmittors only last 30 days for the G6? With my G5, they last 3
months.

>> Bridgit

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
>> Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:56 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> Hi,

>> The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only 
>> last 30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the 
>> app to your smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these 
>> but worthy of your checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers 
>> Dexcom
> and they deliver.
>> Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of 
>> the cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for 
>> your 90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you 
>> order your supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help 
>> the dexcom stay in place through showers for example.

>> Best of luck,

>> Rick


>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
>> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the 
>> G6, a sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 
>> days. I would contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will 
>> supply Dexcom sensors for you. You also need the transmittors. So, 
>> you use a sensor which lasts 14 days, the transmitter which attaches 
>> to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and the receiver, which looks like 
>> an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts a year. But again, the 
>> receiver is
> completely inaccessible for blind people.

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
>> $400 the machine is $295.
>> You get three cencers in a kit.
>> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of
> this.
>> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
>> How did you get around that.
>> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get 
>> all of my medicines over there.
>> Just some thoughts.

>> --
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sat Nov  9 03:42:51 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 22:42:51 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
Message-ID: <eb98dd5a.c8cc.4b51.88c2.60d795e320a4@samobile.net>

OK I get it.
Still is cheaper than what I am doing now.
Thanks,

Original message:
> Dar,

> No, Dexcom is not an insulin pump. It's a CGM just like Libre. Dexcom and
> Libre only read glucose numbers.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 9:37 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

> OK I understood if you were low it would give you insulin.
> If that is the case, then I wouldn't need the insulin I am on now? Is that
> correct?
> Just thought I would ask.
> The lady shared with me there was something else I could get that would read
> the readings add it to the phone.
> Then I wouldn't have to do that.
> I shared I would ask the blind who use this.
> Interesting.

> Original message:
>> Dar,

>> What cartridge? Dexcom doesn't have cartridges. The sensor is the
>> sticky part you attach to your body. The transmitter locks into place
>> on the sensor and looks like a small flash drive. The receiver is the
>> device that gives you the readings, and looks like an iPhone. This is
>> what you get with Dexcom. Of course, if using the app, you simply
>> download it onto your phone from the app store, and once you pair it
>> with a transmitter, you will receive your readings from the app.

>> Bridgit

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 8:41 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>> Now that isn't the cartridge?
>> How do you know when it is time to replace each one.

>> Original message:
>>> G6 transmitters last 90 days each, just as the G5 ones did.
>>> 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 Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 8:38 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>>> Transmittors only last 30 days for the G6? With my G5, they last 3
> months.

>>> Bridgit

>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
>>> Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:56 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>>> Hi,

>>> The Dexcom 6 sensors are good for only 10-days. The transmitters only
>>> last 30-days. You do not need to use the receiver if you download the
>>> app to your smart-phone. I have doubts that Walgreens covers these
>>> but worthy of your checking this a few times. Express Scripts covers
>>> Dexcom
>> and they deliver.
>>> Remember, this is a Medicare part B product and you will pay 20% of
>>> the cost. I believe your cost every 90-days may be more than $100 for
>>> your 90-day supply. Remember to order your over-lay patches when you
>>> order your supplies. These are of no charge or free and they do help
>>> the dexcom stay in place through showers for example.

>>> Best of luck,

>>> Rick


>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
>>> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:42 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>>> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the
>>> G6, a sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7
>>> days. I would contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will
>>> supply Dexcom sensors for you. You also need the transmittors. So,
>>> you use a sensor which lasts 14 days, the transmitter which attaches
>>> to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and the receiver, which looks like
>>> an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts a year. But again, the
>>> receiver is
>> completely inaccessible for blind people.

>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

>>> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
>>> $400 the machine is $295.
>>> You get three cencers in a kit.
>>> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of
>> this.
>>> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
>>> How did you get around that.
>>> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get
>>> all of my medicines over there.
>>> Just some thoughts.

>>> --
>>> --Dar
>>> skype: dmgina23
>>>   FB: dmgina
>>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>>> every saint has a past
>>> every sinner has a future

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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sat Nov  9 04:22:18 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 23:22:18 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles
Message-ID: <d882bac5.ad77.41ab.aa76.0b59e56fa04a@samobile.net>

I am not always for articls.
The blind experience many things differently.
Take it as a compliment.
That is how I mean it.
I did speak to the company yesterday when I asked them if it would be 
better to buy everything from them, they said no, it would be better to 
get it from the store.
They will send me the free strips when I call and ask for them.
I was to get an email from them but it didn't happen.
That is fine.
All wil work out.

-- 
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 04:56:01 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2019 22:56:01 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles
In-Reply-To: <d882bac5.ad77.41ab.aa76.0b59e56fa04a@samobile.net>
References: <d882bac5.ad77.41ab.aa76.0b59e56fa04a@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <056d01d596b9$fc8b4740$f5a1d5c0$@gmail.com>

Dar,

What strips? There are no strips for Dexcom.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 10:22 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles

I am not always for articls.
The blind experience many things differently.
Take it as a compliment.
That is how I mean it.
I did speak to the company yesterday when I asked them if it would be better
to buy everything from them, they said no, it would be better to get it from
the store.
They will send me the free strips when I call and ask for them.
I was to get an email from them but it didn't happen.
That is fine.
All wil work out.

--
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Sat Nov  9 17:21:12 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2019 09:21:12 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles
In-Reply-To: <056d01d596b9$fc8b4740$f5a1d5c0$@gmail.com>
References: <d882bac5.ad77.41ab.aa76.0b59e56fa04a@samobile.net>
	<056d01d596b9$fc8b4740$f5a1d5c0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <005d01d59722$15b0d3d0$41127b70$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Some Medicare kits used to include an inaccessible meter and strips. That's
not the case for me now, so don't know if that's what's going on here. Other
than that, it's just the free overpatches.
And Dar, if you are not willing to read some to learn, you aren't going to
be able to learn the techniques for using and managing the Dexcom. The web
site has videos where you could hear the sounds of someone using it. We are
not going to be able to completely walk you through the steps here on this
list.
If you don't have a doctor who can properly explain to you what it is and
isn't, you will face some real challenges once you get it. 
You'll need to set your target ranges and your alarms if you need them.
You'll need to come up with a system that works for you, getting the
transmitter serial numbers and the sensor codes. You will need to be able to
troubleshoot any Bluetooth problems that may come up, learn how to navigate
the app, and of course, inserting sensors and transmitters. I know I have my
tricks for orienting myself when putting on the overpatches and you'll need
to find yours. The Dexcom G6 is a wonderful device but it does take some
learning and sometimes, a bit of fussing and patience.
Please make that commitment to do the learning so you have a better
experience with it.
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
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2019 8:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles

Dar,

What strips? There are no strips for Dexcom.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 10:22 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles

I am not always for articls.
The blind experience many things differently.
Take it as a compliment.
That is how I mean it.
I did speak to the company yesterday when I asked them if it would be better
to buy everything from them, they said no, it would be better to get it from
the store.
They will send me the free strips when I call and ask for them.
I was to get an email from them but it didn't happen.
That is fine.
All wil work out.

--
--Dar
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From letsdanceintx at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 17:23:52 2019
From: letsdanceintx at gmail.com (Verlyn Baldwin)
Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2019 11:23:52 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility
Message-ID: <00c501d59722$7609e5a0$621db0e0$@gmail.com>

Hi,

Please advise me as to the best direct ways to make an impact to get the
manufactures to make their CGM's and pumps accessible for all levels of
disabilities.

It has been suggested by my local Medtronic's representative that letters to
Medtronic CEO's would be the best contact.
She suggests this as they are the ones that make the decisions which
upcoming products to focus on. Obviously Medtronic's has many lines of
products in addition to their diabetic line.

Also, another concern I have is my continued care in regards to management
of my diabetes as I become unable to do so independently. My research thus
far has given me two options. 
One to train and hire assistance (which in reality is cost prohibited) or
move to a supportive care facility in Chicago. The later will not allow
occupants to have any other animal than a guide dog. I have had a cat for
several years which assists me in emotional support. This is verified by my
doctors.

Your comments and suggestions are appreciated,

Verlyn Baldwin
letsdanceintx at gmail.com




From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Sat Nov  9 18:07:26 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2019 10:07:26 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility
In-Reply-To: <00c501d59722$7609e5a0$621db0e0$@gmail.com>
References: <00c501d59722$7609e5a0$621db0e0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000701d59728$8b298de0$a17ca9a0$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Hi Verlyn.
I wish I had some easy answers for you here, but truthfully, I don't. Many
of us have written letters and letters and letters over the years and
nothing has happened. Of course, that doesn't mean don't write. You never
know when some right person might see it. Clearly we need to approach this
from many angles, with the companies, with the medical device manufacturers
association, the FDA, maybe Congress and others. I have a few projects I'm
working on here.
The biggest problem I'm running into has to do with some changes online.
Initially, the beauty of the internet was that one could find anyone. Yet
because that became so easy, important people made themselves really hard to
find. I'm finding it rather tricky chasing down CEO's and such. 
As for managing your diabetes, the truth is, where sighted people are,
within a few years, once the devices are inserted, they talk to each other
and just handle everything. So if that happens, life will get a lot easier
for us, well, some of us. We won't have the speech. But since you could have
someone following your glucose levels from afar, they could call you and
give you instructions. I'm sorry I am not very knowledgable about assisted
living facilities. I can't imagine there aren't some where you have a little
apartment where you could keep your cat. I did know of one place, it was in
Arizona, where you couldn't keep your own pets but they had a resident dog
and cat that residents could interact with. So it was a shared animal, but
everyone said it was better than no animal. 
Sorry I couldn't get more specific this morning but at the very least,
please know that others are also thinking, trying and doing as well. 
Thanks for your thoughts and please keep us posted.
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
Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2019 9:24 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility

Hi,

Please advise me as to the best direct ways to make an impact to get the
manufactures to make their CGM's and pumps accessible for all levels of
disabilities.

It has been suggested by my local Medtronic's representative that letters to
Medtronic CEO's would be the best contact.
She suggests this as they are the ones that make the decisions which
upcoming products to focus on. Obviously Medtronic's has many lines of
products in addition to their diabetic line.

Also, another concern I have is my continued care in regards to management
of my diabetes as I become unable to do so independently. My research thus
far has given me two options. 
One to train and hire assistance (which in reality is cost prohibited) or
move to a supportive care facility in Chicago. The later will not allow
occupants to have any other animal than a guide dog. I have had a cat for
several years which assists me in emotional support. This is verified by my
doctors.

Your comments and suggestions are appreciated,

Verlyn Baldwin
letsdanceintx at gmail.com


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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Sat Nov  9 18:26:59 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2019 13:26:59 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility
In-Reply-To: <000701d59728$8b298de0$a17ca9a0$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
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Hi,

As Veronica has mentioned, it is as important to understand that companies
that sell any device are not, I repeat, are not subject to making their
products accessible to other than the "general public". Sad, I agree, but
for these companies to begin they would have to conduct the same FDA process
as they did when they first got authorization from the said FDA. I have
spoken to the CEOs of these companies and without going into detail, they
fear those disabled for the reason is simple, they do not want to have the
harassing communications as those of us and more, they do not want a
continuous fire storm of being deemed anti this or anti that. I agree with
all your comments but there are individuals/Companies that will make news
soon enough regarding a fully accessible product that is to come to be but
as I need to have you all understand, nothing within this process from
concept through design/engineering and through the FDA and fund raising
phases, nothing will be even remotely available for a couple years down the
road.

A comment I've heard that the best change is through your or our actions is
so very true. We all can do more focusing on making the changes we need and
want and I'll not say more to not upset anyone other than it is we who must
do what is needed.

Thank you again Veronica for your points. It is difficult for we all want to
be independent or remain independent. Nowhere is such more guaranteed other
than our own actions.

Best and hang tough,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 9, 2019 1:07 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility

Hi Verlyn.
I wish I had some easy answers for you here, but truthfully, I don't. Many
of us have written letters and letters and letters over the years and
nothing has happened. Of course, that doesn't mean don't write. You never
know when some right person might see it. Clearly we need to approach this
from many angles, with the companies, with the medical device manufacturers
association, the FDA, maybe Congress and others. I have a few projects I'm
working on here.
The biggest problem I'm running into has to do with some changes online.
Initially, the beauty of the internet was that one could find anyone. Yet
because that became so easy, important people made themselves really hard to
find. I'm finding it rather tricky chasing down CEO's and such. 
As for managing your diabetes, the truth is, where sighted people are,
within a few years, once the devices are inserted, they talk to each other
and just handle everything. So if that happens, life will get a lot easier
for us, well, some of us. We won't have the speech. But since you could have
someone following your glucose levels from afar, they could call you and
give you instructions. I'm sorry I am not very knowledgeable about assisted
living facilities. I can't imagine there aren't some where you have a little
apartment where you could keep your cat. I did know of one place, it was in
Arizona, where you couldn't keep your own pets but they had a resident dog
and cat that residents could interact with. So it was a shared animal, but
everyone said it was better than no animal. 
Sorry I couldn't get more specific this morning but at the very least,
please know that others are also thinking, trying and doing as well. 
Thanks for your thoughts and please keep us posted.
Veronica


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iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
To learn more, visit:
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????????????????Veronica Elsea, Owner
Laurel Creek Music Designs
Santa Cruz, California
Phone: 831-429-6407


-----Original Message-----
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Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2019 9:24 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility

Hi,

Please advise me as to the best direct ways to make an impact to get the
manufactures to make their CGM's and pumps accessible for all levels of
disabilities.

It has been suggested by my local Medtronic's representative that letters to
Medtronic CEO's would be the best contact.
She suggests this as they are the ones that make the decisions which
upcoming products to focus on. Obviously Medtronic's has many lines of
products in addition to their diabetic line.

Also, another concern I have is my continued care in regards to management
of my diabetes as I become unable to do so independently. My research thus
far has given me two options. 
One to train and hire assistance (which in reality is cost prohibited) or
move to a supportive care facility in Chicago. The later will not allow
occupants to have any other animal than a guide dog. I have had a cat for
several years which assists me in emotional support. This is verified by my
doctors.

Your comments and suggestions are appreciated,

Verlyn Baldwin
letsdanceintx at gmail.com


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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 18:55:42 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2019 12:55:42 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles
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Completely agree with Veronica 100%

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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 9, 2019 11:21 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles

Some Medicare kits used to include an inaccessible meter and strips. That's
not the case for me now, so don't know if that's what's going on here. Other
than that, it's just the free overpatches.
And Dar, if you are not willing to read some to learn, you aren't going to
be able to learn the techniques for using and managing the Dexcom. The web
site has videos where you could hear the sounds of someone using it. We are
not going to be able to completely walk you through the steps here on this
list.
If you don't have a doctor who can properly explain to you what it is and
isn't, you will face some real challenges once you get it. 
You'll need to set your target ranges and your alarms if you need them.
You'll need to come up with a system that works for you, getting the
transmitter serial numbers and the sensor codes. You will need to be able to
troubleshoot any Bluetooth problems that may come up, learn how to navigate
the app, and of course, inserting sensors and transmitters. I know I have my
tricks for orienting myself when putting on the overpatches and you'll need
to find yours. The Dexcom G6 is a wonderful device but it does take some
learning and sometimes, a bit of fussing and patience.
Please make that commitment to do the learning so you have a better
experience with it.
Veronica


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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


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Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2019 8:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles

Dar,

What strips? There are no strips for Dexcom.

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To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles

I am not always for articls.
The blind experience many things differently.
Take it as a compliment.
That is how I mean it.
I did speak to the company yesterday when I asked them if it would be better
to buy everything from them, they said no, it would be better to get it from
the store.
They will send me the free strips when I call and ask for them.
I was to get an email from them but it didn't happen.
That is fine.
All wil work out.

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 19:13:06 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2019 13:13:06 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility
In-Reply-To: <00c501d59722$7609e5a0$621db0e0$@gmail.com>
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Verlyn,

You can certainly send letters and emails to tech companies, but the reality
it's not likely to do much. Blind diabetics have been trying for years to
get fully accessible devices, and it's not happened.

That being said, there's no reason a blind diabetic requires daily sighted
assistance or moving to a care facility to manage their diabetes. I'm
totally blind and independently manage my diabetes. The Dexcom CGM is fully
accessible if using the smart device app. You can also use a Prodigy Voice
glucometer, which is fully accessible and made for blind diabetics. And FYI,
even if using a CGM, you do still need a glucometer to calibrate and for
emergencies if your CGM isn't working for some reason.

Pumps are trickier as current models no longer have work-arounds except
perhaps the Omnipod. Veronica can tell you more about it. Those of us using
pumps have a hard choice in a couple of years; either return to insulin pens
or find daily sighted help for using a pump, which is not an option for many
of us. Pumps use to have work-arounds we could work with to be able to
independently use a pump. While not accessible, many of us made it work. But
as I said, these pumps are no longer being made, and current pumps don't
support nonvisual work-arounds at all.

That being said, using an insulin pen is accessible. I used to use pens
before switching to a pump 16 years ago, and it was accessible. There's a
dial at the end of the pen, and it clicks with each turn, indicating how
much insulin you're dialing up. It varies with each pen and type of insulin,
but when I used them, my Novolog pen was 1 unit per turn. So each time it
clicked, I knew I could count how many units per click.

My husband and I are both blind and have 2 children. We live on our own,
manage work, family and home without sighted assistance. I became blind 16
years ago from an infection, and in that entire time, I've been managing my
diabetes without sighted assistance. The only time I use sighted help with
my pump is when I need to make changes to my basal rates. Otherwise, I'm
able to do everything on my own.

I cook, clean, take care of my kids in addition to work and enjoy my hobbies
and interests. We love to participate in community events and activities. We
go to the gym several times a week. With the holidays upon us, we have so
much planned for our family, including hosting a Friendsgiving in a couple
of weeks where I will make several dishes myself, most from scratch, because
I love cooking and baking, grin. It's completely possible to do these things
without sight. It can take some trial and error figuring out what works best
for your situation, but reaching out to people here and perhaps finding a
local National Federation of the Blind chapter, you can meet other blind
people living active, "normal" lives and discover there's life after
blindness. Connecting with other blind people will help you find tools and
methods to make your life easier nonvisually.

If you have questions or comments, please let us know here.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 9, 2019 11:24 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility

Hi,

Please advise me as to the best direct ways to make an impact to get the
manufactures to make their CGM's and pumps accessible for all levels of
disabilities.

It has been suggested by my local Medtronic's representative that letters to
Medtronic CEO's would be the best contact.
She suggests this as they are the ones that make the decisions which
upcoming products to focus on. Obviously Medtronic's has many lines of
products in addition to their diabetic line.

Also, another concern I have is my continued care in regards to management
of my diabetes as I become unable to do so independently. My research thus
far has given me two options. 
One to train and hire assistance (which in reality is cost prohibited) or
move to a supportive care facility in Chicago. The later will not allow
occupants to have any other animal than a guide dog. I have had a cat for
several years which assists me in emotional support. This is verified by my
doctors.

Your comments and suggestions are appreciated,

Verlyn Baldwin
letsdanceintx at gmail.com


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From doula.jarboe at gmail.com  Sat Nov  9 19:32:10 2019
From: doula.jarboe at gmail.com (Doula Jarboe)
Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2019 12:32:10 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility
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Hi Verlyn,

 Is managing your Diabetes as a blind person the main reason for
moving to an assisted facility? Or are there other reasons for
something like that? I had a cat for years who emotionally supported
me, so I completely get your not wanting to give up your cat. I have
multiple medical issues and have a paid care giver through a medicaid
program called Colorado access which is long-term home care. I have it
set up so that my husband is my care taker, since he's here all the
time. We don't believe in legal marriage, so as far as the state and
the government is concerned, we are room mates. I know the agency he
works for won't pay relatives to do the care taking. So there may be a
similar program in your state that you could use and be able to stay
where you are living now. Hope this helps.
Doula



From fidano at comcast.net  Sat Nov  9 23:23:03 2019
From: fidano at comcast.net (fidano at comcast.net)
Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2019 15:23:03 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility
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References: <00c501d59722$7609e5a0$621db0e0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <002e01d59754$a2ce6520$e86b2f60$@comcast.net>

Verlyn,
Again, as others have commented.. not knowing all the facts...
I have had Type 1 for over 45 years, I have been totally blind since 1987.
I have lived totally alone the past 4.5 years, after a 30 yr marriage and
then bad divorce.
I use the Dexcom 5
The contour meter supplied by Dexcom....
Bot work via my iPhone 8
I use pens for my insulin and have created various ways to know when and
what I took.
I have a room I exercise in, walk my dog via the neighborhood, clean, cook,
garden.. and work within and outside my home, I use Lyft car for transport
as it is close, convenient and quick.

When I get in the downer dumps.. I often think moving to a apartment, condo
whatever and letting my baby go! What a self-destructive  thought is that?
If there is a will, there "has" to be a way!

So, I don't understand the 1 specific place you refer too, having to move to
and let your cat go,  or other related reasons for your concern?
I do encourage letting whomever, metatronics or Dexcom know of your  plight,
but..
I had a friend stop in when I first got my Dexcom, over 4 years ago and read
instructions, listen to videos and  been off and running with it.
I did need help w/setting up the meter they provided/Dexcom, but was using
prodigy prior and honestly... like the contour so much better! But does need
sighted assistance for  the setting up w/Bluetooth and you phone.
I know there are several apps as be my eyes and more that will offer camera
assistance in finding  info you might need? Codes etc.
But, if I get a sighted friend to read me the code on my transmitter when it
arrives in notes.. I have it when the time come to change.
I know some on this list have used their camera on phone.. so there are
multitudes of ways to make ones way forward .. and independently, as much as
one can.
Once again, forgive me for any comments  I made, unaware of other
disabilities or issues you might have.
	Tamera  

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Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 9, 2019 9:24 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility

Hi,

Please advise me as to the best direct ways to make an impact to get the
manufactures to make their CGM's and pumps accessible for all levels of
disabilities.

It has been suggested by my local Medtronic's representative that letters to
Medtronic CEO's would be the best contact.
She suggests this as they are the ones that make the decisions which
upcoming products to focus on. Obviously Medtronic's has many lines of
products in addition to their diabetic line.

Also, another concern I have is my continued care in regards to management
of my diabetes as I become unable to do so independently. My research thus
far has given me two options. 
One to train and hire assistance (which in reality is cost prohibited) or
move to a supportive care facility in Chicago. The later will not allow
occupants to have any other animal than a guide dog. I have had a cat for
several years which assists me in emotional support. This is verified by my
doctors.

Your comments and suggestions are appreciated,

Verlyn Baldwin
letsdanceintx at gmail.com


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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sun Nov 10 04:51:21 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Sat, 09 Nov 2019 23:51:21 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles
Message-ID: <1e44e479.51fd.42d5.90ee.ce5468555fff@samobile.net>

It is the cover that goes over the unit to keep it on.
I have the wrong name for it.
Also,
I did listen to two of the u tube vidios where I didn't learn much at 
all except how happy the folks were to have the g six.
On one the boy took his receiver and phone in the river.
The third one was from a lady in Australia.
I didn't finish with that.
The mom was writing down the codes but didn't say much about those.
The boys name was Henery.
He was eight at the time.

Original message:
> Dar,

> What strips? There are no strips for Dexcom.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2019 10:22 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] reading the articles

> I am not always for articls.
> The blind experience many things differently.
> Take it as a compliment.
> That is how I mean it.
> I did speak to the company yesterday when I asked them if it would be better
> to buy everything from them, they said no, it would be better to get it from
> the store.
> They will send me the free strips when I call and ask for them.
> I was to get an email from them but it didn't happen.
> That is fine.
> All wil work out.

> --
> --Dar
> skype: dmgina23
>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future

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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sun Nov 10 05:29:02 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Sun, 10 Nov 2019 00:29:02 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] future CGM and pump accessibility
Message-ID: <55c9ea5a.db9c.44a3.83d1.2abb39848c90@samobile.net>

You are in a tough spot.
I'm sorry you don't have anyone that could come in and help you.
The place you wish to look at, do they have nurses there who would help 
with your diabetic needs?
If so, even if it is hard, you would have to get rid of cat.
Feeling that your needs come first.

Original message:
> Hi,

> Please advise me as to the best direct ways to make an impact to get the
> manufactures to make their CGM's and pumps accessible for all levels of
> disabilities.

> It has been suggested by my local Medtronic's representative that letters to
> Medtronic CEO's would be the best contact.
> She suggests this as they are the ones that make the decisions which
> upcoming products to focus on. Obviously Medtronic's has many lines of
> products in addition to their diabetic line.

> Also, another concern I have is my continued care in regards to management
> of my diabetes as I become unable to do so independently. My research thus
> far has given me two options.
> One to train and hire assistance (which in reality is cost prohibited) or
> move to a supportive care facility in Chicago. The later will not allow
> occupants to have any other animal than a guide dog. I have had a cat for
> several years which assists me in emotional support. This is verified by my
> doctors.

> Your comments and suggestions are appreciated,

> Verlyn Baldwin
> letsdanceintx at gmail.com


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From letsdanceintx at gmail.com  Sun Nov 10 18:04:21 2019
From: letsdanceintx at gmail.com (Verlyn Baldwin)
Date: Sun, 10 Nov 2019 12:04:21 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] CGM and pump accessibility
Message-ID: <00ab01d597f1$47ee26c0$d7ca7440$@gmail.com>

Hello Everyone,

Thanks to all for your comments.
The comments assist me in having a better understanding of what has been
done to further the development of accessible equipment for the blind
diabetics.

I was attempting to keep my previous message short and to the point as in so
doing perhaps did not give enough detail as to my current and future
concerns.

I have had Type I for 55 years and been using a pump for 20 years. I have
been living for the last 7 years in a senior independent continuum care
community. I feel very blessed in the ability to do so. We have exercise
equipment and classes; transportation; a nurse 5 days a week and an optional
dining room to use.
I do cook and live independently. I use the Dexcom G5 with a Prodigy
glucometer. Just this past week I was trained on the Medtronic pump which
many of you are using. Switching over from the Animas has been a sad
occurrence but I will succeed!

I have family history of both Dementia and Depression. Therefore my concerns
are for the potential of no longer being able to cognitively manage my
diabetes. I don't wring my hands over this but feel it best to seek out
potentials while I still can.

My endocrinologist is wonderful yet she was not aware of the Medtronic
trade. I failed to thoroughly read the letter that was sent out by Animas.
When my doctor told me, "I don't know what to do.", I was quite devastated.
She said I can not use the pens as I am on so little insulin. Anyway, I
wasn't going to give up and found this NFB group.

What a blessing you all have been. 

I will continue to hold fast to the belief that through God's help and our
diligence we can overcome.

Blessings and Peace,

Verlyn




From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 11 14:36:16 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 08:36:16 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] CGM and pump accessibility
In-Reply-To: <00ab01d597f1$47ee26c0$d7ca7440$@gmail.com>
References: <00ab01d597f1$47ee26c0$d7ca7440$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <083801d5989d$606b9b90$2142d2b0$@gmail.com>

Verlyn,

Thank you for sharing more details of your situation. In your earlier
message, we did not have all the facts, so I appreciate having a fuller
understanding, making it easier to comment.

I started on the Deltech Cosmo pump and miss it. It was the best pump for
blind diabetics, in my opinion, in terms of easier work-arounds. But sadly,
the Cosmo was discontinued, and Deltech bought out. So, I switched to the
Animas Ping, which was the closest to the Cosmo. But as you know, Animas has
now stopped manufacturing pumps. Of the choicest available, the Medtronic
530G was the only pump with some work-arounds for blind diabetics. And it
stopped making the 530G. Those of us lucky enough to get one before the
deadline only have a couple of more years before we are left without a
warranty and no longer able to get supplies for the 530G. I doubt very much
in that time Medtronic or any other company will work on accessibility of
any kind for its pumps.

Veronica on the list has had success with the Omnipod in terms of
work-arounds, but I know it's been tedious at times for her. She can better
explain.

I will say, the insulin pens are completely able to be used by blind people.
Many have and do with great success. This is certainly an option.

Good luck with everything, and please continue to ask questions here.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 10, 2019 12:04 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] CGM and pump accessibility

Hello Everyone,

Thanks to all for your comments.
The comments assist me in having a better understanding of what has been
done to further the development of accessible equipment for the blind
diabetics.

I was attempting to keep my previous message short and to the point as in so
doing perhaps did not give enough detail as to my current and future
concerns.

I have had Type I for 55 years and been using a pump for 20 years. I have
been living for the last 7 years in a senior independent continuum care
community. I feel very blessed in the ability to do so. We have exercise
equipment and classes; transportation; a nurse 5 days a week and an optional
dining room to use.
I do cook and live independently. I use the Dexcom G5 with a Prodigy
glucometer. Just this past week I was trained on the Medtronic pump which
many of you are using. Switching over from the Animas has been a sad
occurrence but I will succeed!

I have family history of both Dementia and Depression. Therefore my concerns
are for the potential of no longer being able to cognitively manage my
diabetes. I don't wring my hands over this but feel it best to seek out
potentials while I still can.

My endocrinologist is wonderful yet she was not aware of the Medtronic
trade. I failed to thoroughly read the letter that was sent out by Animas.
When my doctor told me, "I don't know what to do.", I was quite devastated.
She said I can not use the pens as I am on so little insulin. Anyway, I
wasn't going to give up and found this NFB group.

What a blessing you all have been. 

I will continue to hold fast to the belief that through God's help and our
diligence we can overcome.

Blessings and Peace,

Verlyn


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From fidano at comcast.net  Mon Nov 11 17:25:21 2019
From: fidano at comcast.net (fidano at comcast.net)
Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 09:25:21 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] CGM and pump accessibility
In-Reply-To: <083801d5989d$606b9b90$2142d2b0$@gmail.com>
References: <00ab01d597f1$47ee26c0$d7ca7440$@gmail.com>
	<083801d5989d$606b9b90$2142d2b0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000a01d598b4$ff257dc0$fd707940$@comcast.net>

I use  a pen that offers me .5 units at a time. You might inquire further,
stating you take such little doses. I know the pumps offer fractions, but I
was on a pump 20 years ago, and since have used around 12 units of Lantus,
and now Tresiba for my Basal levels, and Humalog junior quick pen, but now
use Novolin Eco, which is a cartridge that  delivers .5 per click since my
insurance did not want to cover Humalog any longer.
Hope this helps!
	Tamera

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2019 6:36 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] CGM and pump accessibility

Verlyn,

Thank you for sharing more details of your situation. In your earlier
message, we did not have all the facts, so I appreciate having a fuller
understanding, making it easier to comment.

I started on the Deltech Cosmo pump and miss it. It was the best pump for
blind diabetics, in my opinion, in terms of easier work-arounds. But sadly,
the Cosmo was discontinued, and Deltech bought out. So, I switched to the
Animas Ping, which was the closest to the Cosmo. But as you know, Animas has
now stopped manufacturing pumps. Of the choicest available, the Medtronic
530G was the only pump with some work-arounds for blind diabetics. And it
stopped making the 530G. Those of us lucky enough to get one before the
deadline only have a couple of more years before we are left without a
warranty and no longer able to get supplies for the 530G. I doubt very much
in that time Medtronic or any other company will work on accessibility of
any kind for its pumps.

Veronica on the list has had success with the Omnipod in terms of
work-arounds, but I know it's been tedious at times for her. She can better
explain.

I will say, the insulin pens are completely able to be used by blind people.
Many have and do with great success. This is certainly an option.

Good luck with everything, and please continue to ask questions here.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 10, 2019 12:04 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] CGM and pump accessibility

Hello Everyone,

Thanks to all for your comments.
The comments assist me in having a better understanding of what has been
done to further the development of accessible equipment for the blind
diabetics.

I was attempting to keep my previous message short and to the point as in so
doing perhaps did not give enough detail as to my current and future
concerns.

I have had Type I for 55 years and been using a pump for 20 years. I have
been living for the last 7 years in a senior independent continuum care
community. I feel very blessed in the ability to do so. We have exercise
equipment and classes; transportation; a nurse 5 days a week and an optional
dining room to use.
I do cook and live independently. I use the Dexcom G5 with a Prodigy
glucometer. Just this past week I was trained on the Medtronic pump which
many of you are using. Switching over from the Animas has been a sad
occurrence but I will succeed!

I have family history of both Dementia and Depression. Therefore my concerns
are for the potential of no longer being able to cognitively manage my
diabetes. I don't wring my hands over this but feel it best to seek out
potentials while I still can.

My endocrinologist is wonderful yet she was not aware of the Medtronic
trade. I failed to thoroughly read the letter that was sent out by Animas.
When my doctor told me, "I don't know what to do.", I was quite devastated.
She said I can not use the pens as I am on so little insulin. Anyway, I
wasn't going to give up and found this NFB group.

What a blessing you all have been. 

I will continue to hold fast to the belief that through God's help and our
diligence we can overcome.

Blessings and Peace,

Verlyn


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From joystigile at gmail.com  Tue Nov 12 04:35:30 2019
From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com)
Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 20:35:30 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <002001d5955b$c2153530$463f9f90$@gmail.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>	<000201d5952d$16012b60$42038220$@gmail.com>
	<002001d5955b$c2153530$463f9f90$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <01b601d59912$9e5884c0$db098e40$@gmail.com>

Hi Gary,
When I was paying with cash and on automatic reorder I was given a discount.
The cost of the sensors was $292 a month from Dexcom but, I found the
transmitters were dramatically less in cost at the Costco pharmacy!    I
have not purchased a transmitter since April,  I am not sure of the exact
cost but it was around $30, for the 90 day transmitter.   
Now, Medicare covers the cost and I have not received a bill for the
difference yet.  Veronica said it would be around $54 a month for the
supplies.
Warmly, Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 3:09 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Joy, what's  the accurate price that your paying for the dexcom g6 out of
curiosity.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Joy
Stigile via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 9:35 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: joystigile at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Hello!
Please stop spreading rumors on this list!  I purchased Dexcom G6 sensors
and transmitters this summer at my local Costco store and I even mentioned
the accurate price to you all!  If you are not using the Dexcom G6 please,
please do not answer these questions!
Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 5:42 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Tue Nov 12 04:49:10 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (Gary-melconian)
Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 20:49:10 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <01b601d59912$9e5884c0$db098e40$@gmail.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>
	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>
	<000201d5952d$16012b60$42038220$@gmail.com>
	<002001d5955b$c2153530$463f9f90$@gmail.com>
	<01b601d59912$9e5884c0$db098e40$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <16e5df1ad70.283b.76f7706a0d51902714afda849d7cf02f@gmail.com>

Thanks very much.


On November 11, 2019 8:35:33 PM joystigile at gmail.com wrote:

> Hi Gary,
> When I was paying with cash and on automatic reorder I was given a discount.
> The cost of the sensors was $292 a month from Dexcom but, I found the
> transmitters were dramatically less in cost at the Costco pharmacy!    I
> have not purchased a transmitter since April,  I am not sure of the exact
> cost but it was around $30, for the 90 day transmitter.
> Now, Medicare covers the cost and I have not received a bill for the
> difference yet.  Veronica said it would be around $54 a month for the
> supplies.
> Warmly, Joy
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
> gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 3:09 AM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>
> Joy, what's  the accurate price that your paying for the dexcom g6 out of
> curiosity.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Joy
> Stigile via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 9:35 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: joystigile at gmail.com
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>
> Hello!
> Please stop spreading rumors on this list!  I purchased Dexcom G6 sensors
> and transmitters this summer at my local Costco store and I even mentioned
> the accurate price to you all!  If you are not using the Dexcom G6 please,
> please do not answer these questions!
> Joy
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
> Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 5:42 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>
> Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
> sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
> contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
> you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
> days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
> the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
> a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 7:18 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
>
> out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
> $400 the machine is $295.
> You get three cencers in a kit.
> Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
> I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
> How did you get around that.
> Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
> my medicines over there.
> Just some thoughts.
>
> --
> --Dar
> skype: dmgina23
>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future
>
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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Tue Nov 12 12:31:17 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2019 06:31:17 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost
In-Reply-To: <01b601d59912$9e5884c0$db098e40$@gmail.com>
References: <c141715c.272e.478b.bf7d.e00a6b08e0dd@samobile.net>	<01cc01d5950c$7dc61f60$79525e20$@gmail.com>	<000201d5952d$16012b60$42038220$@gmail.com>	<002001d5955b$c2153530$463f9f90$@gmail.com>
	<01b601d59912$9e5884c0$db098e40$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <00d201d59955$153a2660$3fae7320$@gmail.com>

I just received a one month supply of sensors and a new transmitter, and I
was charged $50.22.  I am on the Humana Advantage Gold plan right now, but
I'll be switching to Aetna's Prime plan in January.

					Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Joy
Stigile via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2019 10:36 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: joystigile at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Hi Gary,
When I was paying with cash and on automatic reorder I was given a discount.
The cost of the sensors was $292 a month from Dexcom but, I found the
transmitters were dramatically less in cost at the Costco pharmacy!    I
have not purchased a transmitter since April,  I am not sure of the exact
cost but it was around $30, for the 90 day transmitter.   
Now, Medicare covers the cost and I have not received a bill for the
difference yet.  Veronica said it would be around $54 a month for the
supplies.
Warmly, Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 3:09 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Joy, what's  the accurate price that your paying for the dexcom g6 out of
curiosity.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Joy
Stigile via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 9:35 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: joystigile at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Hello!
Please stop spreading rumors on this list!  I purchased Dexcom G6 sensors
and transmitters this summer at my local Costco store and I even mentioned
the accurate price to you all!  If you are not using the Dexcom G6 please,
please do not answer these questions!
Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 5:42 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

Do you know for a fact that Walgreens will supply Dexcom? With the G6, a
sensor lasts 14 days, I believe. With the G5 it only lasts 7 days. I would
contact Walgreens and specifically ask if it will supply Dexcom sensors for
you. You also need the transmittors. So, you use a sensor which lasts 14
days, the transmitter which attaches to the sensor and lasts 3 months, and
the receiver, which looks like an iPhone that reads glucose output and lasts
a year. But again, the receiver is completely inaccessible for blind people.

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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] cost

out of cost for the dex com g six for me not the machine with it is
$400 the machine is $295.
You get three cencers in a kit.
Is this so, and I will have to see if my insurance will cover some of this.
I sure couldn't pay $400 every month, if a cencer lasts a week.
How did you get around that.
Wall greens said that I should get wallmart to get this since I get all of
my medicines over there.
Just some thoughts.

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From letsdanceintx at gmail.com  Wed Nov 13 05:20:15 2019
From: letsdanceintx at gmail.com (Verlyn Baldwin)
Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2019 23:20:15 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Paradigm 530
Message-ID: <000001d599e2$08a5a630$19f0f290$@gmail.com>

Hello to all the pumpers out there,

For those of you using the Paradigm 530 have you been told by a reliable
source that Medtronic is completely out of this model? In other words, if
our pump breaks there are no replacements.

My local representative gave me this information last week.

Verlyn 




From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Wed Nov 13 13:57:09 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2019 07:57:09 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Paradigm 530
In-Reply-To: <000001d599e2$08a5a630$19f0f290$@gmail.com>
References: <000001d599e2$08a5a630$19f0f290$@gmail.com>
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Verlyn,

As I said before, yes, this is true for anyone with a Medtronic 530G without
a warranty. Last October, we had a deadline to order the 530G if we wanted
it with a 4 year warranty. After this date, a few people were able to still
get it. But Medtronic stopped making this model, and any they still have is
for those of us with warranties in case they need to be replaced. After our
warranties are up however, we will be SOL too. Sorry for this news.

Bridgit

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Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 11:20 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Paradigm 530

Hello to all the pumpers out there,

For those of you using the Paradigm 530 have you been told by a reliable
source that Medtronic is completely out of this model? In other words, if
our pump breaks there are no replacements.

My local representative gave me this information last week.

Verlyn 


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From etscrivani at verizon.net  Wed Nov 13 15:34:44 2019
From: etscrivani at verizon.net (Eileen Scrivani)
Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2019 10:34:44 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Paradigm 530
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References: <000001d599e2$08a5a630$19f0f290$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <886A24903B3F4812A619F7213BAA782E@eileen>

Hi Verlyn,

It is true that Medtronic discontinued the Paradigm pumps last fall. If you have been using a Medtronic pump which I think you said previously that you are using one of their pumps, I?d try giving the Medtronic 800 number a call and discuss your situation with a representative. At minimum you will at least be making them well aware that there are many of us without vision using Medtronic pumps and they need to make it a priority to get a working pump on the market for us. It might also help to get your diabetic doctor involved and going to bat for you with the rep his/her office deals with.

Good luck.

Eileen

From: Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk 
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2019 12:20 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org 
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin 
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Paradigm 530

Hello to all the pumpers out there,

For those of you using the Paradigm 530 have you been told by a reliable
source that Medtronic is completely out of this model? In other words, if
our pump breaks there are no replacements.

My local representative gave me this information last week.

Verlyn 


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From letsdanceintx at gmail.com  Fri Nov 15 05:21:35 2019
From: letsdanceintx at gmail.com (Verlyn Baldwin)
Date: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 23:21:35 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
Message-ID: <018201d59b74$8cfead30$a6fc0790$@gmail.com>

Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to give up
pump use and go to the insulin pens.

After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made the
correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and relieved to have
come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one to make.

My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want to
learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February forward not
knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of luck and have to go
to the pens anyway.

One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her husband and
daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the attendees go a
week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently all goes quite well
during this week.
She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was last
using a long acting prior to 2000.

I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the Dexcom
this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

As always I welcome any comments .,

Verlyn Baldwin




From etscrivani at verizon.net  Fri Nov 15 16:25:40 2019
From: etscrivani at verizon.net (Eileen Scrivani)
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 11:25:40 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <018201d59b74$8cfead30$a6fc0790$@gmail.com>
References: <018201d59b74$8cfead30$a6fc0790$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <D2819566D050437696E94D519FE7812F@eileen>

Verlyn,

I?m sorry to hear that you had to choose going back onto using pens rather than continuing on the pump. Its an individual decision and you need to do what is best for you. So good luck with using the insulin pens. I hope that there will be another pump that comes onto the market that we will all be able to use at some point.

Eileen

From: Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk 
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 12:21 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org 
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin 
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to give up
pump use and go to the insulin pens.

After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made the
correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and relieved to have
come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one to make.

My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want to
learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February forward not
knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of luck and have to go
to the pens anyway.

One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her husband and
daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the attendees go a
week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently all goes quite well
during this week.
She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was last
using a long acting prior to 2000.

I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the Dexcom
this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

As always I welcome any comments .,

Verlyn Baldwin


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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Sat Nov 16 00:47:10 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 16:47:10 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <018201d59b74$8cfead30$a6fc0790$@gmail.com>
References: <018201d59b74$8cfead30$a6fc0790$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <004f01d59c17$612d7e90$23887bb0$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Hi Verlyn. Please let us know how it goes as we could all be facing the
exact same possibility. 
The big thing for me is how to handle eating in public or correcting a high.
So as far as I'm concerned, you're the trail blazer now. <grin.>
I applaud you for making a decision that makes sense for you. There's no
right or wrong here. Please keep in touch.
Veronica


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Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2019 9:22 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to give up
pump use and go to the insulin pens.

After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made the
correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and relieved to have
come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one to make.

My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want to
learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February forward not
knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of luck and have to go
to the pens anyway.

One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her husband and
daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the attendees go a
week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently all goes quite well
during this week.
She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was last
using a long acting prior to 2000.

I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the Dexcom
this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

As always I welcome any comments .,

Verlyn Baldwin


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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sat Nov 16 01:39:08 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 20:39:08 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
Message-ID: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to give up
> pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made the
> correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and relieved to have
> come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one to make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want to
> learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February forward not
> knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of luck and have to go
> to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her husband and
> daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the attendees go a
> week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently all goes quite well
> during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was last
> using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the Dexcom
> this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 02:27:57 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 20:27:57 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sat Nov 16 02:35:47 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 21:35:47 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
Message-ID: <bf85874c.bf31.4c59.ac41.06b482dfa6fa@samobile.net>

I am under the adult children what ever, so I am under her medicare.
I should get it again in six weeks miss placed the card.

Original message:
> Dar,

> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
> your own Medicare

> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

> Bridgit
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> I am using the pins,
> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
> Wishing you the best.

> Original message:
>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to
>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made
>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and
>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one to
> make.

>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want
>> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February
>> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of
>> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her
>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the
>> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently
>> all goes quite well during this week.
>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was
>> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the
>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>> Verlyn Baldwin


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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Sat Nov 16 03:43:16 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 22:43:16 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>
	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 04:12:59 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 22:12:59 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>
	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sat Nov 16 04:43:30 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 23:43:30 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
Message-ID: <88778b5f.2918.42ce.96c1.cf6e904038d0@samobile.net>

I am getting my mothers social security,
I am 67 don't wish to work now, unless something could be done from home.

Original message:
> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
> under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
> father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
> child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
> security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
> career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
> question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
> becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
> for the rehab people to help her sort out.

> Jeanette

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> Dar,

> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
> your own Medicare

> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

> Bridgit
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> I am using the pins,
> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
> Wishing you the best.

> Original message:
>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to
>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made
>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and
>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one to
> make.

>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want
>> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February
>> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of
>> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her
>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the
>> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently
>> all goes quite well during this week.
>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was
>> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the
>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>> Verlyn Baldwin


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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sat Nov 16 04:46:37 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 23:46:37 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
Message-ID: <d41304e5.4318.4db1.8963.f4ecbd471049@samobile.net>

Social security could put me on medicare, then I would lose my money 
and have nothing.
I was told I am better to stay where I am.
So I dropped it.
I didn't make enough hours working to get on SSDI.
Jim has to many assets for me to get more money.
I guess each state is different.
But this is medicare.

Original message:
> I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
> However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
> for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
> aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
> knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
> for people who need them.

> However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
> Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
> for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
> Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
> if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
> under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
> father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
> child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
> security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
> career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
> question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
> becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
> for the rehab people to help her sort out.

> Jeanette

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> Dar,

> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
> your own Medicare

> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

> Bridgit
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> I am using the pins,
> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
> Wishing you the best.

> Original message:
>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to
>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made
>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and
>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one
>> to
> make.

>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want
>> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February
>> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of
>> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her
>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the
>> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently
>> all goes quite well during this week.
>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was
>> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the
>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>> Verlyn Baldwin


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From pratikp1 at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 16:15:11 2019
From: pratikp1 at gmail.com (Pratik Patel)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 11:15:11 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2 diabetes
 /blood pressure
Message-ID: <009a01d59c99$061de710$1259b530$@gmail.com>

Hello all,
 
My mother has had type 2 diabetes for many years. She also has had high
blood pressure for as many years. Until now, she has been able to manage her
diabetes and blood pressure by using devices provided by her insurance. She
is going blind and I will need to assist her with this process. I'm blind
myself. 
 
I have been reading and searching for solutions that could be helpful to us.
This includes the writings at afb.org as well as other places. I've also
talked with several people via social media. I'm trying to get as much
information as I can regarding accessible equipment. I know about the
Prodigy blood glucose monitor and the Dexcom. While I'm not sure whether my
mother's insurance will cover either of these products, we are going to
attempt it, though the Dexcom G6 may be overkill for her and is not likely
to be allowed by her insurance. I know that this list does not deal with
blood pressure monitoring directly. Since blood pressure monitoring could
often be connected with diabetes, I thought I'd ask. It seems to be the most
difficult category of products for which to find information. At an early
glance, it appears that there aren't many choices (if any) for an accessible
blood pressure monitor that is relatively accurate. 
 
If any of you have information about other accessible products, I would be
grateful to you for sharing it. I read about a blood pressure monitor that
could be connected to iPhones and has an accessible app. From the reviews,
however, the monitor's accuracy is questionable. Any other information you
can provide would be helpful.
 
Thank you in advance for your help.
 
Regards,
 
Pratik
 
 


From cindyray at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 19:16:05 2019
From: cindyray at gmail.com (cindyray at gmail.com)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 13:16:05 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <88778b5f.2918.42ce.96c1.cf6e904038d0@samobile.net>
References: <88778b5f.2918.42ce.96c1.cf6e904038d0@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <00a101d59cb2$4bccc380$e3664a80$@gmail.com>

She couldn't get SSDI, and maybe not Medicare either, if she hasn't worked
the requisite number of quarters. If you have Medicare, I think you cannot
lose it. I think you were maybe referring to Medicaid.
Cindy Lou


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 10:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am getting my mothers social security, I am 67 don't wish to work now,
unless something could be done from home.

Original message:
> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get 
> it under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a 
> child my father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an 
> adult disabled child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would 
> not lose my social security disability. I did eventually land on my 
> feet, having a good working career and earned my own social security, 
> but I know Dar is right. The real question is, is she getting the 
> support she needs so she can work if a job becomes possible for her, 
> and can she get on her own disability. But that is for the rehab people to
help her sort out.

> Jeanette

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
> Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> Dar,

> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to 
> be your own Medicare

> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

> Bridgit
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> I am using the pins,
> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
> Wishing you the best.

> Original message:
>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
>> to
> make.

>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
>> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
>> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
>> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
>> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
>> all goes quite well during this week.
>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I 
>> was last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>> Verlyn Baldwin


>> _______________________________________________
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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Sat Nov 16 19:23:29 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 14:23:29 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>
	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>
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Bridgit, it is my understanding that if you qualify under your mother's or
father's the likelihood is that you don't have enough quarters to qualify
under your own. At least that was how it was with SSDI and until I worked I
did have Medicare. Once I had accumulated enough quarters of my own I never
qualified under anyone else's. 
Had I not been in that situation I would not have known either, and when I
had this it was quite a number of years ago. I don't know what the most
current program of this kind is, but I do know that many people working in
SSDI and SSA don't recommend the program. When I got in, it was because our
insurance agent knew about it and recommended we check it out. And, for the
record, had I not been on such a program I would  have assumed Dar misspoke
as well. Since you are always careful to present accurate information, I for
one didn't think you were challenging or speaking out of turn. I appreciate
your knowledge and value what you have contributed to the list.

Jeanette
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 11:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From doula.jarboe at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 20:19:34 2019
From: doula.jarboe at gmail.com (Doula Jarboe)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 13:19:34 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
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References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>
	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>
	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>
	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>
	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>
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 I am on SSDi as a disabled adult child through my father. That means
that I get a certain amount of money through sSDI as well as
qualifiying for Medicare. The claim number for my medicare is my
father's social securtion number, not my own, and I think this is what
Dar is referring to. To do anything with my Medicare I need my
medicare number which involves his SSN. And yes, I am able to get the
Dexcom covered by my Medicare. I hope this clears things up.
Doula



From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 21:26:13 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 15:26:13 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <d41304e5.4318.4db1.8963.f4ecbd471049@samobile.net>
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Message-ID: <00de01d59cc4$79c367f0$6d4a37d0$@gmail.com>

Medicare is a federal program. Medicaid is a state program. Nonetheless,
understand.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 10:47 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Social security could put me on medicare, then I would lose my money and
have nothing.
I was told I am better to stay where I am.
So I dropped it.
I didn't make enough hours working to get on SSDI.
Jim has to many assets for me to get more money.
I guess each state is different.
But this is medicare.

Original message:
> I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar
misspoke.
> However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people 
> apply for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other 
> things, was not aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's 
> Medicare. Not that he knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad 
> there are programs available for people who need them.

> However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own 
> Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can 
> qualify for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Jeanette Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a 
> parent's coverage if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 
> 2019 9:43 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get 
> it under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a 
> child my father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an 
> adult disabled child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would 
> not lose my social security disability. I did eventually land on my 
> feet, having a good working career and earned my own social security, 
> but I know Dar is right. The real question is, is she getting the 
> support she needs so she can work if a job becomes possible for her, 
> and can she get on her own disability. But that is for the rehab people to
help her sort out.

> Jeanette

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
> Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> Dar,

> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to 
> be your own Medicare

> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

> Bridgit
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> I am using the pins,
> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
> Wishing you the best.

> Original message:
>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
>> to
> make.

>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
>> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
>> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
>> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
>> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
>> all goes quite well during this week.
>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I 
>> was last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>> Verlyn Baldwin


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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 21:29:02 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 15:29:02 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
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	<00a101d59cb2$4bccc380$e3664a80$@gmail.com>
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But don't adult disabled people qualify for SSI even if not SSDI?

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Cindy
Ray via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:16 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: cindyray at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

She couldn't get SSDI, and maybe not Medicare either, if she hasn't worked
the requisite number of quarters. If you have Medicare, I think you cannot
lose it. I think you were maybe referring to Medicaid.
Cindy Lou


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 10:44 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am getting my mothers social security, I am 67 don't wish to work now,
unless something could be done from home.

Original message:
> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get 
> it under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a 
> child my father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an 
> adult disabled child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would 
> not lose my social security disability. I did eventually land on my 
> feet, having a good working career and earned my own social security, 
> but I know Dar is right. The real question is, is she getting the 
> support she needs so she can work if a job becomes possible for her, 
> and can she get on her own disability. But that is for the rehab 
> people to
help her sort out.

> Jeanette

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
> Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> Dar,

> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to 
> be your own Medicare

> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

> Bridgit
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> I am using the pins,
> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
> Wishing you the best.

> Original message:
>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
>> to
> make.

>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
>> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
>> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
>> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
>> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
>> all goes quite well during this week.
>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I 
>> was last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>> Verlyn Baldwin


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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 21:31:52 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 15:31:52 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>
	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <00e501d59cc5$43b2f670$cb18e350$@gmail.com>

Janette,

No, not at all challenging any of this. Just trying to better understand
something I've never heard of. I understand that to qualify for SSDI, one
has to have worked a certain amount. But don't disabled adults regardless
qualify for SSI? I know several blind people on SSI who have not worked
enough for SSDI but still qualify for SSI.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
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Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:23 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, it is my understanding that if you qualify under your mother's or
father's the likelihood is that you don't have enough quarters to qualify
under your own. At least that was how it was with SSDI and until I worked I
did have Medicare. Once I had accumulated enough quarters of my own I never
qualified under anyone else's. 
Had I not been in that situation I would not have known either, and when I
had this it was quite a number of years ago. I don't know what the most
current program of this kind is, but I do know that many people working in
SSDI and SSA don't recommend the program. When I got in, it was because our
insurance agent knew about it and recommended we check it out. And, for the
record, had I not been on such a program I would  have assumed Dar misspoke
as well. Since you are always careful to present accurate information, I for
one didn't think you were challenging or speaking out of turn. I appreciate
your knowledge and value what you have contributed to the list.

Jeanette
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 11:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 21:36:24 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 15:36:24 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2
 diabetes /blood pressure
In-Reply-To: <009a01d59c99$061de710$1259b530$@gmail.com>
References: <009a01d59c99$061de710$1259b530$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <015c01d59cc5$e5a27fa0$b0e77ee0$@gmail.com>

Hi Pratik!  I ordered a talking blood pressure monitor from Amazon.  There
are a ton of options for them, so I chose one with a good rating.  Also, my
doctor said to only get the arm cuff kind and not the newer wrist cuffs.  I
ordered the Choice MMed that was $24.99.  It is pretty accurate  according
to the visiting nurse that came to visit me.  I chose this particular model,
since it has a large screen readout, since my son has low vision and likes
to check his BP at times.  

I use the Prodigy meter along with the Dexcom.  I also have a talking
bathroom scale from Amazon.

Most of us on this site also use the free Seeing AI app on our phones.  It
is very helpful for reading mail, prescription bottles, food labels, etc.
It also reads product codes and has a money and color detector feature.  I
love this app.  Like I said, it is a free download from the App store.  I
think it is for both types of phones, but it might just be for the iPhone.

What other things might you and your mom need to help her remain
independent?

						Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Pratik
Patel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 10:15 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Pratik Patel <pratikp1 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2 diabetes
/blood pressure

Hello all,
 
My mother has had type 2 diabetes for many years. She also has had high
blood pressure for as many years. Until now, she has been able to manage her
diabetes and blood pressure by using devices provided by her insurance. She
is going blind and I will need to assist her with this process. I'm blind
myself. 
 
I have been reading and searching for solutions that could be helpful to us.
This includes the writings at afb.org as well as other places. I've also
talked with several people via social media. I'm trying to get as much
information as I can regarding accessible equipment. I know about the
Prodigy blood glucose monitor and the Dexcom. While I'm not sure whether my
mother's insurance will cover either of these products, we are going to
attempt it, though the Dexcom G6 may be overkill for her and is not likely
to be allowed by her insurance. I know that this list does not deal with
blood pressure monitoring directly. Since blood pressure monitoring could
often be connected with diabetes, I thought I'd ask. It seems to be the most
difficult category of products for which to find information. At an early
glance, it appears that there aren't many choices (if any) for an accessible
blood pressure monitor that is relatively accurate. 
 
If any of you have information about other accessible products, I would be
grateful to you for sharing it. I read about a blood pressure monitor that
could be connected to iPhones and has an accessible app. From the reviews,
however, the monitor's accuracy is questionable. Any other information you
can provide would be helpful.
 
Thank you in advance for your help.
 
Regards,
 
Pratik
 
 
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 21:36:36 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 15:36:36 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <CAOZMXTk-iJQhg9ysp-ODPE9_Z12cK46K59h-S1Jfe80XModdKA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>
	<CAOZMXTk-iJQhg9ysp-ODPE9_Z12cK46K59h-S1Jfe80XModdKA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <00e901d59cc5$ecb06050$c61120f0$@gmail.com>

Do mean SSI or SSDI? SSDI is social security disability income, which you
qualify for if you've worked a certain number of hours and paid taxes into
the system. SSI is social security income for disabled people regardless of
work history.

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Doula
Jarboe via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 2:20 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Doula Jarboe <doula.jarboe at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

 I am on SSDi as a disabled adult child through my father. That means that I
get a certain amount of money through sSDI as well as qualifiying for
Medicare. The claim number for my medicare is my father's social securtion
number, not my own, and I think this is what Dar is referring to. To do
anything with my Medicare I need my medicare number which involves his SSN.
And yes, I am able to get the Dexcom covered by my Medicare. I hope this
clears things up.
Doula

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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 21:41:23 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 15:41:23 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <00e501d59cc5$43b2f670$cb18e350$@gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>
	<00e501d59cc5$43b2f670$cb18e350$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <016b01d59cc6$97f919c0$c7eb4d40$@gmail.com>

SSI is income based, so only those eligible for Medicaid, not Medicare can
get it.  To be eligible for Medicaid or even the "Extra help" they offer
through Medicare, one can only have $2000 in resources.  

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 3:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Janette,

No, not at all challenging any of this. Just trying to better understand
something I've never heard of. I understand that to qualify for SSDI, one
has to have worked a certain amount. But don't disabled adults regardless
qualify for SSI? I know several blind people on SSI who have not worked
enough for SSDI but still qualify for SSI.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:23 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, it is my understanding that if you qualify under your mother's or
father's the likelihood is that you don't have enough quarters to qualify
under your own. At least that was how it was with SSDI and until I worked I
did have Medicare. Once I had accumulated enough quarters of my own I never
qualified under anyone else's. 
Had I not been in that situation I would not have known either, and when I
had this it was quite a number of years ago. I don't know what the most
current program of this kind is, but I do know that many people working in
SSDI and SSA don't recommend the program. When I got in, it was because our
insurance agent knew about it and recommended we check it out. And, for the
record, had I not been on such a program I would  have assumed Dar misspoke
as well. Since you are always careful to present accurate information, I for
one didn't think you were challenging or speaking out of turn. I appreciate
your knowledge and value what you have contributed to the list.

Jeanette
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 11:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From doula.jarboe at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 21:44:15 2019
From: doula.jarboe at gmail.com (Doula Jarboe)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 14:44:15 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <CAOZMXTk-iJQhg9ysp-ODPE9_Z12cK46K59h-S1Jfe80XModdKA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>
	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>
	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>
	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>
	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>
	<CAOZMXTk-iJQhg9ysp-ODPE9_Z12cK46K59h-S1Jfe80XModdKA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAOZMXTm6Ht0SiW7CTNH97fE9fM1Jx7Sy-qWWRQ7PdRHMGEDeEA@mail.gmail.com>

 I believe depending on other income you can qualify for both. As a
disabled adult child, you receive SSDi, whereas sSI if your income is
low enough you can qualify for yrself. I'm on both 'medicare and
Medicaid, because my income through sSDI is low enough to qualify for
Medicaid. Which covers things like copays that Medicare doesn't cover.
Hope this helps.



From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Sat Nov 16 21:53:56 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 16:53:56 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <00e501d59cc5$43b2f670$cb18e350$@gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>
	<00e501d59cc5$43b2f670$cb18e350$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <022401d59cc8$5a200da0$0e6028e0$@neo.rr.com>

Hi,

SSDI, you must have worked a minimum of 20 quarters or 5 years
SSI is based on the State that you live in and their income level to qualify
or not.

Rick


-----Original Message-----
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Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 4:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Janette,

No, not at all challenging any of this. Just trying to better understand
something I've never heard of. I understand that to qualify for SSDI, one
has to have worked a certain amount. But don't disabled adults regardless
qualify for SSI? I know several blind people on SSI who have not worked
enough for SSDI but still qualify for SSI.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:23 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, it is my understanding that if you qualify under your mother's or
father's the likelihood is that you don't have enough quarters to qualify
under your own. At least that was how it was with SSDI and until I worked I
did have Medicare. Once I had accumulated enough quarters of my own I never
qualified under anyone else's. 
Had I not been in that situation I would not have known either, and when I
had this it was quite a number of years ago. I don't know what the most
current program of this kind is, but I do know that many people working in
SSDI and SSA don't recommend the program. When I got in, it was because our
insurance agent knew about it and recommended we check it out. And, for the
record, had I not been on such a program I would  have assumed Dar misspoke
as well. Since you are always careful to present accurate information, I for
one didn't think you were challenging or speaking out of turn. I appreciate
your knowledge and value what you have contributed to the list.

Jeanette
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 11:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 22:07:33 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 16:07:33 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <CAOZMXTm6Ht0SiW7CTNH97fE9fM1Jx7Sy-qWWRQ7PdRHMGEDeEA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>	<CAOZMXTk-iJQhg9ysp-ODPE9_Z12cK46K59h-S1Jfe80XModdKA@mail.gmail.com>
	<CAOZMXTm6Ht0SiW7CTNH97fE9fM1Jx7Sy-qWWRQ7PdRHMGEDeEA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <017601d59cca$3fa85160$bef8f420$@gmail.com>

Correct.  SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income and only those with
limited income or resources are eligible for it.  Those eligible for SSI are
also eligible for Medicaid and Food stamps.  I don't know how much one
receives in SSI, since I haven't been eligible for it since I started
working in 1990.  Eligibility guidelines and more information are found on
www.ssa.gov or just Google supplemental security income.

					Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Doula
Jarboe via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 3:44 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Doula Jarboe <doula.jarboe at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

 I believe depending on other income you can qualify for both. As a disabled
adult child, you receive SSDi, whereas sSI if your income is low enough you
can qualify for yrself. I'm on both 'medicare and Medicaid, because my
income through sSDI is low enough to qualify for Medicaid. Which covers
things like copays that Medicare doesn't cover.
Hope this helps.

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From bernienfb75 at gmail.com  Sat Nov 16 23:06:09 2019
From: bernienfb75 at gmail.com (Bernadette Jacobs)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 18:06:09 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>
	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>
	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>
	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>
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Oh no Bridget.  We are definitely talking about Medicare.  My husband
and I are doing that with our son David as he has just turned 18.  But
he does have other extenuating circumstances which warrant  this
action.

Bern

On 11/15/19, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
<diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
> However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
> for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
> aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
> knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs
> available
> for people who need them.
>
> However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
> Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
> for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?
>
> Bridgit
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
> Jeanette
> Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's
> coverage
> if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
>
> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
> under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
> father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
> child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
> security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good
> working
> career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
> question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
> becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that
> is
> for the rehab people to help her sort out.
>
> Jeanette
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
>
> Dar,
>
> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
> your own Medicare
>
> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.
>
> Bridgit
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m
> gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.
>
> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.
>
> Bridgit
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
>
> I am using the pins,
> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
> Wishing you the best.
>
> Original message:
>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to
>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.
>
>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made
>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and
>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one
>> to
> make.
>
>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want
>> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February
>> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of
>> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.
>
>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her
>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the
>> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently
>> all goes quite well during this week.
>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was
>> last using a long acting prior to 2000.
>
>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the
>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.
>
>> As always I welcome any comments .,
>
>> Verlyn Baldwin
>
>
>> _______________________________________________
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>> sero.net
>
> --
> --Dar
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From cindyray at gmail.com  Sun Nov 17 03:29:39 2019
From: cindyray at gmail.com (cindyray at gmail.com)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 21:29:39 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
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	<00e501d59cc5$43b2f670$cb18e350$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <015901d59cf7$3f1da420$bd58ec60$@gmail.com>

SSI has nothing to do with how much you have worked; it has to do more with
your income.
Cindy Lou


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 3:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Janette,

No, not at all challenging any of this. Just trying to better understand
something I've never heard of. I understand that to qualify for SSDI, one
has to have worked a certain amount. But don't disabled adults regardless
qualify for SSI? I know several blind people on SSI who have not worked
enough for SSDI but still qualify for SSI.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:23 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, it is my understanding that if you qualify under your mother's or
father's the likelihood is that you don't have enough quarters to qualify
under your own. At least that was how it was with SSDI and until I worked I
did have Medicare. Once I had accumulated enough quarters of my own I never
qualified under anyone else's. 
Had I not been in that situation I would not have known either, and when I
had this it was quite a number of years ago. I don't know what the most
current program of this kind is, but I do know that many people working in
SSDI and SSA don't recommend the program. When I got in, it was because our
insurance agent knew about it and recommended we check it out. And, for the
record, had I not been on such a program I would  have assumed Dar misspoke
as well. Since you are always careful to present accurate information, I for
one didn't think you were challenging or speaking out of turn. I appreciate
your knowledge and value what you have contributed to the list.

Jeanette
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 11:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Sun Nov 17 03:47:48 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 22:47:48 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
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I never said SSI, I said SSDI. I apologize for the confusion.

Jeanette

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Cindy Ray via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 10:30 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: cindyray at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

SSI has nothing to do with how much you have worked; it has to do more with
your income.
Cindy Lou


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 3:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Janette,

No, not at all challenging any of this. Just trying to better understand
something I've never heard of. I understand that to qualify for SSDI, one
has to have worked a certain amount. But don't disabled adults regardless
qualify for SSI? I know several blind people on SSI who have not worked
enough for SSDI but still qualify for SSI.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
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Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:23 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, it is my understanding that if you qualify under your mother's or
father's the likelihood is that you don't have enough quarters to qualify
under your own. At least that was how it was with SSDI and until I worked I
did have Medicare. Once I had accumulated enough quarters of my own I never
qualified under anyone else's. 
Had I not been in that situation I would not have known either, and when I
had this it was quite a number of years ago. I don't know what the most
current program of this kind is, but I do know that many people working in
SSDI and SSA don't recommend the program. When I got in, it was because our
insurance agent knew about it and recommended we check it out. And, for the
record, had I not been on such a program I would  have assumed Dar misspoke
as well. Since you are always careful to present accurate information, I for
one didn't think you were challenging or speaking out of turn. I appreciate
your knowledge and value what you have contributed to the list.

Jeanette
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 11:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Sun Nov 17 03:59:34 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 22:59:34 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
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Bridgit, As I understand it, no. In the states where I have lived you only
got SSI either if your social security was low enough to put you under a
certain poverty level, or if you didn't qualify for any social security for
whatever reasons. I don't remember the logistics, but I do remember that I
didn't at one point get enough social security, didn't have a job, and I got
SSI. It's tricky because the rules for both programs are different, and if
you end up qualifying for both you can end up in over-payment city and have
to pay back many dollars. I do not know whether all blind people can
potentially qualify for SSI or all the rules that qualify any of us.

Jeanette  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 4:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Janette,

No, not at all challenging any of this. Just trying to better understand
something I've never heard of. I understand that to qualify for SSDI, one
has to have worked a certain amount. But don't disabled adults regardless
qualify for SSI? I know several blind people on SSI who have not worked
enough for SSDI but still qualify for SSI.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:23 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, it is my understanding that if you qualify under your mother's or
father's the likelihood is that you don't have enough quarters to qualify
under your own. At least that was how it was with SSDI and until I worked I
did have Medicare. Once I had accumulated enough quarters of my own I never
qualified under anyone else's. 
Had I not been in that situation I would not have known either, and when I
had this it was quite a number of years ago. I don't know what the most
current program of this kind is, but I do know that many people working in
SSDI and SSA don't recommend the program. When I got in, it was because our
insurance agent knew about it and recommended we check it out. And, for the
record, had I not been on such a program I would  have assumed Dar misspoke
as well. Since you are always careful to present accurate information, I for
one didn't think you were challenging or speaking out of turn. I appreciate
your knowledge and value what you have contributed to the list.

Jeanette
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 11:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sun Nov 17 06:21:38 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 00:21:38 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <CAOZMXTm6Ht0SiW7CTNH97fE9fM1Jx7Sy-qWWRQ7PdRHMGEDeEA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>	<CAOZMXTk-iJQhg9ysp-ODPE9_Z12cK46K59h-S1Jfe80XModdKA@mail.gmail.com>
	<CAOZMXTm6Ht0SiW7CTNH97fE9fM1Jx7Sy-qWWRQ7PdRHMGEDeEA@mail.gmail.com>
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Thank you. This is all interesting.

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Jarboe via Diabetes-Talk
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Cc: Doula Jarboe <doula.jarboe at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

 I believe depending on other income you can qualify for both. As a disabled
adult child, you receive SSDi, whereas sSI if your income is low enough you
can qualify for yrself. I'm on both 'medicare and Medicaid, because my
income through sSDI is low enough to qualify for Medicaid. Which covers
things like copays that Medicare doesn't cover.
Hope this helps.

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sun Nov 17 06:25:59 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 00:25:59 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
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References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>	<CAOZMXTk-iJQhg9ysp-ODPE9_Z12cK46K59h-S1Jfe80XModdKA@mail.gmail.com>	<CAOZMXTm6Ht0SiW7CTNH97fE9fM1Jx7Sy-qWWRQ7PdRHMGEDeEA@mail.gmail.com>
	<017601d59cca$3fa85160$bef8f420$@gmail.com>
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Thanks. I really don't know much about SSI because when I became blind at
22, I qualified for SSDI because of how much I had worked up to that point.
Few people believed me during my center training that I was on SSDI because
of how young I was, thinking I was confusing the two. But I had been working
since I was 15, and had been managing a store since I was 19 at the time I
became blind and had to initially stop working to attend a center. But the
day I applied for social security, I was told I qualified for SSDI and
that's what I started receiving once I was approved. Anyway, , I still am
not an expert on any of this and appreciate the education, grin.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jamie
Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 4:08 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Correct.  SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income and only those with
limited income or resources are eligible for it.  Those eligible for SSI are
also eligible for Medicaid and Food stamps.  I don't know how much one
receives in SSI, since I haven't been eligible for it since I started
working in 1990.  Eligibility guidelines and more information are found on
www.ssa.gov or just Google supplemental security income.

					Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Doula
Jarboe via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 3:44 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Doula Jarboe <doula.jarboe at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

 I believe depending on other income you can qualify for both. As a disabled
adult child, you receive SSDi, whereas sSI if your income is low enough you
can qualify for yrself. I'm on both 'medicare and Medicaid, because my
income through sSDI is low enough to qualify for Medicaid. Which covers
things like copays that Medicare doesn't cover.
Hope this helps.

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sun Nov 17 06:30:07 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 00:30:07 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
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	<003901d59cfb$6cfef430$46fcdc90$@comcast.net>
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My understanding has always been that for SSDI, you have worked so much and
paid taxes into the system. But if your income is below a certain point and
you're disabled, you qualify for SSI. But this I just a baseline
understanding. Just because you qualify for SSI doesn't mean you also
qualify for SSDI

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk.
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 10:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, As I understand it, no. In the states where I have lived you only
got SSI either if your social security was low enough to put you under a
certain poverty level, or if you didn't qualify for any social security for
whatever reasons. I don't remember the logistics, but I do remember that I
didn't at one point get enough social security, didn't have a job, and I got
SSI. It's tricky because the rules for both programs are different, and if
you end up qualifying for both you can end up in over-payment city and have
to pay back many dollars. I do not know whether all blind people can
potentially qualify for SSI or all the rules that qualify any of us.

Jeanette  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 4:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Janette,

No, not at all challenging any of this. Just trying to better understand
something I've never heard of. I understand that to qualify for SSDI, one
has to have worked a certain amount. But don't disabled adults regardless
qualify for SSI? I know several blind people on SSI who have not worked
enough for SSDI but still qualify for SSI.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:23 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, it is my understanding that if you qualify under your mother's or
father's the likelihood is that you don't have enough quarters to qualify
under your own. At least that was how it was with SSDI and until I worked I
did have Medicare. Once I had accumulated enough quarters of my own I never
qualified under anyone else's. 
Had I not been in that situation I would not have known either, and when I
had this it was quite a number of years ago. I don't know what the most
current program of this kind is, but I do know that many people working in
SSDI and SSA don't recommend the program. When I got in, it was because our
insurance agent knew about it and recommended we check it out. And, for the
record, had I not been on such a program I would  have assumed Dar misspoke
as well. Since you are always careful to present accurate information, I for
one didn't think you were challenging or speaking out of turn. I appreciate
your knowledge and value what you have contributed to the list.

Jeanette
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 11:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Sun Nov 17 12:17:28 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 07:17:28 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <013001d59d10$7527ae30$5f770a90$@gmail.com>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>	<00e501d59cc5$43b2f670$cb18e350$@gmail.com>	<003901d59cfb$6cfef430$46fcdc90$@comcast.net>
	<013001d59d10$7527ae30$5f770a90$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <003a01d59d40$fb7f9d50$f27ed7f0$@comcast.net>

This whole category of being put into the adult disabled child category
makes it all complicated, and it is what allowed me to get both, but I can't
explain the actual particulars more than I have.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2019 1:30 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

My understanding has always been that for SSDI, you have worked so much and
paid taxes into the system. But if your income is below a certain point and
you're disabled, you qualify for SSI. But this I just a baseline
understanding. Just because you qualify for SSI doesn't mean you also
qualify for SSDI

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk.
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 10:00 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, As I understand it, no. In the states where I have lived you only
got SSI either if your social security was low enough to put you under a
certain poverty level, or if you didn't qualify for any social security for
whatever reasons. I don't remember the logistics, but I do remember that I
didn't at one point get enough social security, didn't have a job, and I got
SSI. It's tricky because the rules for both programs are different, and if
you end up qualifying for both you can end up in over-payment city and have
to pay back many dollars. I do not know whether all blind people can
potentially qualify for SSI or all the rules that qualify any of us.

Jeanette  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 4:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Janette,

No, not at all challenging any of this. Just trying to better understand
something I've never heard of. I understand that to qualify for SSDI, one
has to have worked a certain amount. But don't disabled adults regardless
qualify for SSI? I know several blind people on SSI who have not worked
enough for SSDI but still qualify for SSI.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:23 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, it is my understanding that if you qualify under your mother's or
father's the likelihood is that you don't have enough quarters to qualify
under your own. At least that was how it was with SSDI and until I worked I
did have Medicare. Once I had accumulated enough quarters of my own I never
qualified under anyone else's. 
Had I not been in that situation I would not have known either, and when I
had this it was quite a number of years ago. I don't know what the most
current program of this kind is, but I do know that many people working in
SSDI and SSA don't recommend the program. When I got in, it was because our
insurance agent knew about it and recommended we check it out. And, for the
record, had I not been on such a program I would  have assumed Dar misspoke
as well. Since you are always careful to present accurate information, I for
one didn't think you were challenging or speaking out of turn. I appreciate
your knowledge and value what you have contributed to the list.

Jeanette
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 11:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I'm not debating anything with anyone. I only thought perhaps Dar misspoke.
However, I did ask my husband who worked for a decade helping people apply
for and understand guidelines of Medicare, among many other things, was not
aware an adult child could qualify for a parent's Medicare. Not that he
knows everything by any means. Regardless, glad there are programs available
for people who need them.

However, question, if you're disabled, don't you qualify for your own
Medicare? Why provide Medicare under parental coverage when you can qualify
for Medicare yourself? Are we speaking of Medicare or Medicaid?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk What's the point of being under a parent's coverage
if you qualify yourself?Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get it
under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a child my
father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an adult disabled
child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would not lose my social
security disability. I did eventually land on my feet, having a good working
career and earned my own social security, but I know Dar is right. The real
question is, is she getting the support she needs so she can work if a job
becomes possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is
for the rehab people to help her sort out.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Dar,

What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to be
your own Medicare

Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

Bridgit
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

I am using the pins,
I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
Wishing you the best.

Original message:
> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
> to
make.

> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want 
> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February 
> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of 
> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the 
> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently 
> all goes quite well during this week.
> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I was 
> last using a long acting prior to 2000.

> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

> As always I welcome any comments .,

> Verlyn Baldwin


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From doula.jarboe at gmail.com  Sun Nov 17 16:24:15 2019
From: doula.jarboe at gmail.com (Doula Jarboe)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 09:24:15 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <003a01d59d40$fb7f9d50$f27ed7f0$@comcast.net>
References: <850ba08a.401e.42d2.a189.51a19664f8e7@samobile.net>
	<001c01d59c25$75cf71b0$616e5510$@gmail.com>
	<000001d59c2f$fbb33780$f319a680$@comcast.net>
	<002401d59c34$2258b910$670a2b30$@gmail.com>
	<001601d59cb3$54eaf120$fec0d360$@comcast.net>
	<00e501d59cc5$43b2f670$cb18e350$@gmail.com>
	<003901d59cfb$6cfef430$46fcdc90$@comcast.net>
	<013001d59d10$7527ae30$5f770a90$@gmail.com>
	<003a01d59d40$fb7f9d50$f27ed7f0$@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <CAOZMXTkCdV4tE_S74-AcDmW9KObbEiWEtFFnP2wcE=o_Xswr7A@mail.gmail.com>

  The disabled adult child thing is confusing.  I was originally on
SSI, but when I turned 30, the trust fund I had got transferred to me
as an investment fund.  So the money would be in my name, and that
would kill my SSI.  I believe by that time my father was either
already getting SSDI, or Social Security, and we discovered this
program.  If you are a disabled adult  of a parent who has worked and
payed into the system, then you qualify for SSDI.  that got me around
the income issue and still able to have an income and health insurance
through Social security.  Which is a good thing, because with all my
medical  issues, I'm unable to hold a regular job.  To me it seems
like most things with Social Security are pretty confusing.
Doula



From blindhands at aol.com  Sun Nov 17 19:51:10 2019
From: blindhands at aol.com (blindhands at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 14:51:10 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] More Dexcom G6 questions & Apple Watch?!?!
References: <015401d59d80$5cc53360$164f9a20$.ref@aol.com>
Message-ID: <015401d59d80$5cc53360$164f9a20$@aol.com>

I have been using my iPhone to get my records from the G5, but I never knew
you can use the Apple watch to get results.  I don't know how long this has
been available, but man this is wonderful!!!

 

I never take my iPhone with me when I leave home except if I am traveling.
I had no idea that the Apple watch could give you all the info from the
Dexcom, besides answer your telephone calls, messages and internet!

 

For those who are using the Apple watch, please do tell us more about all of
this.

 

Sprint right now is having 50% off all the watches and the older versions
are available with this deal.

Joyce Kane

Kane Kids Shop

https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...

 

 



From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Sun Nov 17 20:13:32 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (Jamie Gurganus)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 14:13:32 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] More Dexcom G6 questions & Apple Watch?!?!
In-Reply-To: <015401d59d80$5cc53360$164f9a20$@aol.com>
References: <015401d59d80$5cc53360$164f9a20$@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BCC4781B-98DB-4BA8-B380-274679F1B443@gmail.com>

Unless things have changed over the past nine months, the watch can only give you your readings. If you get a high or low alert, you still need to use your phone to dismiss the alert. Also, your phone needs to be within 20 feet of you for the watch and app to work.  I always kept my watch on vibrate only while at work or at meetings, but I still had to pull out my phone to dismiss the alert.

    Jamie

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 17, 2019, at 1:53 PM, blindhands--- via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?I have been using my iPhone to get my records from the G5, but I never knew
> you can use the Apple watch to get results.  I don't know how long this has
> been available, but man this is wonderful!!!
> 
> 
> 
> I never take my iPhone with me when I leave home except if I am traveling.
> I had no idea that the Apple watch could give you all the info from the
> Dexcom, besides answer your telephone calls, messages and internet!
> 
> 
> 
> For those who are using the Apple watch, please do tell us more about all of
> this.
> 
> 
> 
> Sprint right now is having 50% off all the watches and the older versions
> are available with this deal.
> 
> Joyce Kane
> 
> Kane Kids Shop
> 
> https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Sun Nov 17 22:02:00 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 17:02:00 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] More Dexcom G6 questions & Apple Watch?!?!
In-Reply-To: <015401d59d80$5cc53360$164f9a20$@aol.com>
References: <015401d59d80$5cc53360$164f9a20$.ref@aol.com>
	<015401d59d80$5cc53360$164f9a20$@aol.com>
Message-ID: <002a01d59d92$a44159f0$ecc40dd0$@comcast.net>

It is a learning curve, and I do use my apple Watch but if you use it for
all of these things you will have a battery problem in that it will not hold
you for the day and you will also need your iPhone. If you answer your phone
on the watch, which I do do in a pinch, keep in mind your conversation is on
speaker and all can hear. If you purchase an apple Watch, I would experiment
and pick and choose the activities which are  most important and pick those
to learn on the Apple Watch.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
blindhands--- via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2019 2:51 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: blindhands at aol.com
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] More Dexcom G6 questions & Apple Watch?!?!

I have been using my iPhone to get my records from the G5, but I never knew
you can use the Apple watch to get results.  I don't know how long this has
been available, but man this is wonderful!!!

 

I never take my iPhone with me when I leave home except if I am traveling.
I had no idea that the Apple watch could give you all the info from the
Dexcom, besides answer your telephone calls, messages and internet!

 

For those who are using the Apple watch, please do tell us more about all of
this.

 

Sprint right now is having 50% off all the watches and the older versions
are available with this deal.

Joyce Kane

Kane Kids Shop

https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...

 

 

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From dmgina at mysero.net  Sun Nov 17 22:22:39 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 17:22:39 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
Message-ID: <1e460360.b539.469b.be5e.72032d16d1e5@samobile.net>

In our state as a married couple, his assets are higher than they like.
When I got off SSI I fought for my mothers social security.
That was how I got it.

Original message:
> But don't adult disabled people qualify for SSI even if not SSDI?

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Cindy
> Ray via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:16 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: cindyray at gmail.com
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> She couldn't get SSDI, and maybe not Medicare either, if she hasn't worked
> the requisite number of quarters. If you have Medicare, I think you cannot
> lose it. I think you were maybe referring to Medicaid.
> Cindy Lou


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 10:44 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> I am getting my mothers social security, I am 67 don't wish to work now,
> unless something could be done from home.

> Original message:
>> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get
>> it under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a
>> child my father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an
>> adult disabled child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would
>> not lose my social security disability. I did eventually land on my
>> feet, having a good working career and earned my own social security,
>> but I know Dar is right. The real question is, is she getting the
>> support she needs so she can work if a job becomes possible for her,
>> and can she get on her own disability. But that is for the rehab
>> people to
> help her sort out.

>> Jeanette

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>> Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>> Dar,

>> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has to
>> be your own Medicare

>> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

>> Bridgit

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

>> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

>> Bridgit
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>> I am using the pins,
>> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
>> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
>> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct information.
>> Wishing you the best.

>> Original message:
>>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to
>>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made
>>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and
>>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one
>>> to
>> make.

>>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not want
>>> to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from February
>>> forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be out of
>>> luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her
>>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where the
>>> attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. Evidently
>>> all goes quite well during this week.
>>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I
>>> was last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the
>>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>>> Verlyn Baldwin


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>>> y
>>> sero.net

>> --
>> --Dar
>> skype: dmgina23
>>   FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>> every saint has a past
>> every sinner has a future

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From pratikp1 at gmail.com  Sun Nov 17 22:19:06 2019
From: pratikp1 at gmail.com (Pratik Patel)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 17:19:06 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2
 diabetes /blood pressure
In-Reply-To: <015c01d59cc5$e5a27fa0$b0e77ee0$@gmail.com>
References: <009a01d59c99$061de710$1259b530$@gmail.com>
	<015c01d59cc5$e5a27fa0$b0e77ee0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <022a01d59d95$06db2210$14916630$@gmail.com>

Hello Jamie,
Thank you for your blood pressure monitor recommendation. Having seen no
coverage, I didn't look on Amazon for a talking blood pressure monitor. I
should have checked there. As I'm blind myself, I'm familiar with other apps
and devices. I'm sure I can help my mom adapt with those life style changes
that she will need. I'm glad to know that you're using both the Prodigy and
the Dexcom devices. We're having discussions with her doctor and the
insurance company to see if both will be covered.

Thank you again for your help.

Regards,

Pratik


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jamie
Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 4:36 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2
diabetes /blood pressure

Hi Pratik!  I ordered a talking blood pressure monitor from Amazon.  There
are a ton of options for them, so I chose one with a good rating.  Also, my
doctor said to only get the arm cuff kind and not the newer wrist cuffs.  I
ordered the Choice MMed that was $24.99.  It is pretty accurate  according
to the visiting nurse that came to visit me.  I chose this particular model,
since it has a large screen readout, since my son has low vision and likes
to check his BP at times.  

I use the Prodigy meter along with the Dexcom.  I also have a talking
bathroom scale from Amazon.

Most of us on this site also use the free Seeing AI app on our phones.  It
is very helpful for reading mail, prescription bottles, food labels, etc.
It also reads product codes and has a money and color detector feature.  I
love this app.  Like I said, it is a free download from the App store.  I
think it is for both types of phones, but it might just be for the iPhone.

What other things might you and your mom need to help her remain
independent?

						Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Pratik
Patel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 10:15 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Pratik Patel <pratikp1 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2 diabetes
/blood pressure

Hello all,
 
My mother has had type 2 diabetes for many years. She also has had high
blood pressure for as many years. Until now, she has been able to manage her
diabetes and blood pressure by using devices provided by her insurance. She
is going blind and I will need to assist her with this process. I'm blind
myself. 
 
I have been reading and searching for solutions that could be helpful to us.
This includes the writings at afb.org as well as other places. I've also
talked with several people via social media. I'm trying to get as much
information as I can regarding accessible equipment. I know about the
Prodigy blood glucose monitor and the Dexcom. While I'm not sure whether my
mother's insurance will cover either of these products, we are going to
attempt it, though the Dexcom G6 may be overkill for her and is not likely
to be allowed by her insurance. I know that this list does not deal with
blood pressure monitoring directly. Since blood pressure monitoring could
often be connected with diabetes, I thought I'd ask. It seems to be the most
difficult category of products for which to find information. At an early
glance, it appears that there aren't many choices (if any) for an accessible
blood pressure monitor that is relatively accurate. 
 
If any of you have information about other accessible products, I would be
grateful to you for sharing it. I read about a blood pressure monitor that
could be connected to iPhones and has an accessible app. From the reviews,
however, the monitor's accuracy is questionable. Any other information you
can provide would be helpful.
 
Thank you in advance for your help.
 
Regards,
 
Pratik
 
 
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sun Nov 17 22:56:25 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 16:56:25 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <1e460360.b539.469b.be5e.72032d16d1e5@samobile.net>
References: <1e460360.b539.469b.be5e.72032d16d1e5@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <022f01d59d9a$3e0cfa60$ba26ef20$@gmail.com>

Medicare is a federal program though. It typically doesn't take into account
anyone's income other than yours.

Medicaid is a state-governed program though. And depending on the state, you
may not qualify because it will calculate entire household income.

Also, if over 65, doesn't one qualify for Medicare as a senior anyway?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2019 4:23 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

In our state as a married couple, his assets are higher than they like.
When I got off SSI I fought for my mothers social security.
That was how I got it.

Original message:
> But don't adult disabled people qualify for SSI even if not SSDI?

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Cindy Ray via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:16 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: cindyray at gmail.com
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> She couldn't get SSDI, and maybe not Medicare either, if she hasn't 
> worked the requisite number of quarters. If you have Medicare, I think 
> you cannot lose it. I think you were maybe referring to Medicaid.
> Cindy Lou


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 10:44 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> I am getting my mothers social security, I am 67 don't wish to work 
> now, unless something could be done from home.

> Original message:
>> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get 
>> it under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a 
>> child my father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an 
>> adult disabled child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would 
>> not lose my social security disability. I did eventually land on my 
>> feet, having a good working career and earned my own social security, 
>> but I know Dar is right. The real question is, is she getting the 
>> support she needs so she can work if a job becomes possible for her, 
>> and can she get on her own disability. But that is for the rehab 
>> people to
> help her sort out.

>> Jeanette

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
>> Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>> Dar,

>> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has 
>> to be your own Medicare

>> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

>> Bridgit

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

>> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

>> Bridgit
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>> I am using the pins,
>> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
>> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
>> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct
information.
>> Wishing you the best.

>> Original message:
>>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
>>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made 
>>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
>>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one 
>>> to
>> make.

>>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not 
>>> want to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from 
>>> February forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be 
>>> out of luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
>>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where 
>>> the attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens. 
>>> Evidently all goes quite well during this week.
>>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I 
>>> was last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
>>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>>> Verlyn Baldwin


>>> _______________________________________________
>>> Diabetes-Talk mailing list
>>> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info 
>>> for
>>> Diabetes-Talk:
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>>> m
>>> y
>>> sero.net

>> --
>> --Dar
>> skype: dmgina23
>>   FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>> every saint has a past
>> every sinner has a future

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> --
> --Dar
> skype: dmgina23
>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Sun Nov 17 23:00:12 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 17:00:12 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2
 diabetes /blood pressure
In-Reply-To: <022a01d59d95$06db2210$14916630$@gmail.com>
References: <009a01d59c99$061de710$1259b530$@gmail.com>	<015c01d59cc5$e5a27fa0$b0e77ee0$@gmail.com>
	<022a01d59d95$06db2210$14916630$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <023001d59d9a$c5266590$4f7330b0$@gmail.com>

I also use a talking blood pressure cuff, but I've had it so long, I no
longer remember the brand. I use Dexcom and the Prodigy Voice completely
independently. In addition to an insulin pump.

Most healthcare coverage companies don't want to cover Prodigy products, but
if an endo writes a letter stating why it's necessary, usually a company
will cave.

If all else fails, you can purchase Prodigy Voice meters for $50 at the
Independence Market or on Amazon. Make sure you get the Prodigy Voice
though, not the Prodigy Autocode.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Pratik
Patel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2019 4:19 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Pratik Patel <pratikp1 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2
diabetes /blood pressure

Hello Jamie,
Thank you for your blood pressure monitor recommendation. Having seen no
coverage, I didn't look on Amazon for a talking blood pressure monitor. I
should have checked there. As I'm blind myself, I'm familiar with other apps
and devices. I'm sure I can help my mom adapt with those life style changes
that she will need. I'm glad to know that you're using both the Prodigy and
the Dexcom devices. We're having discussions with her doctor and the
insurance company to see if both will be covered.

Thank you again for your help.

Regards,

Pratik


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jamie
Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 4:36 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2
diabetes /blood pressure

Hi Pratik!  I ordered a talking blood pressure monitor from Amazon.  There
are a ton of options for them, so I chose one with a good rating.  Also, my
doctor said to only get the arm cuff kind and not the newer wrist cuffs.  I
ordered the Choice MMed that was $24.99.  It is pretty accurate  according
to the visiting nurse that came to visit me.  I chose this particular model,
since it has a large screen readout, since my son has low vision and likes
to check his BP at times.  

I use the Prodigy meter along with the Dexcom.  I also have a talking
bathroom scale from Amazon.

Most of us on this site also use the free Seeing AI app on our phones.  It
is very helpful for reading mail, prescription bottles, food labels, etc.
It also reads product codes and has a money and color detector feature.  I
love this app.  Like I said, it is a free download from the App store.  I
think it is for both types of phones, but it might just be for the iPhone.

What other things might you and your mom need to help her remain
independent?

						Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Pratik
Patel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 10:15 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Pratik Patel <pratikp1 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessible equipment for monitoring type 2 diabetes
/blood pressure

Hello all,
 
My mother has had type 2 diabetes for many years. She also has had high
blood pressure for as many years. Until now, she has been able to manage her
diabetes and blood pressure by using devices provided by her insurance. She
is going blind and I will need to assist her with this process. I'm blind
myself. 
 
I have been reading and searching for solutions that could be helpful to us.
This includes the writings at afb.org as well as other places. I've also
talked with several people via social media. I'm trying to get as much
information as I can regarding accessible equipment. I know about the
Prodigy blood glucose monitor and the Dexcom. While I'm not sure whether my
mother's insurance will cover either of these products, we are going to
attempt it, though the Dexcom G6 may be overkill for her and is not likely
to be allowed by her insurance. I know that this list does not deal with
blood pressure monitoring directly. Since blood pressure monitoring could
often be connected with diabetes, I thought I'd ask. It seems to be the most
difficult category of products for which to find information. At an early
glance, it appears that there aren't many choices (if any) for an accessible
blood pressure monitor that is relatively accurate. 
 
If any of you have information about other accessible products, I would be
grateful to you for sharing it. I read about a blood pressure monitor that
could be connected to iPhones and has an accessible app. From the reviews,
however, the monitor's accuracy is questionable. Any other information you
can provide would be helpful.
 
Thank you in advance for your help.
 
Regards,
 
Pratik
 
 
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Mon Nov 18 02:35:41 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 21:35:41 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
Message-ID: <176537fb.17e4.4815.826a.64ef8a396c0c@samobile.net>

Well I have been on medicare for 15 years, that is how long Jim and I 
have been married.
I just get her social security can't get my dads because he was a step 
dad didn't adopt me.
I would have more money if that had happened.
Jim carries the rest.
We do the best we can and we are happy with that.
Now if a job came for home, I would try to do that.
Then I wouldn't have to pay for transportation to and from job.
That matters.
Even though they say they count for that as well.
It is interesting in what happens for each state.
Only they don't know what they are doing loll.

Original message:
> Medicare is a federal program though. It typically doesn't take into account
> anyone's income other than yours.

> Medicaid is a state-governed program though. And depending on the state, you
> may not qualify because it will calculate entire household income.

> Also, if over 65, doesn't one qualify for Medicare as a senior anyway?

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2019 4:23 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> In our state as a married couple, his assets are higher than they like.
> When I got off SSI I fought for my mothers social security.
> That was how I got it.

> Original message:
>> But don't adult disabled people qualify for SSI even if not SSDI?

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
>> Cindy Ray via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:16 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: cindyray at gmail.com
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>> She couldn't get SSDI, and maybe not Medicare either, if she hasn't
>> worked the requisite number of quarters. If you have Medicare, I think
>> you cannot lose it. I think you were maybe referring to Medicaid.
>> Cindy Lou


>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 10:44 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>> I am getting my mothers social security, I am 67 don't wish to work
>> now, unless something could be done from home.

>> Original message:
>>> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get
>>> it under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was a
>>> child my father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an
>>> adult disabled child before I turned 18 so that my family and I would
>>> not lose my social security disability. I did eventually land on my
>>> feet, having a good working career and earned my own social security,
>>> but I know Dar is right. The real question is, is she getting the
>>> support she needs so she can work if a job becomes possible for her,
>>> and can she get on her own disability. But that is for the rehab
>>> people to
>> help her sort out.

>>> Jeanette

>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>>> Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>>> Dar,

>>> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has
>>> to be your own Medicare

>>> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

>>> Bridgit

>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

>>> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

>>> Bridgit
>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>>> I am using the pins,
>>> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
>>> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
>>> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct
> information.
>>> Wishing you the best.

>>> Original message:
>>>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to
>>>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>>>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having made
>>>> the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and
>>>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult one
>>>> to
>>> make.

>>>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not
>>>> want to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from
>>>> February forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would be
>>>> out of luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>>>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her
>>>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where
>>>> the attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens.
>>>> Evidently all goes quite well during this week.
>>>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I
>>>> was last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>>>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the
>>>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>>>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>>>> Verlyn Baldwin


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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 18 03:33:12 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 21:33:12 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless
In-Reply-To: <176537fb.17e4.4815.826a.64ef8a396c0c@samobile.net>
References: <176537fb.17e4.4815.826a.64ef8a396c0c@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <025c01d59dc0$e821ab60$b8650220$@gmail.com>

You can use transportation as a work-related expense. I forgot all the
guidelines, but this is something disabled people can claim with social
security. It doesn't exactly pay for transportation in that you get a check
to use for that. But if you claim a work-related expense, which you can if
your disability prohibits you from driving, it can be deducted from your
monthly gross income so that you can meet the SGA. It's a social security
policy for all states.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2019 8:36 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

Well I have been on medicare for 15 years, that is how long Jim and I have
been married.
I just get her social security can't get my dads because he was a step dad
didn't adopt me.
I would have more money if that had happened.
Jim carries the rest.
We do the best we can and we are happy with that.
Now if a job came for home, I would try to do that.
Then I wouldn't have to pay for transportation to and from job.
That matters.
Even though they say they count for that as well.
It is interesting in what happens for each state.
Only they don't know what they are doing loll.

Original message:
> Medicare is a federal program though. It typically doesn't take into 
> account anyone's income other than yours.

> Medicaid is a state-governed program though. And depending on the 
> state, you may not qualify because it will calculate entire household
income.

> Also, if over 65, doesn't one qualify for Medicare as a senior anyway?

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2019 4:23 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

> In our state as a married couple, his assets are higher than they like.
> When I got off SSI I fought for my mothers social security.
> That was how I got it.

> Original message:
>> But don't adult disabled people qualify for SSI even if not SSDI?

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
>> Cindy Ray via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 1:16 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: cindyray at gmail.com
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>> She couldn't get SSDI, and maybe not Medicare either, if she hasn't 
>> worked the requisite number of quarters. If you have Medicare, I 
>> think you cannot lose it. I think you were maybe referring to Medicaid.
>> Cindy Lou


>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 10:44 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>> I am getting my mothers social security, I am 67 don't wish to work 
>> now, unless something could be done from home.

>> Original message:
>>> Bridgit, if she was signed up as an adult disabled child she can get 
>>> it under her mother's Medicare. I only know this because when I was 
>>> a child my father died and my family was advised to sign me up as an 
>>> adult disabled child before I turned 18 so that my family and I 
>>> would not lose my social security disability. I did eventually land 
>>> on my feet, having a good working career and earned my own social 
>>> security, but I know Dar is right. The real question is, is she 
>>> getting the support she needs so she can work if a job becomes 
>>> possible for her, and can she get on her own disability. But that is 
>>> for the rehab people to
>> help her sort out.

>>> Jeanette

>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
>>> Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 9:28 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>>> Dar,

>>> What do you mean your "mother's Medicare" didn't go through? It has 
>>> to be your own Medicare

>>> Also, it's insulin pen(P E N) not pin (P I N) smile.

>>> Bridgit

>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
>>> d m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2019 7:39 PM.

>>> Also, it's an insulin pen (P E N) not pin (P I N). smile.

>>> Bridgit
>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pumpless

>>> I am using the pins,
>>> I am trying to get on the dex com g six.
>>> My mothers medicare didn't seem to go threw.
>>> I will look at it again to make sure I have given the correct
> information.
>>> Wishing you the best.

>>> Original message:
>>>> Thought I'd write a few lines to update everyone on my decision to 
>>>> give up pump use and go to the insulin pens.

>>>> After conversing with several people I feel confident in having 
>>>> made the correct decision for my own circumstances. I feel calm and 
>>>> relieved to have come to a conclusion as it has been a difficult 
>>>> one to
>>> make.

>>>> My warranty would be up January 27, 2020 and therefore I did not 
>>>> want to learn to use the 530 to have to go to a crap shoot from 
>>>> February forward not knowing if my 530 pump were to break I would 
>>>> be out of luck and have to go to the pens anyway.

>>>> One of the gals I spoke with has Type I diabetes along with her 
>>>> husband and daughter. Her daughter attends a camp each year where 
>>>> the attendees go a week without using their pumps and use pens.
>>>> Evidently all goes quite well during this week.
>>>> She also mentioned that the insulins have greatly improved since I 
>>>> was last using a long acting prior to 2000.

>>>> I'm anxious to observe how my blood sugars will be reading on the 
>>>> Dexcom this coming week as I will begin using the pens on Saturday.

>>>> As always I welcome any comments .,

>>>> Verlyn Baldwin


>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> Diabetes-Talk mailing list
>>>> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
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>>>> for
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>>>> 0
>>>> m
>>>> y
>>>> sero.net

>>> --
>>> --Dar
>>> skype: dmgina23
>>>   FB: dmgina
>>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
>>> every saint has a past
>>> every sinner has a future

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>> --
>> --Dar
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>>   FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Mon Nov 18 22:57:19 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 17:57:19 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
Message-ID: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick





From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 18 23:16:31 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 17:16:31 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
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References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>
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Each do, but I have no idea how long it goes back. My endo does look at
mine, but I obviously don't pay attention to it.

Bridgit

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Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Mon Nov 18 23:34:53 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 15:34:53 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <04e701d59e66$36f89050$a4e9b0f0$@gmail.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>
	<04e701d59e66$36f89050$a4e9b0f0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <003201d59e68$c7e3f350$57abd9f0$@gmail.com>

Are we talking about the dexcom cgm data.every time that I se my endo . each
dexcom cgm data goes back 90 days. That's how I know if I am doing well or
not.as we compare and contrast the patterns  from the past to the current
dexcom cgm data. 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 3:17 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Each do, but I have no idea how long it goes back. My endo does look at
mine, but I obviously don't pay attention to it.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 4:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Tue Nov 19 00:56:17 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 16:56:17 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>
Message-ID: <001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
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-----
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Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Tue Nov 19 00:57:48 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 16:57:48 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <003201d59e68$c7e3f350$57abd9f0$@gmail.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<04e701d59e66$36f89050$a4e9b0f0$@gmail.com>
	<003201d59e68$c7e3f350$57abd9f0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <001401d59e74$5c8877a0$159966e0$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

No Gary, we are talking about insulin pumps, such as Medtronic, Omnipod,
T-slim. 
Nobody's history has ever been accessible to us unless we download it
somewhere, which one could do with the good old Cozmo. <sniffle>
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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 3:35 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Are we talking about the dexcom cgm data.every time that I se my endo . each
dexcom cgm data goes back 90 days. That's how I know if I am doing well or
not.as we compare and contrast the patterns  from the past to the current
dexcom cgm data. 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 3:17 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Each do, but I have no idea how long it goes back. My endo does look at
mine, but I obviously don't pay attention to it.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 4:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Tue Nov 19 01:10:41 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 17:10:41 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <001401d59e74$5c8877a0$159966e0$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<04e701d59e66$36f89050$a4e9b0f0$@gmail.com>	<003201d59e68$c7e3f350$57abd9f0$@gmail.com>
	<001401d59e74$5c8877a0$159966e0$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <000201d59e76$29feed80$7dfcc880$@gmail.com>

Oh, that makes sense .  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 4:58 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

No Gary, we are talking about insulin pumps, such as Medtronic, Omnipod,
T-slim. 
Nobody's history has ever been accessible to us unless we download it
somewhere, which one could do with the good old Cozmo. <sniffle> 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
gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 3:35 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: gary-melconian
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Are we talking about the dexcom cgm data.every time that I se my endo . each
dexcom cgm data goes back 90 days. That's how I know if I am doing well or
not.as we compare and contrast the patterns  from the past to the current
dexcom cgm data. 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 3:17 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Each do, but I have no idea how long it goes back. My endo does look at
mine, but I obviously don't pay attention to it.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 4:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Tue Nov 19 11:17:09 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 06:17:09 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>
	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>

Hi all,

The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.

Thanks bunches all...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Tue Nov 19 12:54:54 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 06:54:54 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
Message-ID: <00e701d59ed8$8ad5f560$a081e020$@gmail.com>

Rick,

I'm not sure if I am totally correct, but I think the Medtronic 670G pump
has what you are referring to for data.  This pump connects to the CGM and
is kind of an all-in-one system.  However, it is totally inaccessible to
individuals who are blind.  

					Jamie


-----Original Message-----
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Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 5:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.

Thanks bunches all...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Tue Nov 19 14:22:48 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 08:22:48 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
Message-ID: <057201d59ee4$d209fe20$761dfa60$@gmail.com>

Rick,

I believe  Jamie is correct that the Medtronic 730G tracks BGs since it has
a built-in CGM. And the artificial pancreases that will be on the market
soon definitely do. But as Jamie points out, these are completely
inaccessible to blind people. There are currently no nonvisual work-arounds
for either.

Bridgit
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 5:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.

Thanks bunches all...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From dianefilipe at comcast.net  Tue Nov 19 15:04:03 2019
From: dianefilipe at comcast.net (dianefilipe at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 08:04:03 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>
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Tandem does and my Medtronic did!
Diane

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 18, 2019, at 3:58 PM, Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Hi all,
> 
> With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
> offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
> too much obviously... lol.
> 
> Be well,
> 
> Rick
> 
> 
> 
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Tue Nov 19 21:33:06 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 13:33:06 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>
	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
Message-ID: <5467D747-2B3D-4415-867A-218F14AA0CFD@laurelcreekmusic.com>

some pumps allow you to enter your blood glucose readings manually or have a direct connection to a meter so that your numbers are entered into the pumps. I believe those palms do record your blood glucose levels into the history. However, I have never completely known and doctor to rely on the pumps to figure out your A-1 C. The decks calm is much better for that purpose. But they certainly download everything that can be downloaded from the pumps. Mostly it will show how much insulin you took and the adjustments made by the pumps given the glucose numbers you entered and the carbs you requested insulin for.
Veronica


Veronica Elsea, owner, Laurel Creek Music Designs

> On Nov 19, 2019, at 3:17 AM, Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
> regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
> glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.
> 
> Thanks bunches all...
> 
> Rick
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
> Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
> 
> In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
> 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
> Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Rick Mladek
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
> offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
> too much obviously... lol.
> 
> Be well,
> 
> Rick
> 
> 
> 
> _______________________________________________
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> creekmusic.com
> 
> 
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Tue Nov 19 21:38:28 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 15:38:28 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <5467D747-2B3D-4415-867A-218F14AA0CFD@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com>	<017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
	<5467D747-2B3D-4415-867A-218F14AA0CFD@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <066801d59f21$aef0a000$0cd1e000$@gmail.com>

You're right. I always forget most pumps come with a separate meter you can
upload to the pump. Being as they are inaccessible, I never use them, hence,
I don't think about it, smirk.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 3:33 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

some pumps allow you to enter your blood glucose readings manually or have a
direct connection to a meter so that your numbers are entered into the
pumps. I believe those palms do record your blood glucose levels into the
history. However, I have never completely known and doctor to rely on the
pumps to figure out your A-1 C. The decks calm is much better for that
purpose. But they certainly download everything that can be downloaded from
the pumps. Mostly it will show how much insulin you took and the adjustments
made by the pumps given the glucose numbers you entered and the carbs you
requested insulin for.
Veronica


Veronica Elsea, owner, Laurel Creek Music Designs

> On Nov 19, 2019, at 3:17 AM, Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
<diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. 
> Nothing regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have 
> history of blood glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.
> 
> Thanks bunches all...
> 
> Rick
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
> 
> In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
> 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 Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Rick Mladek
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these 
> pumps offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? 
> Just thinking too much obviously... lol.
> 
> Be well,
> 
> Rick
> 
> 
> 
> _______________________________________________
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> laurel
> creekmusic.com
> 
> 
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From blindhands at aol.com  Wed Nov 20 01:28:35 2019
From: blindhands at aol.com (blindhands at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 20:28:35 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <4C29027A-B009-4061-81BD-86AB6054DC48@comcast.net>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>
	<4C29027A-B009-4061-81BD-86AB6054DC48@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <023601d59f41$d4834140$7d89c3c0$@aol.com>

I have a Medtronic and I know at my doc's office they have gone back and gone over records going back at least 3 months.  They have gone back over times and how low my blood sugars were over a certain time.  I have never tried doing this and actually I don't know if I could do it or not.

Remember the Dexcom is recording your blood sugar level every 5 minutes.  And there are a lot of 5minutes in 24 hours.

Joyce

Joyce Kane
 Kane Kids Shop
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Diane via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 10:04 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: dianefilipe at comcast.net
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Tandem does and my Medtronic did!
Diane

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 18, 2019, at 3:58 PM, Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Hi all,
> 
> With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these 
> pumps offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? 
> Just thinking too much obviously... lol.
> 
> Be well,
> 
> Rick
> 
> 
> 
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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Wed Nov 20 01:43:47 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 20:43:47 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <023601d59f41$d4834140$7d89c3c0$@aol.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<4C29027A-B009-4061-81BD-86AB6054DC48@comcast.net>
	<023601d59f41$d4834140$7d89c3c0$@aol.com>
Message-ID: <06dd01d59f43$f556f680$e004e380$@neo.rr.com>

Do you use the 670G? Where is this glucose records found? Within history, there is only history of alerts/alarms and history of bolus' taken/delivered.

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of blindhands--- via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:29 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: blindhands at aol.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

I have a Medtronic and I know at my doc's office they have gone back and gone over records going back at least 3 months.  They have gone back over times and how low my blood sugars were over a certain time.  I have never tried doing this and actually I don't know if I could do it or not.

Remember the Dexcom is recording your blood sugar level every 5 minutes.  And there are a lot of 5minutes in 24 hours.

Joyce

Joyce Kane
 Kane Kids Shop
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Diane via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 10:04 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: dianefilipe at comcast.net
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Tandem does and my Medtronic did!
Diane

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 18, 2019, at 3:58 PM, Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Hi all,
> 
> With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these 
> pumps offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved?
> Just thinking too much obviously... lol.
> 
> Be well,
> 
> Rick
> 
> 
> 
> _______________________________________________
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From blindhands at aol.com  Wed Nov 20 01:44:54 2019
From: blindhands at aol.com (blindhands at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 20:44:54 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
Message-ID: <02d901d59f44$1bdba670$5392f350$@aol.com>

Last time I was in to the endocrinologist  office an AC1 was done and it was
a bit elevated since the Last time I was in.  They went out nurse & doc with
my pump and came back after viewing the Pump records and the Dexcom  records
and told me that in the last month I was 7.6  and the AC1 was mid 8.  So she
had to be able to figure out down to a shorter time what my blood sugars and
AC1 was.  I don't know how, but she came back in and told me she was going
to leave things alone.  She had drop my insulin rate during the night as the
time before I was having low blood sugars during the night and the Dexcom
alert woke me up so I could take something.


Joyce Kane
 Kane Kids Shop
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.

Thanks bunches all...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Wed Nov 20 01:47:59 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 20:47:59 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <02d901d59f44$1bdba670$5392f350$@aol.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com>	<017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
	<02d901d59f44$1bdba670$5392f350$@aol.com>
Message-ID: <06ec01d59f44$8b4fc130$a1ef4390$@neo.rr.com>

Nothing worse than lows at night...  The Dexcom does not send the history to
the pump, only can be sent to the Physician to review. The Pump only has
history but not for glucose levels as I've found... The 670G, that is...

Thanks for your input, helps tremendously...

Rick

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
blindhands--- via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:45 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: blindhands at aol.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Last time I was in to the endocrinologist  office an AC1 was done and it was
a bit elevated since the Last time I was in.  They went out nurse & doc with
my pump and came back after viewing the Pump records and the Dexcom  records
and told me that in the last month I was 7.6  and the AC1 was mid 8.  So she
had to be able to figure out down to a shorter time what my blood sugars and
AC1 was.  I don't know how, but she came back in and told me she was going
to leave things alone.  She had drop my insulin rate during the night as the
time before I was having low blood sugars during the night and the Dexcom
alert woke me up so I could take something.


Joyce Kane
 Kane Kids Shop
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.

Thanks bunches all...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
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-----
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Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From etscrivani at verizon.net  Wed Nov 20 01:55:49 2019
From: etscrivani at verizon.net (Eileen Scrivani)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 20:55:49 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <02d901d59f44$1bdba670$5392f350$@aol.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com><017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>
	<02d901d59f44$1bdba670$5392f350$@aol.com>
Message-ID: <5D71CE1694EA4086A1C82003BAA02E28@eileen>

It could be that when your diabetes team looks at the data from your insulin pump they are looking not at what your glucose levels are, but the times & amounts of insulin that are being given either through the bolis levels & the basil rates. Then they look at the glucose levelse from your CGM and compare the two different records from two different systems to determine if they need to make adjustments to the insulin amounts.

Eileen

From: blindhands--- via Diabetes-Talk 
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:44 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' 
Cc: blindhands at aol.com 
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Last time I was in to the endocrinologist  office an AC1 was done and it was
a bit elevated since the Last time I was in.  They went out nurse & doc with
my pump and came back after viewing the Pump records and the Dexcom  records
and told me that in the last month I was 7.6  and the AC1 was mid 8.  So she
had to be able to figure out down to a shorter time what my blood sugars and
AC1 was.  I don't know how, but she came back in and told me she was going
to leave things alone.  She had drop my insulin rate during the night as the
time before I was having low blood sugars during the night and the Dexcom
alert woke me up so I could take something.


Joyce Kane
Kane Kids Shop
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.

Thanks bunches all...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Wed Nov 20 02:27:57 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 21:27:57 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <5D71CE1694EA4086A1C82003BAA02E28@eileen>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com><017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>	<02d901d59f44$1bdba670$5392f350$@aol.com>
	<5D71CE1694EA4086A1C82003BAA02E28@eileen>
Message-ID: <06f901d59f4a$21074ae0$6315e0a0$@neo.rr.com>

Very possible but I am wondering if any pump has the 90-day A1C to simply
see if there is one with more than the next... TKS...

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Eileen
Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:56 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Eileen Scrivani <etscrivani at verizon.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

It could be that when your diabetes team looks at the data from your insulin
pump they are looking not at what your glucose levels are, but the times &
amounts of insulin that are being given either through the bolis levels &
the basil rates. Then they look at the glucose levelse from your CGM and
compare the two different records from two different systems to determine if
they need to make adjustments to the insulin amounts.

Eileen

From: blindhands--- via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:44 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' 
Cc: blindhands at aol.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Last time I was in to the endocrinologist  office an AC1 was done and it was
a bit elevated since the Last time I was in.  They went out nurse & doc with
my pump and came back after viewing the Pump records and the Dexcom  records
and told me that in the last month I was 7.6  and the AC1 was mid 8.  So she
had to be able to figure out down to a shorter time what my blood sugars and
AC1 was.  I don't know how, but she came back in and told me she was going
to leave things alone.  She had drop my insulin rate during the night as the
time before I was having low blood sugars during the night and the Dexcom
alert woke me up so I could take something.


Joyce Kane
Kane Kids Shop
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.

Thanks bunches all...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov 21 15:09:24 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:09:24 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
Message-ID: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>

I have been approved for the dex com.
The diabetic company I was working with who got me started with this, 
is out of my humana range.
They are in a different state than myself.
So they are not able to service me.
I was asked to call the stores who would service humana and give me the 
80 percent cost
One of the stores was wall greens.
With speaking to wall greens I am told I would have to pay $400 on a 
monthly bases.
There is no way I will pay this kind of money to have convenience.
I also called costco who said I had to call my doctors office, ask them 
to send me a referral. Then they would give me a cost, and if I didn't 
wish to pay it I didn't have to.
I also called dex com where the recording said to use wall greens.
Again that one I won't use.
Thanks for your help on anyone who uses this and where do they go.
What is the cost.

-- 
--Dar
skype: dmgina23
  FB: dmgina
www.twitter.com/dmgina
every saint has a past
every sinner has a future



From bernienfb75 at gmail.com  Thu Nov 21 15:40:20 2019
From: bernienfb75 at gmail.com (Bernadette Jacobs)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:40:20 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
References: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <CAO=LP_P53cHgK63qXZ7vkiizZmkr55SJC=mxkBSC=gFNM9qu=g@mail.gmail.com>

Dar,

>From now on, this is what you need to do.  When researching what your
insurance company, (Humanna in this case), and ask them to give you a
list of the stores that are "IN NETWORK" with them.  Those insurance
companies must provide that information to you.  Just remember.  When
researching anything insurance, you must speak with your insurance
company first and directly.  Anyone reputable will give you that
information.

Bern



On 11/21/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> I have been approved for the dex com.
> The diabetic company I was working with who got me started with this,
> is out of my humana range.
> They are in a different state than myself.
> So they are not able to service me.
> I was asked to call the stores who would service humana and give me the
> 80 percent cost
> One of the stores was wall greens.
> With speaking to wall greens I am told I would have to pay $400 on a
> monthly bases.
> There is no way I will pay this kind of money to have convenience.
> I also called costco who said I had to call my doctors office, ask them
> to send me a referral. Then they would give me a cost, and if I didn't
> wish to pay it I didn't have to.
> I also called dex com where the recording said to use wall greens.
> Again that one I won't use.
> Thanks for your help on anyone who uses this and where do they go.
> What is the cost.
>
> --
> --Dar
> skype: dmgina23
>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
> every saint has a past
> every sinner has a future
>
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Thu Nov 21 15:52:36 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 09:52:36 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
References: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <0cf601d5a083$b28358d0$178a0a70$@gmail.com>

Dar,

First, I would contact your healthcare provider directly and find out where
you can acquire Dexcom for the least cost out-of-pocket to you. If you visit
www.healthmarket.com, you can also find insurance experts in your area who
can answer questions. I get my Dexcom supplies through Byrim and only pay
$50 a month.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 9:09 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

I have been approved for the dex com.
The diabetic company I was working with who got me started with this, is out
of my humana range.
They are in a different state than myself.
So they are not able to service me.
I was asked to call the stores who would service humana and give me the
80 percent cost
One of the stores was wall greens.
With speaking to wall greens I am told I would have to pay $400 on a monthly
bases.
There is no way I will pay this kind of money to have convenience.
I also called costco who said I had to call my doctors office, ask them to
send me a referral. Then they would give me a cost, and if I didn't wish to
pay it I didn't have to.
I also called dex com where the recording said to use wall greens.
Again that one I won't use.
Thanks for your help on anyone who uses this and where do they go.
What is the cost.

--
--Dar
skype: dmgina23
  FB: dmgina
www.twitter.com/dmgina
every saint has a past
every sinner has a future

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From blindhands at aol.com  Thu Nov 21 17:05:04 2019
From: blindhands at aol.com (blindhands at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:05:04 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <0cf601d5a083$b28358d0$178a0a70$@gmail.com>
References: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
	<0cf601d5a083$b28358d0$178a0a70$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <013701d5a08d$d201e4b0$7605ae10$@aol.com>

I am not sure if I get my supplies at the same distributor as I got my pump
and Dexcom supplies from 
Byram Healthcare.

I switched over to 
Byram Healthcare from Dexcom due to Dexcom not excepting my State Medicaid

I do not pay anything for my supplies.

I will say this, I got upgraded to the Dexcom G6 [not used it yet] and
waiting for my son to help me set it up[he can read] I managed to lose  the
transmitter.  I had 2 sighted  people and myself looking all over the house,
garbage, etc and even in the fenced in yard where 2 dogs get out several
times a day.  Came up empty handed, so I started calling around to see where
I could get a transmitter at the lowest price.  Cosco was the highest at
$299, B 
Byram Healthcare was $257 and Dexcom was $237, but at the time of ordering
it they told me it was a one time price at $195.  It is suppose to arrive
Monday  and I will keep it under lock & key until my son can help me & read
the directions.

I did not price it at Walmart, but my nephew is in charge of the pharmacies
in 17 Walmart stores in the Houston, Texas area.
Joyce

Joyce Kane
 Kane Kids Shop
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit
Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:53 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

Dar,

First, I would contact your healthcare provider directly and find out where
you can acquire Dexcom for the least cost out-of-pocket to you. If you visit
www.healthmarket.com, you can also find insurance experts in your area who
can answer questions. I get my Dexcom supplies through Byrim and only pay
$50 a month.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 9:09 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

I have been approved for the dex com.
The diabetic company I was working with who got me started with this, is out
of my humana range.
They are in a different state than myself.
So they are not able to service me.
I was asked to call the stores who would service humana and give me the
80 percent cost
One of the stores was wall greens.
With speaking to wall greens I am told I would have to pay $400 on a monthly
bases.
There is no way I will pay this kind of money to have convenience.
I also called costco who said I had to call my doctors office, ask them to
send me a referral. Then they would give me a cost, and if I didn't wish to
pay it I didn't have to.
I also called dex com where the recording said to use wall greens.
Again that one I won't use.
Thanks for your help on anyone who uses this and where do they go.
What is the cost.

--
--Dar
skype: dmgina23
  FB: dmgina
www.twitter.com/dmgina
every saint has a past
every sinner has a future

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From blindhands at aol.com  Thu Nov 21 17:19:47 2019
From: blindhands at aol.com (blindhands at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:19:47 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
References: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <014c01d5a08f$e00d4070$a027c150$@aol.com>

I don't know why you cannot use Dexcom directly.  I ordered my supplies
directly from Dexcom when I started out and I did pay a fee until I learned
they did not use my State Medicaid.  When I learned that I asked Dexcom if
they knew where I could get my supplies and that would use both insurances
and they put me in touch with 
Byram Healthcare. 

Joyce Kane
 Kane Kids Shop
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:09 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

I have been approved for the dex com.
The diabetic company I was working with who got me started with this, is out
of my humana range.
They are in a different state than myself.
So they are not able to service me.
I was asked to call the stores who would service humana and give me the
80 percent cost
One of the stores was wall greens.
With speaking to wall greens I am told I would have to pay $400 on a monthly
bases.
There is no way I will pay this kind of money to have convenience.
I also called costco who said I had to call my doctors office, ask them to
send me a referral. Then they would give me a cost, and if I didn't wish to
pay it I didn't have to.
I also called dex com where the recording said to use wall greens.
Again that one I won't use.
Thanks for your help on anyone who uses this and where do they go.
What is the cost.

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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Thu Nov 21 17:26:58 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 11:26:58 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
References: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <024001d5a090$e16e88b0$a44b9a10$@gmail.com>

When I switched to Humana, I had to change who supplied my pump supplies.
Dexcom is covering my Dexcom supplies though.  That is beside the point,
since I think different plans under the same insurance have different
providers, etc.  I now get my pump supplies through CCS Medical, and I know
that they said that they could also supply my Dexcom supplies.  Like
Bridget, I only pay $50 a month for supplies, and CCS Medical quoted me the
same price.  I chose to stay with Dexcom though, but I had to go to CCS
Medical to get my pump supplies.  I will be switching to Aetna insurance in
January, and CCS Medical is one of their approved suppliers.  

Here is their number:  1-800-413-2875.
-----Original Message-----
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via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 9:09 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

I have been approved for the dex com.
The diabetic company I was working with who got me started with this, is out
of my humana range.
They are in a different state than myself.
So they are not able to service me.
I was asked to call the stores who would service humana and give me the
80 percent cost
One of the stores was wall greens.
With speaking to wall greens I am told I would have to pay $400 on a monthly
bases.
There is no way I will pay this kind of money to have convenience.
I also called costco who said I had to call my doctors office, ask them to
send me a referral. Then they would give me a cost, and if I didn't wish to
pay it I didn't have to.
I also called dex com where the recording said to use wall greens.
Again that one I won't use.
Thanks for your help on anyone who uses this and where do they go.
What is the cost.

--
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From doula.jarboe at gmail.com  Thu Nov 21 19:25:43 2019
From: doula.jarboe at gmail.com (Doula Jarboe)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:25:43 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <0cf601d5a083$b28358d0$178a0a70$@gmail.com>
References: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
	<0cf601d5a083$b28358d0$178a0a70$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAOZMXT=gL-ahzunOdKiP+BZ6OZJ4gCod3NvNQ7Yu_i08Js5BZg@mail.gmail.com>

  I get my Dexcom supplies directly through Dexcom.  And I have Humana
Gold.  I've only had a copay a couple of times in the past year, but
when I have, it's been around 50 dollars.  There's a specific part of
Dexcom that only deals with Medicare.  So I'd recommend either talking
with someone through Human about your plan and what they will cover
with the Dexcom, or talk with someone at Dexcom who deals with
Medicare.  Either way, you shouldn't have to pay 400 dollars a month.



From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Thu Nov 21 20:57:23 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 15:57:23 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <CAOZMXT=gL-ahzunOdKiP+BZ6OZJ4gCod3NvNQ7Yu_i08Js5BZg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>	<0cf601d5a083$b28358d0$178a0a70$@gmail.com>
	<CAOZMXT=gL-ahzunOdKiP+BZ6OZJ4gCod3NvNQ7Yu_i08Js5BZg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <001701d5a0ae$475f9de0$d61ed9a0$@neo.rr.com>

FYI... Some health companies and plans will pay for CGMs and supplies at
100% if 64 or 65 and older... No, I'm not receiving this lol but did have
this asked if this was something I would need/consider. My insurance is
Medical Mutual.

Rick


-----Original Message-----
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Jarboe via Diabetes-Talk
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To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Doula Jarboe <doula.jarboe at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

  I get my Dexcom supplies directly through Dexcom.  And I have Humana Gold.
I've only had a copay a couple of times in the past year, but when I have,
it's been around 50 dollars.  There's a specific part of Dexcom that only
deals with Medicare.  So I'd recommend either talking with someone through
Human about your plan and what they will cover with the Dexcom, or talk with
someone at Dexcom who deals with Medicare.  Either way, you shouldn't have
to pay 400 dollars a month.

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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov 21 21:30:30 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 16:30:30 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
Message-ID: <f7f25d66.8917.49b5.b840.42c1ba3be559@samobile.net>

I just called them back, where I was told they would look into it for me.
Then they took all of my information, saying I was quoted the wrong payment.
I shouldn't have to pay $400 for everything.
We shall see what happens.
I shared that folks are paying $50 for the inserts, I would like to pay 
that amount.
Very nice gentleman.

Original message:
> I don't know why you cannot use Dexcom directly.  I ordered my supplies
> directly from Dexcom when I started out and I did pay a fee until I learned
> they did not use my State Medicaid.  When I learned that I asked Dexcom if
> they knew where I could get my supplies and that would use both insurances
> and they put me in touch with
> Byram Healthcare.

> Joyce Kane
>  Kane Kids Shop
> https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:09 AM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

> I have been approved for the dex com.
> The diabetic company I was working with who got me started with this, is out
> of my humana range.
> They are in a different state than myself.
> So they are not able to service me.
> I was asked to call the stores who would service humana and give me the
> 80 percent cost
> One of the stores was wall greens.
> With speaking to wall greens I am told I would have to pay $400 on a monthly
> bases.
> There is no way I will pay this kind of money to have convenience.
> I also called costco who said I had to call my doctors office, ask them to
> send me a referral. Then they would give me a cost, and if I didn't wish to
> pay it I didn't have to.
> I also called dex com where the recording said to use wall greens.
> Again that one I won't use.
> Thanks for your help on anyone who uses this and where do they go.
> What is the cost.

> --
> --Dar
> skype: dmgina23
>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
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> every sinner has a future

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Thu Nov 21 22:26:44 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 16:26:44 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <f7f25d66.8917.49b5.b840.42c1ba3be559@samobile.net>
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Message-ID: <0d9a01d5a0ba$c1ed4010$45c7c030$@gmail.com>

$400 seems weird. When I was looking into paying for Dexcom out-of-pocket,
it was only going to cost $250 a month for supplies. 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 3:31 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

I just called them back, where I was told they would look into it for me.
Then they took all of my information, saying I was quoted the wrong payment.
I shouldn't have to pay $400 for everything.
We shall see what happens.
I shared that folks are paying $50 for the inserts, I would like to pay that
amount.
Very nice gentleman.

Original message:
> I don't know why you cannot use Dexcom directly.  I ordered my 
> supplies directly from Dexcom when I started out and I did pay a fee 
> until I learned they did not use my State Medicaid.  When I learned 
> that I asked Dexcom if they knew where I could get my supplies and 
> that would use both insurances and they put me in touch with Byram 
> Healthcare.

> Joyce Kane
>  Kane Kids Shop
> https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d 
> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:09 AM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com

> I have been approved for the dex com.
> The diabetic company I was working with who got me started with this, 
> is out of my humana range.
> They are in a different state than myself.
> So they are not able to service me.
> I was asked to call the stores who would service humana and give me 
> the
> 80 percent cost
> One of the stores was wall greens.
> With speaking to wall greens I am told I would have to pay $400 on a 
> monthly bases.
> There is no way I will pay this kind of money to have convenience.
> I also called costco who said I had to call my doctors office, ask 
> them to send me a referral. Then they would give me a cost, and if I 
> didn't wish to pay it I didn't have to.
> I also called dex com where the recording said to use wall greens.
> Again that one I won't use.
> Thanks for your help on anyone who uses this and where do they go.
> What is the cost.

> --
> --Dar
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>   FB: dmgina
> www.twitter.com/dmgina
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> every sinner has a future

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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Fri Nov 22 01:09:49 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 17:09:49 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <06f901d59f4a$21074ae0$6315e0a0$@neo.rr.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com><017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>	<02d901d59f44$1bdba670$5392f350$@aol.com>	<5D71CE1694EA4086A1C82003BAA02E28@eileen>
	<06f901d59f4a$21074ae0$6315e0a0$@neo.rr.com>
Message-ID: <014101d5a0d1$897fa2b0$9c7ee810$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Rick, I don't know of any pump that attempts to show an A1C. I've only seen
that in the Dexcom Clarity app. Since most pumps don't have that many
glucose readings, if any, they probably can't really predict that. There was
an Animas that showed averages for blood sugar readings, exactly as they'd
show on the meter, but they made no attempt to convert anything to match A1C
levels.
I'm inclined to agree with your assessment, Eileen as to how Joyce's docs
evaluated her status.
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Very possible but I am wondering if any pump has the 90-day A1C to simply
see if there is one with more than the next... TKS...

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Eileen
Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:56 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Eileen Scrivani <etscrivani at verizon.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

It could be that when your diabetes team looks at the data from your insulin
pump they are looking not at what your glucose levels are, but the times &
amounts of insulin that are being given either through the bolis levels &
the basil rates. Then they look at the glucose levelse from your CGM and
compare the two different records from two different systems to determine if
they need to make adjustments to the insulin amounts.

Eileen

From: blindhands--- via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:44 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' 
Cc: blindhands at aol.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Last time I was in to the endocrinologist  office an AC1 was done and it was
a bit elevated since the Last time I was in.  They went out nurse & doc with
my pump and came back after viewing the Pump records and the Dexcom  records
and told me that in the last month I was 7.6  and the AC1 was mid 8.  So she
had to be able to figure out down to a shorter time what my blood sugars and
AC1 was.  I don't know how, but she came back in and told me she was going
to leave things alone.  She had drop my insulin rate during the night as the
time before I was having low blood sugars during the night and the Dexcom
alert woke me up so I could take something.


Joyce Kane
Kane Kids Shop
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/.../shop/Directory_Departments?store...


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.

Thanks bunches all...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Fri Nov 22 01:37:23 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 20:37:23 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...
In-Reply-To: <014101d5a0d1$897fa2b0$9c7ee810$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <012701d59e63$899fa670$9cdef350$@neo.rr.com>	<001201d59e74$266250b0$7326f210$@laurelcreekmusic.com><017401d59eca$e3d6df70$ab849e50$@neo.rr.com>	<02d901d59f44$1bdba670$5392f350$@aol.com>	<5D71CE1694EA4086A1C82003BAA02E28@eileen>	<06f901d59f4a$21074ae0$6315e0a0$@neo.rr.com>
	<014101d5a0d1$897fa2b0$9c7ee810$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <022101d5a0d5$65139cc0$2f3ad640$@neo.rr.com>

Thank you for the confirmation Veronica. I do appreciate you... 

Rick

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 8:10 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Rick, I don't know of any pump that attempts to show an A1C. I've only seen
that in the Dexcom Clarity app. Since most pumps don't have that many
glucose readings, if any, they probably can't really predict that. There was
an Animas that showed averages for blood sugar readings, exactly as they'd
show on the meter, but they made no attempt to convert anything to match A1C
levels.
I'm inclined to agree with your assessment, Eileen as to how Joyce's docs
evaluated her status.
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:28 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Very possible but I am wondering if any pump has the 90-day A1C to simply
see if there is one with more than the next... TKS...

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Eileen
Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:56 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Eileen Scrivani <etscrivani at verizon.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

It could be that when your diabetes team looks at the data from your insulin
pump they are looking not at what your glucose levels are, but the times &
amounts of insulin that are being given either through the bolis levels &
the basil rates. Then they look at the glucose levelse from your CGM and
compare the two different records from two different systems to determine if
they need to make adjustments to the insulin amounts.

Eileen

From: blindhands--- via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:44 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' 
Cc: blindhands at aol.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Last time I was in to the endocrinologist  office an AC1 was done and it was
a bit elevated since the Last time I was in.  They went out nurse & doc with
my pump and came back after viewing the Pump records and the Dexcom  records
and told me that in the last month I was 7.6  and the AC1 was mid 8.  So she
had to be able to figure out down to a shorter time what my blood sugars and
AC1 was.  I don't know how, but she came back in and told me she was going
to leave things alone.  She had drop my insulin rate during the night as the
time before I was having low blood sugars during the night and the Dexcom
alert woke me up so I could take something.


Joyce Kane
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-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Rick
Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:17 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rick Mladek <hmladek at neo.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

The history found only tells about insulin delivery and alarms. Nothing
regarding glucose levels. I am asking if any pumps have history of blood
glucose levels that help your Physician figure your A1C.

Thanks bunches all...

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 7:56 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

In many pumps, the history goes back 3 months or more. 
Veronica


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-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2019 2:57 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] pump questions regarding history...

Hi all,

With insulin pumps from the Companies presently offering, do these pumps
offer a history and if so, how many days of history are saved? Just thinking
too much obviously... lol.

Be well,

Rick



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From sheila.leigland at gmail.com  Sat Nov 23 04:41:21 2019
From: sheila.leigland at gmail.com (sheila leigland)
Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 21:41:21 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
In-Reply-To: <024001d5a090$e16e88b0$a44b9a10$@gmail.com>
References: <2aa2d8d1.dd23.4762.bb3b.6653e979827c@samobile.net>
	<024001d5a090$e16e88b0$a44b9a10$@gmail.com>
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hello, in Montana the plans that are available are very limitted. for 
instance in great falls where my husband and I live your choices are 
humanna ore the plan through blue cross blue shield, and, each county in 
our state doesn't offer the same plans statewide.

On 11/21/2019 10:26 AM, Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk wrote:
> When I switched to Humana, I had to change who supplied my pump supplies.
> Dexcom is covering my Dexcom supplies though.  That is beside the point,
> since I think different plans under the same insurance have different
> providers, etc.  I now get my pump supplies through CCS Medical, and I know
> that they said that they could also supply my Dexcom supplies.  Like
> Bridget, I only pay $50 a month for supplies, and CCS Medical quoted me the
> same price.  I chose to stay with Dexcom though, but I had to go to CCS
> Medical to get my pump supplies.  I will be switching to Aetna insurance in
> January, and CCS Medical is one of their approved suppliers.
>
> Here is their number:  1-800-413-2875.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina
> via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 9:09 AM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] dex com
>
> I have been approved for the dex com.
> The diabetic company I was working with who got me started with this, is out
> of my humana range.
> They are in a different state than myself.
> So they are not able to service me.
> I was asked to call the stores who would service humana and give me the
> 80 percent cost
> One of the stores was wall greens.
> With speaking to wall greens I am told I would have to pay $400 on a monthly
> bases.
> There is no way I will pay this kind of money to have convenience.
> I also called costco who said I had to call my doctors office, ask them to
> send me a referral. Then they would give me a cost, and if I didn't wish to
> pay it I didn't have to.
> I also called dex com where the recording said to use wall greens.
> Again that one I won't use.
> Thanks for your help on anyone who uses this and where do they go.
> What is the cost.
>
> --
> --Dar
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> every sinner has a future
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From diana56cook at gmail.com  Sat Nov 23 17:34:46 2019
From: diana56cook at gmail.com (Diana Cook)
Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 12:34:46 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] CGM and pump accessibility
In-Reply-To: <00ab01d597f1$47ee26c0$d7ca7440$@gmail.com>
References: <00ab01d597f1$47ee26c0$d7ca7440$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <9E20980F-1992-4E9D-8BE1-C12358788161@gmail.com>

Thank you so much! I have been type 1 for 70 years and a pumper since they became user friendly. I am now 81 and concerned about my future. Like you I don?t loose sleep over it. My son and I live together and he said he would be my caregiver as long as possible. I am so thankful for that. He is on total disability and has learning disabilities...does not grasp the diabetic meal plan. Because of balance plus the vision situation, he does most of the cooking, etc.  I know God?s plan will unfold for me but that I need to do my part. Being technically challenged does not help. Thanks again!  Diana cook

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 10, 2019, at 1:04 PM, Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hello Everyone,
> 
> Thanks to all for your comments.
> The comments assist me in having a better understanding of what has been
> done to further the development of accessible equipment for the blind
> diabetics.
> 
> I was attempting to keep my previous message short and to the point as in so
> doing perhaps did not give enough detail as to my current and future
> concerns.
> 
> I have had Type I for 55 years and been using a pump for 20 years. I have
> been living for the last 7 years in a senior independent continuum care
> community. I feel very blessed in the ability to do so. We have exercise
> equipment and classes; transportation; a nurse 5 days a week and an optional
> dining room to use.
> I do cook and live independently. I use the Dexcom G5 with a Prodigy
> glucometer. Just this past week I was trained on the Medtronic pump which
> many of you are using. Switching over from the Animas has been a sad
> occurrence but I will succeed!
> 
> I have family history of both Dementia and Depression. Therefore my concerns
> are for the potential of no longer being able to cognitively manage my
> diabetes. I don't wring my hands over this but feel it best to seek out
> potentials while I still can.
> 
> My endocrinologist is wonderful yet she was not aware of the Medtronic
> trade. I failed to thoroughly read the letter that was sent out by Animas.
> When my doctor told me, "I don't know what to do.", I was quite devastated.
> She said I can not use the pens as I am on so little insulin. Anyway, I
> wasn't going to give up and found this NFB group.
> 
> What a blessing you all have been. 
> 
> I will continue to hold fast to the belief that through God's help and our
> diligence we can overcome.
> 
> Blessings and Peace,
> 
> Verlyn
> 
> 
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From dianefilipe at comcast.net  Sat Nov 23 21:26:21 2019
From: dianefilipe at comcast.net (dianefilipe at comcast.net)
Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 14:26:21 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] CGM and pump accessibility
In-Reply-To: <9E20980F-1992-4E9D-8BE1-C12358788161@gmail.com>
References: <9E20980F-1992-4E9D-8BE1-C12358788161@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <12E2526B-F442-413A-BD4E-55FFC48DE142@comcast.net>

GOD BLESS YOU Diana!
Diane

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 23, 2019, at 10:36 AM, Diana Cook via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Thank you so much! I have been type 1 for 70 years and a pumper since they became user friendly. I am now 81 and concerned about my future. Like you I don?t loose sleep over it. My son and I live together and he said he would be my caregiver as long as possible. I am so thankful for that. He is on total disability and has learning disabilities...does not grasp the diabetic meal plan. Because of balance plus the vision situation, he does most of the cooking, etc.  I know God?s plan will unfold for me but that I need to do my part. Being technically challenged does not help. Thanks again!  Diana cook
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Nov 10, 2019, at 1:04 PM, Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hello Everyone,
>> 
>> Thanks to all for your comments.
>> The comments assist me in having a better understanding of what has been
>> done to further the development of accessible equipment for the blind
>> diabetics.
>> 
>> I was attempting to keep my previous message short and to the point as in so
>> doing perhaps did not give enough detail as to my current and future
>> concerns.
>> 
>> I have had Type I for 55 years and been using a pump for 20 years. I have
>> been living for the last 7 years in a senior independent continuum care
>> community. I feel very blessed in the ability to do so. We have exercise
>> equipment and classes; transportation; a nurse 5 days a week and an optional
>> dining room to use.
>> I do cook and live independently. I use the Dexcom G5 with a Prodigy
>> glucometer. Just this past week I was trained on the Medtronic pump which
>> many of you are using. Switching over from the Animas has been a sad
>> occurrence but I will succeed!
>> 
>> I have family history of both Dementia and Depression. Therefore my concerns
>> are for the potential of no longer being able to cognitively manage my
>> diabetes. I don't wring my hands over this but feel it best to seek out
>> potentials while I still can.
>> 
>> My endocrinologist is wonderful yet she was not aware of the Medtronic
>> trade. I failed to thoroughly read the letter that was sent out by Animas.
>> When my doctor told me, "I don't know what to do.", I was quite devastated.
>> She said I can not use the pens as I am on so little insulin. Anyway, I
>> wasn't going to give up and found this NFB group.
>> 
>> What a blessing you all have been. 
>> 
>> I will continue to hold fast to the belief that through God's help and our
>> diligence we can overcome.
>> 
>> Blessings and Peace,
>> 
>> Verlyn
>> 
>> 
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>> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
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>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for Diabetes-Talk:
>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org/diana56cook%40gmail.com
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Sat Nov 23 22:43:05 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 14:43:05 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
Message-ID: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Hi everyone.
With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future
accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm probably
not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing it. But for
those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app on your
phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app. 
It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 30
units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I played
with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. It seems to
only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it has more choices
in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the cartridge
is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable temperature
range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when to take
long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple pens to the
app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes part of the
report your doc sees.
When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it looked
like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. If I'm reading
it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.

https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen

Hope this is helpful.
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






From joystigile at gmail.com  Sun Nov 24 00:13:04 2019
From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com)
Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 16:13:04 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <001201d5a25b$f1ae6700$d50b3500$@gmail.com>

Hi Veronica,
I also received this notice and I thought it might be accessible.  Thanks
for letting us believe for now that it will be!  I can't wait to try it out,
too.  Pink is for me!
Warmly, Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 2:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Hi everyone.
With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future
accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm probably
not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing it. But for
those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app on your
phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app. 
It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 30
units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I played
with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. It seems to
only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it has more choices
in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the cartridge
is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable temperature
range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when to take
long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple pens to the
app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes part of the
report your doc sees.
When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it looked
like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. If I'm reading
it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.

https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen

Hope this is helpful.
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




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From etscrivani at verizon.net  Sun Nov 24 00:15:12 2019
From: etscrivani at verizon.net (Eileen Scrivani)
Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 19:15:12 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <130B8F7491F441E4BA66A267B9548E61@eileen>

Veronica,

Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for it then and only then would I consider using pens again.

Thanks.

Eileen
From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk 
Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' 
Cc: Veronica Elsea 
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Hi everyone.
With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future
accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm probably
not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing it. But for
those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app on your
phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app. 
It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 30
units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I played
with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. It seems to
only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it has more choices
in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the cartridge
is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable temperature
range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when to take
long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple pens to the
app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes part of the
report your doc sees.
When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it looked
like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. If I'm reading
it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.

https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen

Hope this is helpful.
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




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From letsdanceintx at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 02:28:31 2019
From: letsdanceintx at gmail.com (Verlyn Baldwin)
Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 20:28:31 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] CGM and Pump Accessibility
Message-ID: <002a01d5a338$0837d330$18a77990$@gmail.com>

		Dianna,

Thank you for  your response. Knowing that you have your son to help out is
uplifting.

Best to you both,

Verlyn




From letsdanceintx at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 03:01:54 2019
From: letsdanceintx at gmail.com (Verlyn Baldwin)
Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 21:01:54 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
Message-ID: <007401d5a33c$b1d502b0$157f0810$@gmail.com>

Hey everyone,

I have not received the letter Veronica mentioned. I am so glad she told us
about it.

If I find out any more about the accessibility in regards to the filling the
cartridges and the phone app I will be sure to write.

Currently I have been using the Trusiba long acting pen and the Humalog
Junior for the fast acting. I find the pens very easy to use and extremely
accessible for the blind. They both do not need to be refrigerated after
having been used the first time; they both have audible clicks; the pens can
be turned back if you click too many times or forget how many times you've
clicked; once the injection is completed the knob returns to the starting
position; once the pen is empty you can no longer turn the knob. I'm
supposing when you get out your last pen from the box that contains five
pens it would be wise to make sure to get another box! The Humalog Junior
delivers in 1/2 increments. The needles are used once  and easy to use and
don't hurt like the lancets do when testing our blood sugar.

I am finding the cost to be very similar to that of my co-pays of when I was
using the pump.

I am still attempting to "fine-tune" my dosages but getting closer to a
regimen. Often I wish I could just reach down and give myself a bolus
However I do enjoy not having tubing and a pump hanging from me.

The answer to taking insulin at meal times when not at home is still
something I need suggestions for. The needles will not go through clothing.
So far guessing what my carb ratio will be for the meal soon to be eaten and
taking the insulin in a place that is comfortable for me is what seems to
work out best right now. 

If others on the list that use the pens have figured out how to handle those
situations when they are out and about and go out to eat I'd love to hear
what solutions you have come up with.

All in all using the pens is not as horrible as I thought it might be.

May everyone enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving,

Verlyn




From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Mon Nov 25 03:17:09 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 19:17:09 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <130B8F7491F441E4BA66A267B9548E61@eileen>
References: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<130B8F7491F441E4BA66A267B9548E61@eileen>
Message-ID: <000f01d5a33e$d2e43a50$78acaef0$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the cartridges, you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place the cartridge into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain number of units of insulin. I remember dealing with those in the late eighties. I liked the cases that used to come with those old pen. Made it much easier to cope with carrying needles with you in public. No idea what I'd do now if I had to do that. 
Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I thought of you when I read the article because it might make it easier down the road should you reach the point where you feel you need more assistance with management. 
For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the less fear there is when things change.
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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
Cc: Eileen Scrivani
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Veronica,

Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for it then and only then would I consider using pens again.

Thanks.

Eileen
From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk 
Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' 
Cc: Veronica Elsea 
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Hi everyone.
With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future
accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm probably
not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing it. But for
those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app on your
phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app. 
It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 30
units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I played
with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. It seems to
only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it has more choices
in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the cartridge
is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable temperature
range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when to take
long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple pens to the
app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes part of the
report your doc sees.
When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it looked
like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. If I'm reading
it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.

https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen

Hope this is helpful.
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




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From dmgina at mysero.net  Mon Nov 25 03:44:45 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 22:44:45 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
Message-ID: <c9fc0dad.3069.415d.a44a.4b804f62b461@samobile.net>

I like to sit at a booth, to make sure I would be on the inside where 
no one would see me give myself the shot.
Or if I wish to use an arm I use the arm that is on the inside of the booth.
No one asks questions.
I was told bathrooms are not a good idea.
They are not clean enough,
I hope this helps.

Original message:
> Hey everyone,

> I have not received the letter Veronica mentioned. I am so glad she told us
> about it.

> If I find out any more about the accessibility in regards to the filling the
> cartridges and the phone app I will be sure to write.

> Currently I have been using the Trusiba long acting pen and the Humalog
> Junior for the fast acting. I find the pens very easy to use and extremely
> accessible for the blind. They both do not need to be refrigerated after
> having been used the first time; they both have audible clicks; the pens can
> be turned back if you click too many times or forget how many times you've
> clicked; once the injection is completed the knob returns to the starting
> position; once the pen is empty you can no longer turn the knob. I'm
> supposing when you get out your last pen from the box that contains five
> pens it would be wise to make sure to get another box! The Humalog Junior
> delivers in 1/2 increments. The needles are used once  and easy to use and
> don't hurt like the lancets do when testing our blood sugar.

> I am finding the cost to be very similar to that of my co-pays of when I was
> using the pump.

> I am still attempting to "fine-tune" my dosages but getting closer to a
> regimen. Often I wish I could just reach down and give myself a bolus
> However I do enjoy not having tubing and a pump hanging from me.

> The answer to taking insulin at meal times when not at home is still
> something I need suggestions for. The needles will not go through clothing.
> So far guessing what my carb ratio will be for the meal soon to be eaten and
> taking the insulin in a place that is comfortable for me is what seems to
> work out best right now.

> If others on the list that use the pens have figured out how to handle those
> situations when they are out and about and go out to eat I'd love to hear
> what solutions you have come up with.

> All in all using the pens is not as horrible as I thought it might be.

> May everyone enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving,

> Verlyn


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From dmgina at mysero.net  Mon Nov 25 03:51:37 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 22:51:37 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
Message-ID: <0329b5d9.b05d.49cd.8ac9.97b0fe357b2a@samobile.net>

Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that comes 
with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
Oh that would be wonderful.
Is it ready for buying?
If so please share the name again.
I like that.

Original message:
> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at 
> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the cartridges, 
> you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place the cartridge 
> into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain number of units of 
> insulin. I remember dealing with those in the late eighties. I liked 
> the cases that used to come with those old pen. Made it much easier to 
> cope with carrying needles with you in public. No idea what I'd do now 
> if I had to do that.
> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the 
> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone 
> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I thought 
> of you when I read the article because it might make it easier down the 
> road should you reach the point where you feel you need more assistance 
> with management.
> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the 
> less fear there is when things change.
> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

> Veronica,

> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible 
> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really have 
> an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at the 
> point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for it then 
> and only then would I consider using pens again.

> Thanks.

> Eileen
> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Veronica Elsea
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

> Hi everyone.
> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future
> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm probably
> not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing it. But for
> those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app on your
> phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 30
> units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I played
> with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. It seems to
> only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it has more choices
> in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the cartridge
> is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable temperature
> range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when to take
> long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple pens to the
> app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes part of the
> report your doc sees.
> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it looked
> like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. If I'm reading
> it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.

> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen

> Hope this is helpful.
> 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




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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 04:00:37 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 22:00:37 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
In-Reply-To: <007401d5a33c$b1d502b0$157f0810$@gmail.com>
References: <007401d5a33c$b1d502b0$157f0810$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <114c01d5a344$e5bb7930$b1326b90$@gmail.com>

I haven't used the pens in years, but when I did, I used the short needle
caps and it went through most clothing fine. Most tops was not a problem.
Now, it didn't poke through denim, but for me, poking it through cotton or
cotton blends, which most tops are made out of, worked fine. I personally
didn't care if I had to give myself a shot in public. If wearing short
sleeves, it's easy to inject in the back of the arm. I preferred my tummy,
so I would discreetly pull up my top just enough to inject into my tummy.
Usually, no one could tell. But even if they did, I didn't much mind.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2019 9:02 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion

Hey everyone,

I have not received the letter Veronica mentioned. I am so glad she told us
about it.

If I find out any more about the accessibility in regards to the filling the
cartridges and the phone app I will be sure to write.

Currently I have been using the Trusiba long acting pen and the Humalog
Junior for the fast acting. I find the pens very easy to use and extremely
accessible for the blind. They both do not need to be refrigerated after
having been used the first time; they both have audible clicks; the pens can
be turned back if you click too many times or forget how many times you've
clicked; once the injection is completed the knob returns to the starting
position; once the pen is empty you can no longer turn the knob. I'm
supposing when you get out your last pen from the box that contains five
pens it would be wise to make sure to get another box! The Humalog Junior
delivers in 1/2 increments. The needles are used once  and easy to use and
don't hurt like the lancets do when testing our blood sugar.

I am finding the cost to be very similar to that of my co-pays of when I was
using the pump.

I am still attempting to "fine-tune" my dosages but getting closer to a
regimen. Often I wish I could just reach down and give myself a bolus
However I do enjoy not having tubing and a pump hanging from me.

The answer to taking insulin at meal times when not at home is still
something I need suggestions for. The needles will not go through clothing.
So far guessing what my carb ratio will be for the meal soon to be eaten and
taking the insulin in a place that is comfortable for me is what seems to
work out best right now. 

If others on the list that use the pens have figured out how to handle those
situations when they are out and about and go out to eat I'd love to hear
what solutions you have come up with.

All in all using the pens is not as horrible as I thought it might be.

May everyone enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving,

Verlyn


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From amber.wallens at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 04:17:47 2019
From: amber.wallens at gmail.com (Amber Wallenstein)
Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 22:17:47 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
In-Reply-To: <114c01d5a344$e5bb7930$b1326b90$@gmail.com>
References: <007401d5a33c$b1d502b0$157f0810$@gmail.com>
	<114c01d5a344$e5bb7930$b1326b90$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <7AD36F98-3460-4E75-8BE6-39A0253BC267@gmail.com>

When I am out in public I need to give myself a shot, I do use my tummy. I just discreetly pull up my top a little bit and inject. But like most I don?t really care if people see me inject. It?s not a big deal to me.
Amber

> On Nov 24, 2019, at 10:00 PM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> I haven't used the pens in years, but when I did, I used the short needle
> caps and it went through most clothing fine. Most tops was not a problem.
> Now, it didn't poke through denim, but for me, poking it through cotton or
> cotton blends, which most tops are made out of, worked fine. I personally
> didn't care if I had to give myself a shot in public. If wearing short
> sleeves, it's easy to inject in the back of the arm. I preferred my tummy,
> so I would discreetly pull up my top just enough to inject into my tummy.
> Usually, no one could tell. But even if they did, I didn't much mind.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
> Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2019 9:02 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
> 
> Hey everyone,
> 
> I have not received the letter Veronica mentioned. I am so glad she told us
> about it.
> 
> If I find out any more about the accessibility in regards to the filling the
> cartridges and the phone app I will be sure to write.
> 
> Currently I have been using the Trusiba long acting pen and the Humalog
> Junior for the fast acting. I find the pens very easy to use and extremely
> accessible for the blind. They both do not need to be refrigerated after
> having been used the first time; they both have audible clicks; the pens can
> be turned back if you click too many times or forget how many times you've
> clicked; once the injection is completed the knob returns to the starting
> position; once the pen is empty you can no longer turn the knob. I'm
> supposing when you get out your last pen from the box that contains five
> pens it would be wise to make sure to get another box! The Humalog Junior
> delivers in 1/2 increments. The needles are used once  and easy to use and
> don't hurt like the lancets do when testing our blood sugar.
> 
> I am finding the cost to be very similar to that of my co-pays of when I was
> using the pump.
> 
> I am still attempting to "fine-tune" my dosages but getting closer to a
> regimen. Often I wish I could just reach down and give myself a bolus
> However I do enjoy not having tubing and a pump hanging from me.
> 
> The answer to taking insulin at meal times when not at home is still
> something I need suggestions for. The needles will not go through clothing.
> So far guessing what my carb ratio will be for the meal soon to be eaten and
> taking the insulin in a place that is comfortable for me is what seems to
> work out best right now. 
> 
> If others on the list that use the pens have figured out how to handle those
> situations when they are out and about and go out to eat I'd love to hear
> what solutions you have come up with.
> 
> All in all using the pens is not as horrible as I thought it might be.
> 
> May everyone enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving,
> 
> Verlyn
> 
> 
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From bernienfb75 at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 13:34:46 2019
From: bernienfb75 at gmail.com (Bernadette Jacobs)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 08:34:46 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <0329b5d9.b05d.49cd.8ac9.97b0fe357b2a@samobile.net>
References: <0329b5d9.b05d.49cd.8ac9.97b0fe357b2a@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <CAO=LP_Mp9fQ=JGSq7b=W1VzkO9W7zFagpRe4vgKfjzrf04n3Ng@mail.gmail.com>

Good Morning:

Firstly, Veronica, I did not get the email you mentioned from Dexcom.

Secondly, I am really skiddish about something like this as somehow.
if I understand it correctly, I wouldn't bother to make more
unnecessary steps for myself.  I wouldn't have any reason to use all
that other stuff.  I, too simply inject wherever I am and wouldn't
think of trying to find the nearest germy bathroom to give myself a
shot???  Not on your life.  No matter what, I always come equipped
with my extra pens, needles and proper oral meds in the "weapon."  I
guess it's a matter of preference.  As I see it, this would be a poor
excuse for what we're aiming for in the first place--a totally
accessible pump...  Unfortunately, as all these claims have been in
the past--not gonna happen any time soon.  I am only speaking for
myself when I say this.  But, I would prefer not to have to mess with
these other gadgets in the meantime.

Have a great day gang!!

Bern

On 11/24/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that comes
> with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
> Oh that would be wonderful.
> Is it ready for buying?
> If so please share the name again.
> I like that.
>
> Original message:
>> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at
>> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the cartridges,
>> you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place the cartridge
>> into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain number of units of
>> insulin. I remember dealing with those in the late eighties. I liked
>> the cases that used to come with those old pen. Made it much easier to
>> cope with carrying needles with you in public. No idea what I'd do now
>> if I had to do that.
>> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the
>> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone
>> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I thought
>> of you when I read the article because it might make it easier down the
>> road should you reach the point where you feel you need more assistance
>> with management.
>> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the
>> less fear there is when things change.
>> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>
>> Veronica,
>
>> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible
>> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really have
>> an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at the
>> point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for it then
>> and only then would I consider using pens again.
>
>> Thanks.
>
>> Eileen
>> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>> Cc: Veronica Elsea
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>
>> Hi everyone.
>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future
>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm
>> probably
>> not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing it. But for
>> those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app on
>> your
>> phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 30
>> units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I played
>> with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. It seems to
>> only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it has more choices
>> in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the
>> app.
>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the
>> cartridge
>> is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable temperature
>> range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when to take
>> long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple pens to the
>> app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes part of the
>> report your doc sees.
>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it
>> looked
>> like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. If I'm
>> reading
>> it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>
>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>
>> Hope this is helpful.
>> 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
>
>
>
>
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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Mon Nov 25 13:39:32 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 08:39:32 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
In-Reply-To: <c9fc0dad.3069.415d.a44a.4b804f62b461@samobile.net>
References: <c9fc0dad.3069.415d.a44a.4b804f62b461@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <002e01d5a395$c550a930$4ff1fb90$@comcast.net>

I don't have to do it in public, but if I am using my stomach I know I can
discretely get my shot done if an emergency arose. With pockets and bags I
can keep things cleaner than if I go into a bathroom.

Jeanette

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of d
m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2019 10:45 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion

I like to sit at a booth, to make sure I would be on the inside where 
no one would see me give myself the shot.
Or if I wish to use an arm I use the arm that is on the inside of the booth.
No one asks questions.
I was told bathrooms are not a good idea.
They are not clean enough,
I hope this helps.

Original message:
> Hey everyone,

> I have not received the letter Veronica mentioned. I am so glad she told
us
> about it.

> If I find out any more about the accessibility in regards to the filling
the
> cartridges and the phone app I will be sure to write.

> Currently I have been using the Trusiba long acting pen and the Humalog
> Junior for the fast acting. I find the pens very easy to use and extremely
> accessible for the blind. They both do not need to be refrigerated after
> having been used the first time; they both have audible clicks; the pens
can
> be turned back if you click too many times or forget how many times you've
> clicked; once the injection is completed the knob returns to the starting
> position; once the pen is empty you can no longer turn the knob. I'm
> supposing when you get out your last pen from the box that contains five
> pens it would be wise to make sure to get another box! The Humalog Junior
> delivers in 1/2 increments. The needles are used once  and easy to use and
> don't hurt like the lancets do when testing our blood sugar.

> I am finding the cost to be very similar to that of my co-pays of when I
was
> using the pump.

> I am still attempting to "fine-tune" my dosages but getting closer to a
> regimen. Often I wish I could just reach down and give myself a bolus
> However I do enjoy not having tubing and a pump hanging from me.

> The answer to taking insulin at meal times when not at home is still
> something I need suggestions for. The needles will not go through
clothing.
> So far guessing what my carb ratio will be for the meal soon to be eaten
and
> taking the insulin in a place that is comfortable for me is what seems to
> work out best right now.

> If others on the list that use the pens have figured out how to handle
those
> situations when they are out and about and go out to eat I'd love to hear
> what solutions you have come up with.

> All in all using the pens is not as horrible as I thought it might be.

> May everyone enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving,

> Verlyn


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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Mon Nov 25 13:41:29 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 08:41:29 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
In-Reply-To: <114c01d5a344$e5bb7930$b1326b90$@gmail.com>
References: <007401d5a33c$b1d502b0$157f0810$@gmail.com>
	<114c01d5a344$e5bb7930$b1326b90$@gmail.com>
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When I travel I often put one needle on my pen so all I have to do is dial
up the dosage. Shot is easy, either through cotton or just under shirt. With
longer shirts it is easier to be discrete.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2019 11:01 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion

I haven't used the pens in years, but when I did, I used the short needle
caps and it went through most clothing fine. Most tops was not a problem.
Now, it didn't poke through denim, but for me, poking it through cotton or
cotton blends, which most tops are made out of, worked fine. I personally
didn't care if I had to give myself a shot in public. If wearing short
sleeves, it's easy to inject in the back of the arm. I preferred my tummy,
so I would discreetly pull up my top just enough to inject into my tummy.
Usually, no one could tell. But even if they did, I didn't much mind.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2019 9:02 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion

Hey everyone,

I have not received the letter Veronica mentioned. I am so glad she told us
about it.

If I find out any more about the accessibility in regards to the filling the
cartridges and the phone app I will be sure to write.

Currently I have been using the Trusiba long acting pen and the Humalog
Junior for the fast acting. I find the pens very easy to use and extremely
accessible for the blind. They both do not need to be refrigerated after
having been used the first time; they both have audible clicks; the pens can
be turned back if you click too many times or forget how many times you've
clicked; once the injection is completed the knob returns to the starting
position; once the pen is empty you can no longer turn the knob. I'm
supposing when you get out your last pen from the box that contains five
pens it would be wise to make sure to get another box! The Humalog Junior
delivers in 1/2 increments. The needles are used once  and easy to use and
don't hurt like the lancets do when testing our blood sugar.

I am finding the cost to be very similar to that of my co-pays of when I was
using the pump.

I am still attempting to "fine-tune" my dosages but getting closer to a
regimen. Often I wish I could just reach down and give myself a bolus
However I do enjoy not having tubing and a pump hanging from me.

The answer to taking insulin at meal times when not at home is still
something I need suggestions for. The needles will not go through clothing.
So far guessing what my carb ratio will be for the meal soon to be eaten and
taking the insulin in a place that is comfortable for me is what seems to
work out best right now. 

If others on the list that use the pens have figured out how to handle those
situations when they are out and about and go out to eat I'd love to hear
what solutions you have come up with.

All in all using the pens is not as horrible as I thought it might be.

May everyone enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving,

Verlyn


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From ntnmprt at hotmail.com  Mon Nov 25 15:00:55 2019
From: ntnmprt at hotmail.com (ed worrell)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:00:55 +0000
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <DM6PR05MB41392E025B0E6D9098AE6163A04A0@DM6PR05MB4139.namprd05.prod.outlook.com>

Hello,

I have actually just started using the Inpen as of three days ago. The app is very accessible with VoiceOver. There are a few things that VoiceOver doesn?t read but they are not viable for the use of the Inpen with the app.

The set up process is amazingly accessible and simple. If will ask you to dose a surrten amount *Note: This is without an insulin cartridge in the pen. This is how you pair the pen with bluetooth. After you dose the amount and push the plunger all the way you will double tap the pair button. It will go through a status bar of which is read by voiceover beautifully. After that is done you will now place the cartridge in the pen and prime it. This only took about 6 units for me. They tell  you to do this in 2 unit increments.

I hope this helps,

Ed Worrell.  

> On Nov 23, 2019, at 3:43 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi everyone.
> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future
> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm probably
> not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing it. But for
> those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app on your
> phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app. 
> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 30
> units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I played
> with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. It seems to
> only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it has more choices
> in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the cartridge
> is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable temperature
> range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when to take
> long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple pens to the
> app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes part of the
> report your doc sees.
> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it looked
> like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. If I'm reading
> it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
> 
> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
> 
> Hope this is helpful.
> 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
> 
> 
> 
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 15:02:03 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 09:02:03 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <CAO=LP_Mp9fQ=JGSq7b=W1VzkO9W7zFagpRe4vgKfjzrf04n3Ng@mail.gmail.com>
References: <0329b5d9.b05d.49cd.8ac9.97b0fe357b2a@samobile.net>
	<CAO=LP_Mp9fQ=JGSq7b=W1VzkO9W7zFagpRe4vgKfjzrf04n3Ng@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <11a901d5a3a1$4c47e560$e4d7b020$@gmail.com>

Bern,

I agree with you, but since accessible pumps are not on the horizon, we will need something for us pump users once our warranty is up. This iPen sounds similar to a pump and may be an option for those of us wanting to stay on a pump but having no other options available in terms of actual pumps. Like a pump, it seems like it has similar control with insulin release, which is what I hate to give up with my pump. But for injecting in public, like I said, I don't care if people see me do it. But I also breastfed in public, so... grin.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:35 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Good Morning:

Firstly, Veronica, I did not get the email you mentioned from Dexcom.

Secondly, I am really skiddish about something like this as somehow.
if I understand it correctly, I wouldn't bother to make more unnecessary steps for myself.  I wouldn't have any reason to use all that other stuff.  I, too simply inject wherever I am and wouldn't think of trying to find the nearest germy bathroom to give myself a shot???  Not on your life.  No matter what, I always come equipped with my extra pens, needles and proper oral meds in the "weapon."  I guess it's a matter of preference.  As I see it, this would be a poor excuse for what we're aiming for in the first place--a totally accessible pump...  Unfortunately, as all these claims have been in the past--not gonna happen any time soon.  I am only speaking for myself when I say this.  But, I would prefer not to have to mess with these other gadgets in the meantime.

Have a great day gang!!

Bern

On 11/24/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that 
> comes with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
> Oh that would be wonderful.
> Is it ready for buying?
> If so please share the name again.
> I like that.
>
> Original message:
>> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at 
>> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the 
>> cartridges, you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place 
>> the cartridge into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain 
>> number of units of insulin. I remember dealing with those in the late 
>> eighties. I liked the cases that used to come with those old pen. 
>> Made it much easier to cope with carrying needles with you in public. 
>> No idea what I'd do now if I had to do that.
>> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the 
>> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone 
>> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I thought 
>> of you when I read the article because it might make it easier down 
>> the road should you reach the point where you feel you need more 
>> assistance with management.
>> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the 
>> less fear there is when things change.
>> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>
>> Veronica,
>
>> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible 
>> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really 
>> have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at 
>> the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for 
>> it then and only then would I consider using pens again.
>
>> Thanks.
>
>> Eileen
>> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>> Cc: Veronica Elsea
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>
>> Hi everyone.
>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 
>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in 
>> it. It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I 
>> hope it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to 
>> the app.
>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses 
>> like the pumps do.
>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. 
>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through 
>> Apple Health somehow.
>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>
>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>
>> Hope this is helpful.
>> 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
>
>
>
>
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 15:03:10 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 09:03:10 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
In-Reply-To: <002f01d5a396$0b5bb8c0$22132a40$@comcast.net>
References: <007401d5a33c$b1d502b0$157f0810$@gmail.com>	<114c01d5a344$e5bb7930$b1326b90$@gmail.com>
	<002f01d5a396$0b5bb8c0$22132a40$@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <11aa01d5a3a1$74903e50$5db0baf0$@gmail.com>

Yep, when out-and-about, when I used a pen, I kept a cap on the pen so all
was ready to go when and if I needed an injection.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jeanette
Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:41 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jeanette Kutash <kutash-jm at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion

When I travel I often put one needle on my pen so all I have to do is dial
up the dosage. Shot is easy, either through cotton or just under shirt. With
longer shirts it is easier to be discrete.

Jeanette 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2019 11:01 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion

I haven't used the pens in years, but when I did, I used the short needle
caps and it went through most clothing fine. Most tops was not a problem.
Now, it didn't poke through denim, but for me, poking it through cotton or
cotton blends, which most tops are made out of, worked fine. I personally
didn't care if I had to give myself a shot in public. If wearing short
sleeves, it's easy to inject in the back of the arm. I preferred my tummy,
so I would discreetly pull up my top just enough to inject into my tummy.
Usually, no one could tell. But even if they did, I didn't much mind.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2019 9:02 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion

Hey everyone,

I have not received the letter Veronica mentioned. I am so glad she told us
about it.

If I find out any more about the accessibility in regards to the filling the
cartridges and the phone app I will be sure to write.

Currently I have been using the Trusiba long acting pen and the Humalog
Junior for the fast acting. I find the pens very easy to use and extremely
accessible for the blind. They both do not need to be refrigerated after
having been used the first time; they both have audible clicks; the pens can
be turned back if you click too many times or forget how many times you've
clicked; once the injection is completed the knob returns to the starting
position; once the pen is empty you can no longer turn the knob. I'm
supposing when you get out your last pen from the box that contains five
pens it would be wise to make sure to get another box! The Humalog Junior
delivers in 1/2 increments. The needles are used once  and easy to use and
don't hurt like the lancets do when testing our blood sugar.

I am finding the cost to be very similar to that of my co-pays of when I was
using the pump.

I am still attempting to "fine-tune" my dosages but getting closer to a
regimen. Often I wish I could just reach down and give myself a bolus
However I do enjoy not having tubing and a pump hanging from me.

The answer to taking insulin at meal times when not at home is still
something I need suggestions for. The needles will not go through clothing.
So far guessing what my carb ratio will be for the meal soon to be eaten and
taking the insulin in a place that is comfortable for me is what seems to
work out best right now. 

If others on the list that use the pens have figured out how to handle those
situations when they are out and about and go out to eat I'd love to hear
what solutions you have come up with.

All in all using the pens is not as horrible as I thought it might be.

May everyone enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving,

Verlyn


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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 15:05:15 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 09:05:15 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <DM6PR05MB41392E025B0E6D9098AE6163A04A0@DM6PR05MB4139.namprd05.prod.outlook.com>
References: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<DM6PR05MB41392E025B0E6D9098AE6163A04A0@DM6PR05MB4139.namprd05.prod.outlook.com>
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Ed,

This is incredibly helpful. When my Medtronic warranty is up in a couple of years, this sounds like a viable option that will be closer to a pump than traditional pens. Definitely will keep this in mind.

Do we know insurance provider's positions on covering it?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of ed worrell via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 9:01 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: ed worrell <ntnmprt at hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Hello,

I have actually just started using the Inpen as of three days ago. The app is very accessible with VoiceOver. There are a few things that VoiceOver doesn?t read but they are not viable for the use of the Inpen with the app.

The set up process is amazingly accessible and simple. If will ask you to dose a surrten amount *Note: This is without an insulin cartridge in the pen. This is how you pair the pen with bluetooth. After you dose the amount and push the plunger all the way you will double tap the pair button. It will go through a status bar of which is read by voiceover beautifully. After that is done you will now place the cartridge in the pen and prime it. This only took about 6 units for me. They tell  you to do this in 2 unit increments.

I hope this helps,

Ed Worrell.  

> On Nov 23, 2019, at 3:43 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi everyone.
> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 
> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I 
> played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. 
> It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it 
> has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when 
> to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple 
> pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes 
> part of the report your doc sees.
> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. 
> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
> 
> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
> 
> Hope this is helpful.
> 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
> 
> 
> 
> 
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From ntnmprt at hotmail.com  Mon Nov 25 15:13:13 2019
From: ntnmprt at hotmail.com (ed worrell)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:13:13 +0000
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <11b201d5a3a1$befbc1d0$3cf34570$@gmail.com>
References: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<DM6PR05MB41392E025B0E6D9098AE6163A04A0@DM6PR05MB4139.namprd05.prod.outlook.com>
	<11b201d5a3a1$befbc1d0$3cf34570$@gmail.com>
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Hey Bridgit,

My insurance covered it and there was only a $35 co-pay. The pen will last for an entire year without changing or replacing batteries. So to me $35 was worth it. I did have some issues with Walgreens Pharmacy and the cartridge refills. Make sure that you have your doctor write the prescription for the Novolog pen fills. All though in the future I hope to see them add more insulins to the mix.

Ed
 and this should clear up the issue I had.
> On Nov 25, 2019, at 8:05 AM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Ed,
> 
> This is incredibly helpful. When my Medtronic warranty is up in a couple of years, this sounds like a viable option that will be closer to a pump than traditional pens. Definitely will keep this in mind.
> 
> Do we know insurance provider's positions on covering it?
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of ed worrell via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 9:01 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: ed worrell <ntnmprt at hotmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
> 
> Hello,
> 
> I have actually just started using the Inpen as of three days ago. The app is very accessible with VoiceOver. There are a few things that VoiceOver doesn?t read but they are not viable for the use of the Inpen with the app.
> 
> The set up process is amazingly accessible and simple. If will ask you to dose a surrten amount *Note: This is without an insulin cartridge in the pen. This is how you pair the pen with bluetooth. After you dose the amount and push the plunger all the way you will double tap the pair button. It will go through a status bar of which is read by voiceover beautifully. After that is done you will now place the cartridge in the pen and prime it. This only took about 6 units for me. They tell  you to do this in 2 unit increments.
> 
> I hope this helps,
> 
> Ed Worrell.  
> 
>> On Nov 23, 2019, at 3:43 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi everyone.
>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 
>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I 
>> played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. 
>> It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it 
>> has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when 
>> to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple 
>> pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes 
>> part of the report your doc sees.
>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. 
>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>> 
>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>> 
>> Hope this is helpful.
>> 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
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 18:52:47 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:52:47 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
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This is very interesting.those  who are using pumps need to start trying  it out when its available and letting us pen users know how all this works.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:02 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Bern,

I agree with you, but since accessible pumps are not on the horizon, we will need something for us pump users once our warranty is up. This iPen sounds similar to a pump and may be an option for those of us wanting to stay on a pump but having no other options available in terms of actual pumps. Like a pump, it seems like it has similar control with insulin release, which is what I hate to give up with my pump. But for injecting in public, like I said, I don't care if people see me do it. But I also breastfed in public, so... grin.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:35 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Good Morning:

Firstly, Veronica, I did not get the email you mentioned from Dexcom.

Secondly, I am really skiddish about something like this as somehow.
if I understand it correctly, I wouldn't bother to make more unnecessary steps for myself.  I wouldn't have any reason to use all that other stuff.  I, too simply inject wherever I am and wouldn't think of trying to find the nearest germy bathroom to give myself a shot???  Not on your life.  No matter what, I always come equipped with my extra pens, needles and proper oral meds in the "weapon."  I guess it's a matter of preference.  As I see it, this would be a poor excuse for what we're aiming for in the first place--a totally accessible pump...  Unfortunately, as all these claims have been in the past--not gonna happen any time soon.  I am only speaking for myself when I say this.  But, I would prefer not to have to mess with these other gadgets in the meantime.

Have a great day gang!!

Bern

On 11/24/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that 
> comes with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
> Oh that would be wonderful.
> Is it ready for buying?
> If so please share the name again.
> I like that.
>
> Original message:
>> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at 
>> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the 
>> cartridges, you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place 
>> the cartridge into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain 
>> number of units of insulin. I remember dealing with those in the late 
>> eighties. I liked the cases that used to come with those old pen.
>> Made it much easier to cope with carrying needles with you in public. 
>> No idea what I'd do now if I had to do that.
>> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the 
>> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone 
>> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I thought 
>> of you when I read the article because it might make it easier down 
>> the road should you reach the point where you feel you need more 
>> assistance with management.
>> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the 
>> less fear there is when things change.
>> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>
>> Veronica,
>
>> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible 
>> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really 
>> have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at 
>> the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for 
>> it then and only then would I consider using pens again.
>
>> Thanks.
>
>> Eileen
>> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>> Cc: Veronica Elsea
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>
>> Hi everyone.
>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to
>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in 
>> it. It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I 
>> hope it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to 
>> the app.
>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses 
>> like the pumps do.
>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads.
>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through 
>> Apple Health somehow.
>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>
>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>
>> Hope this is helpful.
>> 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
>
>
>
>
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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 18:55:05 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:55:05 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
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	<DM6PR05MB41392E025B0E6D9098AE6163A04A0@DM6PR05MB4139.namprd05.prod.outlook.com>
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That'ss good to know.   So how does this work.is there   a needle that?s build into the pen.how does all this work.very interesting. 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of ed worrell via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:01 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: ed worrell <ntnmprt at hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Hello,

I have actually just started using the Inpen as of three days ago. The app is very accessible with VoiceOver. There are a few things that VoiceOver doesn?t read but they are not viable for the use of the Inpen with the app.

The set up process is amazingly accessible and simple. If will ask you to dose a surrten amount *Note: This is without an insulin cartridge in the pen. This is how you pair the pen with bluetooth. After you dose the amount and push the plunger all the way you will double tap the pair button. It will go through a status bar of which is read by voiceover beautifully. After that is done you will now place the cartridge in the pen and prime it. This only took about 6 units for me. They tell  you to do this in 2 unit increments.

I hope this helps,

Ed Worrell.  

> On Nov 23, 2019, at 3:43 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi everyone.
> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 
> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I 
> played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. 
> It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it 
> has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when 
> to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple 
> pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes 
> part of the report your doc sees.
> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. 
> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
> 
> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
> 
> Hope this is helpful.
> 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
> 
> 
> 
> 
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Mon Nov 25 19:59:22 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:59:22 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
Message-ID: <c521b0f8.f32e.4eca.be07.e29198f6cd86@samobile.net>

What was the cost of it.
Cheaper than getting five pens at the cost of $45?
Where did you get the help learning it?
How many cartridges come for a month?
Would you keep using it?
Is there an app to down load?
Doesn't get mixed up with the dex com app?

Original message:
> Hello,

> I have actually just started using the Inpen as of three days ago. The 
> app is very accessible with VoiceOver. There are a few things that 
> VoiceOver doesn?t read but they are not viable for the use of the Inpen 
> with the app.

> The set up process is amazingly accessible and simple. If will ask you 
> to dose a surrten amount *Note: This is without an insulin cartridge in 
> the pen. This is how you pair the pen with bluetooth. After you dose 
> the amount and push the plunger all the way you will double tap the 
> pair button. It will go through a status bar of which is read by 
> voiceover beautifully. After that is done you will now place the 
> cartridge in the pen and prime it. This only took about 6 units for me. 
> They tell  you to do this in 2 unit increments.

> I hope this helps,

> Ed Worrell.

>> On Nov 23, 2019, at 3:43 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk 
>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>> Hi everyone.
>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future
>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm probably
>> not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing it. But for
>> those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app on your
>> phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 30
>> units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I played
>> with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. It seems to
>> only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it has more choices
>> in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the cartridge
>> is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable temperature
>> range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when to take
>> long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple pens to the
>> app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes part of the
>> report your doc sees.
>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it looked
>> like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. If I'm reading
>> it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.

>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen

>> Hope this is helpful.
>> 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




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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 20:02:10 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:02:10 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <c521b0f8.f32e.4eca.be07.e29198f6cd86@samobile.net>
References: <c521b0f8.f32e.4eca.be07.e29198f6cd86@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <000d01d5a3cb$391fc690$ab5f53b0$@gmail.com>

I assume it evens out in terms of cost with traditional pens. The apps will have different names, so shouldn't be a problem confusing them, smile.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 1:59 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

What was the cost of it.
Cheaper than getting five pens at the cost of $45?
Where did you get the help learning it?
How many cartridges come for a month?
Would you keep using it?
Is there an app to down load?
Doesn't get mixed up with the dex com app?

Original message:
> Hello,

> I have actually just started using the Inpen as of three days ago. The 
> app is very accessible with VoiceOver. There are a few things that 
> VoiceOver doesn?t read but they are not viable for the use of the 
> Inpen with the app.

> The set up process is amazingly accessible and simple. If will ask you 
> to dose a surrten amount *Note: This is without an insulin cartridge 
> in the pen. This is how you pair the pen with bluetooth. After you 
> dose the amount and push the plunger all the way you will double tap 
> the pair button. It will go through a status bar of which is read by 
> voiceover beautifully. After that is done you will now place the 
> cartridge in the pen and prime it. This only took about 6 units for me.
> They tell  you to do this in 2 unit increments.

> I hope this helps,

> Ed Worrell.

>> On Nov 23, 2019, at 3:43 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk 
>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>> Hi everyone.
>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 
>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in 
>> it. It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I 
>> hope it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. 
>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.

>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen

>> Hope this is helpful.
>> 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




>> _______________________________________________
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Mon Nov 25 20:03:13 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:03:13 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
Message-ID: <d6edb66e.72cc.4cbb.94f3.b44a4e191cf4@samobile.net>

How much are the cartridges a month?

Original message:
> Hey Bridgit,

> My insurance covered it and there was only a $35 co-pay. The pen will 
> last for an entire year without changing or replacing batteries. So to 
> me $35 was worth it. I did have some issues with Walgreens Pharmacy and 
> the cartridge refills. Make sure that you have your doctor write the 
> prescription for the Novolog pen fills. All though in the future I hope 
> to see them add more insulins to the mix.

> Ed
>  and this should clear up the issue I had.
>> On Nov 25, 2019, at 8:05 AM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via 
>> Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>> Ed,

>> This is incredibly helpful. When my Medtronic warranty is up in a 
>> couple of years, this sounds like a viable option that will be closer 
>> to a pump than traditional pens. Definitely will keep this in mind.

>> Do we know insurance provider's positions on covering it?

>> Bridgit

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of ed 
>> worrell via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 9:01 AM
>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: ed worrell <ntnmprt at hotmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

>> Hello,

>> I have actually just started using the Inpen as of three days ago. The 
>> app is very accessible with VoiceOver. There are a few things that 
>> VoiceOver doesn?t read but they are not viable for the use of the Inpen 
>> with the app.

>> The set up process is amazingly accessible and simple. If will ask you 
>> to dose a surrten amount *Note: This is without an insulin cartridge in 
>> the pen. This is how you pair the pen with bluetooth. After you dose 
>> the amount and push the plunger all the way you will double tap the 
>> pair button. It will go through a status bar of which is read by 
>> voiceover beautifully. After that is done you will now place the 
>> cartridge in the pen and prime it. This only took about 6 units for me. 
>> They tell  you to do this in 2 unit increments.

>> I hope this helps,

>> Ed Worrell.

>>> On Nov 23, 2019, at 3:43 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk 
>>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>>> Hi everyone.
>>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future
>>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm
>>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing
>>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app
>>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to
>>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I
>>> played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it.
>>> It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it
>>> has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, 
>>> blue gray and pink.
>>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
>>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the
>>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like 
>>> the pumps do.
>>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable
>>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when
>>> to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple
>>> pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes
>>> part of the report your doc sees.
>>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it
>>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads.
>>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple 
>>> Health somehow.
>>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.

>>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen

>>> Hope this is helpful.
>>> 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




>>> _______________________________________________
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>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for 
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>>> otmail.com

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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 20:07:58 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:07:58 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <d6edb66e.72cc.4cbb.94f3.b44a4e191cf4@samobile.net>
References: <d6edb66e.72cc.4cbb.94f3.b44a4e191cf4@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <002101d5a3cc$094413d0$1bcc3b70$@gmail.com>

I don't personally know that, but hopefully Ed will chime in. It will also vary depending on healthcare and the state you live in.

Likely nurse educators at endocrine offices will be able to train people on these pens. They are just like traditional pens except you deliver doseages digitally via the app, if I understand correctly. If not a nurse educator, there will be trainers from the company itself. But again, based on how it sounds, it's not so much the pen itself you need training on but the app and adjusting to a digital delivery instead of manual.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 2:03 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

How much are the cartridges a month?

Original message:
> Hey Bridgit,

> My insurance covered it and there was only a $35 co-pay. The pen will 
> last for an entire year without changing or replacing batteries. So to 
> me $35 was worth it. I did have some issues with Walgreens Pharmacy 
> and the cartridge refills. Make sure that you have your doctor write 
> the prescription for the Novolog pen fills. All though in the future I 
> hope to see them add more insulins to the mix.

> Ed
>  and this should clear up the issue I had.
>> On Nov 25, 2019, at 8:05 AM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via 
>> Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>> Ed,

>> This is incredibly helpful. When my Medtronic warranty is up in a 
>> couple of years, this sounds like a viable option that will be closer 
>> to a pump than traditional pens. Definitely will keep this in mind.

>> Do we know insurance provider's positions on covering it?

>> Bridgit

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
>> ed worrell via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 9:01 AM
>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: ed worrell <ntnmprt at hotmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

>> Hello,

>> I have actually just started using the Inpen as of three days ago. 
>> The app is very accessible with VoiceOver. There are a few things 
>> that VoiceOver doesn?t read but they are not viable for the use of 
>> the Inpen with the app.

>> The set up process is amazingly accessible and simple. If will ask 
>> you to dose a surrten amount *Note: This is without an insulin 
>> cartridge in the pen. This is how you pair the pen with bluetooth. 
>> After you dose the amount and push the plunger all the way you will 
>> double tap the pair button. It will go through a status bar of which 
>> is read by voiceover beautifully. After that is done you will now 
>> place the cartridge in the pen and prime it. This only took about 6 units for me.
>> They tell  you to do this in 2 unit increments.

>> I hope this helps,

>> Ed Worrell.

>>> On Nov 23, 2019, at 3:43 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk 
>>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>>> Hi everyone.
>>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up 
>>> to
>>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it.
>>> It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope 
>>> it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three 
>>> colors, blue gray and pink.
>>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
>>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses 
>>> like the pumps do.
>>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads.
>>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through 
>>> Apple Health somehow.
>>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.

>>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen

>>> Hope this is helpful.
>>> 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




>>> _______________________________________________
>>> Diabetes-Talk mailing list
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>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info 
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>>> 0h
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From bernienfb75 at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 20:19:37 2019
From: bernienfb75 at gmail.com (Bernadette Jacobs)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:19:37 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <11a901d5a3a1$4c47e560$e4d7b020$@gmail.com>
References: <11a901d5a3a1$4c47e560$e4d7b020$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5E75B61E-FEA3-4752-A2BD-F11BE8BA70DA@gmail.com>

As I?m reading all of these messages, I understand where some of you guys are going with this.  I guess I don?t understand how this works even similar to a pump.  So, does the app control this pen?  I did use those first pens of the 90?s/early 2000?s.  The one I had was a Lantus pen.

Bern

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 25, 2019, at 10:03 AM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Bern,
> 
> I agree with you, but since accessible pumps are not on the horizon, we will need something for us pump users once our warranty is up. This iPen sounds similar to a pump and may be an option for those of us wanting to stay on a pump but having no other options available in terms of actual pumps. Like a pump, it seems like it has similar control with insulin release, which is what I hate to give up with my pump. But for injecting in public, like I said, I don't care if people see me do it. But I also breastfed in public, so... grin.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:35 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
> 
> Good Morning:
> 
> Firstly, Veronica, I did not get the email you mentioned from Dexcom.
> 
> Secondly, I am really skiddish about something like this as somehow.
> if I understand it correctly, I wouldn't bother to make more unnecessary steps for myself.  I wouldn't have any reason to use all that other stuff.  I, too simply inject wherever I am and wouldn't think of trying to find the nearest germy bathroom to give myself a shot???  Not on your life.  No matter what, I always come equipped with my extra pens, needles and proper oral meds in the "weapon."  I guess it's a matter of preference.  As I see it, this would be a poor excuse for what we're aiming for in the first place--a totally accessible pump...  Unfortunately, as all these claims have been in the past--not gonna happen any time soon.  I am only speaking for myself when I say this.  But, I would prefer not to have to mess with these other gadgets in the meantime.
> 
> Have a great day gang!!
> 
> Bern
> 
>> On 11/24/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that 
>> comes with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
>> Oh that would be wonderful.
>> Is it ready for buying?
>> If so please share the name again.
>> I like that.
>> 
>> Original message:
>>> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at 
>>> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the 
>>> cartridges, you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place 
>>> the cartridge into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain 
>>> number of units of insulin. I remember dealing with those in the late 
>>> eighties. I liked the cases that used to come with those old pen. 
>>> Made it much easier to cope with carrying needles with you in public. 
>>> No idea what I'd do now if I had to do that.
>>> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the 
>>> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone 
>>> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I thought 
>>> of you when I read the article because it might make it easier down 
>>> the road should you reach the point where you feel you need more 
>>> assistance with management.
>>> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the 
>>> less fear there is when things change.
>>> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
>>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>>> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Veronica,
>> 
>>> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible 
>>> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really 
>>> have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at 
>>> the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for 
>>> it then and only then would I consider using pens again.
>> 
>>> Thanks.
>> 
>>> Eileen
>>> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Veronica Elsea
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Hi everyone.
>>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 
>>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in 
>>> it. It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I 
>>> hope it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to 
>>> the app.
>>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses 
>>> like the pumps do.
>>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. 
>>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through 
>>> Apple Health somehow.
>>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>> 
>>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>> 
>>> Hope this is helpful.
>>> 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
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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>> 
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Mon Nov 25 20:31:52 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:31:52 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <5E75B61E-FEA3-4752-A2BD-F11BE8BA70DA@gmail.com>
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	<5E75B61E-FEA3-4752-A2BD-F11BE8BA70DA@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <005d01d5a3cf$5f694570$1e3bd050$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

The app doesn't control the pen, but reads from it. So the app reads how much insulin you took. You can enter in your carbs into the app. What it does, that a pump does, is to then figure out how much you need based on what remains in your system. Less chance of stacking insulin. It also tells you how much is left in the cartridge. You can also get reminders for stuff like when you take your long-acting insulin. It then sends all of that info to Dexcom Clarity, so your doctor can get the equivalent of downloading from our pumps. 
And Dar, you administer insulin just like you do with any other pen. You do have to attach a separate needle.
Hope this helps.
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 Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 12:20 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
Cc: Bernadette Jacobs
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

As I?m reading all of these messages, I understand where some of you guys are going with this.  I guess I don?t understand how this works even similar to a pump.  So, does the app control this pen?  I did use those first pens of the 90?s/early 2000?s.  The one I had was a Lantus pen.

Bern

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 25, 2019, at 10:03 AM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Bern,
> 
> I agree with you, but since accessible pumps are not on the horizon, we will need something for us pump users once our warranty is up. This iPen sounds similar to a pump and may be an option for those of us wanting to stay on a pump but having no other options available in terms of actual pumps. Like a pump, it seems like it has similar control with insulin release, which is what I hate to give up with my pump. But for injecting in public, like I said, I don't care if people see me do it. But I also breastfed in public, so... grin.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:35 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
> 
> Good Morning:
> 
> Firstly, Veronica, I did not get the email you mentioned from Dexcom.
> 
> Secondly, I am really skiddish about something like this as somehow.
> if I understand it correctly, I wouldn't bother to make more unnecessary steps for myself.  I wouldn't have any reason to use all that other stuff.  I, too simply inject wherever I am and wouldn't think of trying to find the nearest germy bathroom to give myself a shot???  Not on your life.  No matter what, I always come equipped with my extra pens, needles and proper oral meds in the "weapon."  I guess it's a matter of preference.  As I see it, this would be a poor excuse for what we're aiming for in the first place--a totally accessible pump...  Unfortunately, as all these claims have been in the past--not gonna happen any time soon.  I am only speaking for myself when I say this.  But, I would prefer not to have to mess with these other gadgets in the meantime.
> 
> Have a great day gang!!
> 
> Bern
> 
>> On 11/24/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that 
>> comes with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
>> Oh that would be wonderful.
>> Is it ready for buying?
>> If so please share the name again.
>> I like that.
>> 
>> Original message:
>>> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at 
>>> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the 
>>> cartridges, you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place 
>>> the cartridge into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain 
>>> number of units of insulin. I remember dealing with those in the late 
>>> eighties. I liked the cases that used to come with those old pen. 
>>> Made it much easier to cope with carrying needles with you in public. 
>>> No idea what I'd do now if I had to do that.
>>> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the 
>>> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone 
>>> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I thought 
>>> of you when I read the article because it might make it easier down 
>>> the road should you reach the point where you feel you need more 
>>> assistance with management.
>>> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the 
>>> less fear there is when things change.
>>> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
>>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>>> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Veronica,
>> 
>>> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible 
>>> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really 
>>> have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at 
>>> the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for 
>>> it then and only then would I consider using pens again.
>> 
>>> Thanks.
>> 
>>> Eileen
>>> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Veronica Elsea
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Hi everyone.
>>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 
>>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in 
>>> it. It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I 
>>> hope it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to 
>>> the app.
>>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses 
>>> like the pumps do.
>>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. 
>>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through 
>>> Apple Health somehow.
>>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>> 
>>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>> 
>>> Hope this is helpful.
>>> 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
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> Diabetes-Talk mailing list
>>> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
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>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
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>>> 0laurelcreekmusic.com
>> 
>> 
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>> 
>> --
>> --Dar
>> skype: dmgina23
>>  FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
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>> every sinner has a future
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From joystigile at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 20:53:22 2019
From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:53:22 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <5E75B61E-FEA3-4752-A2BD-F11BE8BA70DA@gmail.com>
References: <11a901d5a3a1$4c47e560$e4d7b020$@gmail.com>
	<5E75B61E-FEA3-4752-A2BD-F11BE8BA70DA@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <002601d5a3d2$601e8450$205b8cf0$@gmail.com>

Hi Bernadette and All,						
This new Insulin pen is tied into your Dexcom ap so that your doctor will be informed with the exact time and dosage you take with your Novolog Inpen and then compare with your blood sugar readings.  I am doing the same thing in an email to my doctor now, this will just be my new secretary.  When I start to use this new Ipen Insulin pen, it just replaces my old style of Insulin pen.  This does not in any way compare with an Insulin pump!

For others on this list... Please remember most people in a restaurant are either looking at Their friends or their food, not looking at you.  

Warmly, Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 12:20 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

As I?m reading all of these messages, I understand where some of you guys are going with this.  I guess I don?t understand how this works even similar to a pump.  So, does the app control this pen?  I did use those first pens of the 90?s/early 2000?s.  The one I had was a Lantus pen.

Bern

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 25, 2019, at 10:03 AM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Bern,
> 
> I agree with you, but since accessible pumps are not on the horizon, we will need something for us pump users once our warranty is up. This iPen sounds similar to a pump and may be an option for those of us wanting to stay on a pump but having no other options available in terms of actual pumps. Like a pump, it seems like it has similar control with insulin release, which is what I hate to give up with my pump. But for injecting in public, like I said, I don't care if people see me do it. But I also breastfed in public, so... grin.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:35 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
> 
> Good Morning:
> 
> Firstly, Veronica, I did not get the email you mentioned from Dexcom.
> 
> Secondly, I am really skiddish about something like this as somehow.
> if I understand it correctly, I wouldn't bother to make more unnecessary steps for myself.  I wouldn't have any reason to use all that other stuff.  I, too simply inject wherever I am and wouldn't think of trying to find the nearest germy bathroom to give myself a shot???  Not on your life.  No matter what, I always come equipped with my extra pens, needles and proper oral meds in the "weapon."  I guess it's a matter of preference.  As I see it, this would be a poor excuse for what we're aiming for in the first place--a totally accessible pump...  Unfortunately, as all these claims have been in the past--not gonna happen any time soon.  I am only speaking for myself when I say this.  But, I would prefer not to have to mess with these other gadgets in the meantime.
> 
> Have a great day gang!!
> 
> Bern
> 
>> On 11/24/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that 
>> comes with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
>> Oh that would be wonderful.
>> Is it ready for buying?
>> If so please share the name again.
>> I like that.
>> 
>> Original message:
>>> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at 
>>> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the 
>>> cartridges, you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place 
>>> the cartridge into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain 
>>> number of units of insulin. I remember dealing with those in the 
>>> late eighties. I liked the cases that used to come with those old pen.
>>> Made it much easier to cope with carrying needles with you in public. 
>>> No idea what I'd do now if I had to do that.
>>> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the 
>>> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone 
>>> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I 
>>> thought of you when I read the article because it might make it 
>>> easier down the road should you reach the point where you feel you 
>>> need more assistance with management.
>>> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the 
>>> less fear there is when things change.
>>> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
>>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>>> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Veronica,
>> 
>>> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible 
>>> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really 
>>> have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at 
>>> the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for 
>>> it then and only then would I consider using pens again.
>> 
>>> Thanks.
>> 
>>> Eileen
>>> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Veronica Elsea
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Hi everyone.
>>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up 
>>> to
>>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in 
>>> it. It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I 
>>> hope it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to 
>>> the app.
>>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses 
>>> like the pumps do.
>>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads.
>>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through 
>>> Apple Health somehow.
>>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>> 
>>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>> 
>>> Hope this is helpful.
>>> 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
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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>> 
>> 
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>> 
>> --
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 21:16:00 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:16:00 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <005d01d5a3cf$5f694570$1e3bd050$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <11a901d5a3a1$4c47e560$e4d7b020$@gmail.com>	<5E75B61E-FEA3-4752-A2BD-F11BE8BA70DA@gmail.com>
	<005d01d5a3cf$5f694570$1e3bd050$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <004b01d5a3d5$89ab8ae0$9d02a0a0$@gmail.com>

Veronica,

Thank you, this is very helpful. If pumps don't get on board with accessibility in the next couple of years, which I doubt they will, this seems like an in-between option.

Also, do you know, do the insulin cartridges come pre-filled, or do you fill them similar to pump reservoirs?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 2:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

The app doesn't control the pen, but reads from it. So the app reads how much insulin you took. You can enter in your carbs into the app. What it does, that a pump does, is to then figure out how much you need based on what remains in your system. Less chance of stacking insulin. It also tells you how much is left in the cartridge. You can also get reminders for stuff like when you take your long-acting insulin. It then sends all of that info to Dexcom Clarity, so your doctor can get the equivalent of downloading from our pumps. 
And Dar, you administer insulin just like you do with any other pen. You do have to attach a separate needle.
Hope this helps.
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 Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 12:20 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
Cc: Bernadette Jacobs
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

As I?m reading all of these messages, I understand where some of you guys are going with this.  I guess I don?t understand how this works even similar to a pump.  So, does the app control this pen?  I did use those first pens of the 90?s/early 2000?s.  The one I had was a Lantus pen.

Bern

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 25, 2019, at 10:03 AM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Bern,
> 
> I agree with you, but since accessible pumps are not on the horizon, we will need something for us pump users once our warranty is up. This iPen sounds similar to a pump and may be an option for those of us wanting to stay on a pump but having no other options available in terms of actual pumps. Like a pump, it seems like it has similar control with insulin release, which is what I hate to give up with my pump. But for injecting in public, like I said, I don't care if people see me do it. But I also breastfed in public, so... grin.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:35 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
> 
> Good Morning:
> 
> Firstly, Veronica, I did not get the email you mentioned from Dexcom.
> 
> Secondly, I am really skiddish about something like this as somehow.
> if I understand it correctly, I wouldn't bother to make more unnecessary steps for myself.  I wouldn't have any reason to use all that other stuff.  I, too simply inject wherever I am and wouldn't think of trying to find the nearest germy bathroom to give myself a shot???  Not on your life.  No matter what, I always come equipped with my extra pens, needles and proper oral meds in the "weapon."  I guess it's a matter of preference.  As I see it, this would be a poor excuse for what we're aiming for in the first place--a totally accessible pump...  Unfortunately, as all these claims have been in the past--not gonna happen any time soon.  I am only speaking for myself when I say this.  But, I would prefer not to have to mess with these other gadgets in the meantime.
> 
> Have a great day gang!!
> 
> Bern
> 
>> On 11/24/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that 
>> comes with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
>> Oh that would be wonderful.
>> Is it ready for buying?
>> If so please share the name again.
>> I like that.
>> 
>> Original message:
>>> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at 
>>> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the 
>>> cartridges, you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place 
>>> the cartridge into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain 
>>> number of units of insulin. I remember dealing with those in the 
>>> late eighties. I liked the cases that used to come with those old pen.
>>> Made it much easier to cope with carrying needles with you in public. 
>>> No idea what I'd do now if I had to do that.
>>> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the 
>>> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone 
>>> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I 
>>> thought of you when I read the article because it might make it 
>>> easier down the road should you reach the point where you feel you 
>>> need more assistance with management.
>>> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the 
>>> less fear there is when things change.
>>> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
>>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>>> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Veronica,
>> 
>>> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible 
>>> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really 
>>> have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at 
>>> the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for 
>>> it then and only then would I consider using pens again.
>> 
>>> Thanks.
>> 
>>> Eileen
>>> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Veronica Elsea
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Hi everyone.
>>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up 
>>> to
>>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in 
>>> it. It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I 
>>> hope it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to 
>>> the app.
>>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses 
>>> like the pumps do.
>>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads.
>>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through 
>>> Apple Health somehow.
>>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>> 
>>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>> 
>>> Hope this is helpful.
>>> 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
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> _______________________________________________
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>>> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info 
>>> for
>>> Diabetes-Talk:
>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org/etscrivan
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>>> for
>>> Diabetes-Talk:
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>>> 4
>>> 0laurelcreekmusic.com
>> 
>> 
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>>> for
>>> Diabetes-Talk:
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>>> m
>>> ysero.net
>> 
>> --
>> --Dar
>> skype: dmgina23
>>  FB: dmgina
>> www.twitter.com/dmgina
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>> every sinner has a future
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>> 5
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>> 
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 21:19:25 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:19:25 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <002601d5a3d2$601e8450$205b8cf0$@gmail.com>
References: <11a901d5a3a1$4c47e560$e4d7b020$@gmail.com>	<5E75B61E-FEA3-4752-A2BD-F11BE8BA70DA@gmail.com>
	<002601d5a3d2$601e8450$205b8cf0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <004c01d5a3d6$04212eb0$0c638c10$@gmail.com>

Joy,

But it is similar to a pump if it tracks doseages taken, and you can in-put carbs on the app, and a doctor can track all this. It's not a sub Q pump obviously, but it's closer to a pump than traditional pens.

Bridgit




From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 21:20:15 2019
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gary-melconian)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:20:15 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <004b01d5a3d5$89ab8ae0$9d02a0a0$@gmail.com>
References: <11a901d5a3a1$4c47e560$e4d7b020$@gmail.com>	<5E75B61E-FEA3-4752-A2BD-F11BE8BA70DA@gmail.com>	<005d01d5a3cf$5f694570$1e3bd050$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<004b01d5a3d5$89ab8ae0$9d02a0a0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <001501d5a3d6$2285f1b0$6791d510$@gmail.com>

This makes all the sense.better management with both dexcom and the insulin on board and that way not having extra insulin on board as veronica explains.  That makes  total sense.now if I have providers who don't pay what will be the cost out of pocket for all this.  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 1:16 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Veronica,

Thank you, this is very helpful. If pumps don't get on board with accessibility in the next couple of years, which I doubt they will, this seems like an in-between option.

Also, do you know, do the insulin cartridges come pre-filled, or do you fill them similar to pump reservoirs?

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 2:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

The app doesn't control the pen, but reads from it. So the app reads how much insulin you took. You can enter in your carbs into the app. What it does, that a pump does, is to then figure out how much you need based on what remains in your system. Less chance of stacking insulin. It also tells you how much is left in the cartridge. You can also get reminders for stuff like when you take your long-acting insulin. It then sends all of that info to Dexcom Clarity, so your doctor can get the equivalent of downloading from our pumps. 
And Dar, you administer insulin just like you do with any other pen. You do have to attach a separate needle.
Hope this helps.
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 Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 12:20 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
Cc: Bernadette Jacobs
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

As I?m reading all of these messages, I understand where some of you guys are going with this.  I guess I don?t understand how this works even similar to a pump.  So, does the app control this pen?  I did use those first pens of the 90?s/early 2000?s.  The one I had was a Lantus pen.

Bern

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 25, 2019, at 10:03 AM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Bern,
> 
> I agree with you, but since accessible pumps are not on the horizon, we will need something for us pump users once our warranty is up. This iPen sounds similar to a pump and may be an option for those of us wanting to stay on a pump but having no other options available in terms of actual pumps. Like a pump, it seems like it has similar control with insulin release, which is what I hate to give up with my pump. But for injecting in public, like I said, I don't care if people see me do it. But I also breastfed in public, so... grin.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:35 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
> 
> Good Morning:
> 
> Firstly, Veronica, I did not get the email you mentioned from Dexcom.
> 
> Secondly, I am really skiddish about something like this as somehow.
> if I understand it correctly, I wouldn't bother to make more unnecessary steps for myself.  I wouldn't have any reason to use all that other stuff.  I, too simply inject wherever I am and wouldn't think of trying to find the nearest germy bathroom to give myself a shot???  Not on your life.  No matter what, I always come equipped with my extra pens, needles and proper oral meds in the "weapon."  I guess it's a matter of preference.  As I see it, this would be a poor excuse for what we're aiming for in the first place--a totally accessible pump...  Unfortunately, as all these claims have been in the past--not gonna happen any time soon.  I am only speaking for myself when I say this.  But, I would prefer not to have to mess with these other gadgets in the meantime.
> 
> Have a great day gang!!
> 
> Bern
> 
>> On 11/24/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that 
>> comes with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
>> Oh that would be wonderful.
>> Is it ready for buying?
>> If so please share the name again.
>> I like that.
>> 
>> Original message:
>>> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at 
>>> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the 
>>> cartridges, you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place 
>>> the cartridge into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain 
>>> number of units of insulin. I remember dealing with those in the 
>>> late eighties. I liked the cases that used to come with those old pen.
>>> Made it much easier to cope with carrying needles with you in public. 
>>> No idea what I'd do now if I had to do that.
>>> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the 
>>> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone 
>>> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I 
>>> thought of you when I read the article because it might make it 
>>> easier down the road should you reach the point where you feel you 
>>> need more assistance with management.
>>> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the 
>>> less fear there is when things change.
>>> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
>>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>>> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Veronica,
>> 
>>> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible 
>>> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really 
>>> have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at 
>>> the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for 
>>> it then and only then would I consider using pens again.
>> 
>>> Thanks.
>> 
>>> Eileen
>>> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Veronica Elsea
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Hi everyone.
>>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up 
>>> to
>>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in 
>>> it. It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I 
>>> hope it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to 
>>> the app.
>>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses 
>>> like the pumps do.
>>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads.
>>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through 
>>> Apple Health somehow.
>>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>> 
>>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>> 
>>> Hope this is helpful.
>>> 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
>> 
>> 
>> 
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From diana56cook at gmail.com  Mon Nov 25 21:51:59 2019
From: diana56cook at gmail.com (Diana Cook)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:51:59 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
In-Reply-To: <007401d5a33c$b1d502b0$157f0810$@gmail.com>
References: <007401d5a33c$b1d502b0$157f0810$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <0411FD0D-0704-4B52-B1C5-F9E0AFE4A118@gmail.com>

Thanks for your encouragement. Dr said pens are in my future and I have been dreading that time..I love my pump. Keep the info coming! Thanksgiving blessings to all! Diana cook

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 24, 2019, at 10:01 PM, Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hey everyone,
> 
> I have not received the letter Veronica mentioned. I am so glad she told us
> about it.
> 
> If I find out any more about the accessibility in regards to the filling the
> cartridges and the phone app I will be sure to write.
> 
> Currently I have been using the Trusiba long acting pen and the Humalog
> Junior for the fast acting. I find the pens very easy to use and extremely
> accessible for the blind. They both do not need to be refrigerated after
> having been used the first time; they both have audible clicks; the pens can
> be turned back if you click too many times or forget how many times you've
> clicked; once the injection is completed the knob returns to the starting
> position; once the pen is empty you can no longer turn the knob. I'm
> supposing when you get out your last pen from the box that contains five
> pens it would be wise to make sure to get another box! The Humalog Junior
> delivers in 1/2 increments. The needles are used once  and easy to use and
> don't hurt like the lancets do when testing our blood sugar.
> 
> I am finding the cost to be very similar to that of my co-pays of when I was
> using the pump.
> 
> I am still attempting to "fine-tune" my dosages but getting closer to a
> regimen. Often I wish I could just reach down and give myself a bolus
> However I do enjoy not having tubing and a pump hanging from me.
> 
> The answer to taking insulin at meal times when not at home is still
> something I need suggestions for. The needles will not go through clothing.
> So far guessing what my carb ratio will be for the meal soon to be eaten and
> taking the insulin in a place that is comfortable for me is what seems to
> work out best right now. 
> 
> If others on the list that use the pens have figured out how to handle those
> situations when they are out and about and go out to eat I'd love to hear
> what solutions you have come up with.
> 
> All in all using the pens is not as horrible as I thought it might be.
> 
> May everyone enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving,
> 
> Verlyn
> 
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Mon Nov 25 22:18:46 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:18:46 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.
Message-ID: <001901d5a3de$4e5ecac0$eb1c6040$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Hi everyone.
Okay, get ready to laugh. Umm, I'm still struggling with this one. I've had
a couple of occasions where I had to use a backup pen when a pod messed up.
I keep thinking about all of the comments about lifting up your top and just
injecting. So I tried. Well, ummm, oh brother! I lift up my top and all I
find are my pants. Most of the good grabbable tissue for me is down lower,
so when I tried to do it, I really felt like I half undressed, getting my
pants kind of out of the way and trying to hold my top up and oh yeah, work
the stupid pen. I tell you, I think I truly earned the clumsy comedy award
for 2019. Hard to imagine doing that at every meal and out in public. I
think I need a touchy feely model or something. <laughing! I did find a few
spots, kind of over my ribs above my waist. It wasn't very comfortable
though, when I injected. Man, I think I'm going to have to be more creative
to use a pen than my pump. <laughing!> 
Anyway, I really appreciate this thread and look forward to further
enlightenment. Thanks a bunch.
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






From dmgina at mysero.net  Mon Nov 25 22:24:55 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 17:24:55 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.
Message-ID: <3b2f4a96.63f6.446d.804d.f38388453b8c@samobile.net>

Oh me,
Be proud that you are so thin,
good for you.
I wrote a question for this list on my school list, I had to laugh over 
that as well.
Trying to have two different conversations at once.
Good for you.

Original message:
> Hi everyone.
> Okay, get ready to laugh. Umm, I'm still struggling with this one. I've had
> a couple of occasions where I had to use a backup pen when a pod messed up.
> I keep thinking about all of the comments about lifting up your top and just
> injecting. So I tried. Well, ummm, oh brother! I lift up my top and all I
> find are my pants. Most of the good grabbable tissue for me is down lower,
> so when I tried to do it, I really felt like I half undressed, getting my
> pants kind of out of the way and trying to hold my top up and oh yeah, work
> the stupid pen. I tell you, I think I truly earned the clumsy comedy award
> for 2019. Hard to imagine doing that at every meal and out in public. I
> think I need a touchy feely model or something. <laughing! I did find a few
> spots, kind of over my ribs above my waist. It wasn't very comfortable
> though, when I injected. Man, I think I'm going to have to be more creative
> to use a pen than my pump. <laughing!>
> Anyway, I really appreciate this thread and look forward to further
> enlightenment. Thanks a bunch.
> 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




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From dmgina at mysero.net  Mon Nov 25 22:29:47 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 17:29:47 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] questions
Message-ID: <ff6ac389.3ac6.4dc1.ac79.ced07d96730a@samobile.net>

Now this inpin does it have two different insulins?
Long and short.
I am still laughing asking my school friends this question.
They don't even know I am diabetic loll.

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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Mon Nov 25 22:33:18 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:33:18 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.
In-Reply-To: <3b2f4a96.63f6.446d.804d.f38388453b8c@samobile.net>
References: <3b2f4a96.63f6.446d.804d.f38388453b8c@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <000301d5a3e0$55f355b0$01da0110$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Oh I wish I were still thin. It's just that most of what I have is, well,
lower down. <laughing! When I was using pens during those first few years, I
didn't go out much. Back then though, NPH hit me like regular and Lente
didn't last long at all. The most striking thing to me when I went on the
pump, other than feeling like I got my life back was that I was able to cut
my insulin dosage in half. Of course, I know more now so who knows! 
I'm also enjoying being lazy and not writing down everything I do, eat or
think. <grin.> It's handy to just hand over the gadget and say okay,
download my misdeeds! <grin> 
Anyway, the clothing thing just really bugs me and the more I know, the less
afraid of it I might be? Well, we'll find out, maybe? Hope not.
Thanks again.
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 d
m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 2:25 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.

Oh me,
Be proud that you are so thin,
good for you.
I wrote a question for this list on my school list, I had to laugh over 
that as well.
Trying to have two different conversations at once.
Good for you.

Original message:
> Hi everyone.
> Okay, get ready to laugh. Umm, I'm still struggling with this one. I've
had
> a couple of occasions where I had to use a backup pen when a pod messed
up.
> I keep thinking about all of the comments about lifting up your top and
just
> injecting. So I tried. Well, ummm, oh brother! I lift up my top and all I
> find are my pants. Most of the good grabbable tissue for me is down lower,
> so when I tried to do it, I really felt like I half undressed, getting my
> pants kind of out of the way and trying to hold my top up and oh yeah,
work
> the stupid pen. I tell you, I think I truly earned the clumsy comedy award
> for 2019. Hard to imagine doing that at every meal and out in public. I
> think I need a touchy feely model or something. <laughing! I did find a
few
> spots, kind of over my ribs above my waist. It wasn't very comfortable
> though, when I injected. Man, I think I'm going to have to be more
creative
> to use a pen than my pump. <laughing!>
> Anyway, I really appreciate this thread and look forward to further
> enlightenment. Thanks a bunch.
> 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




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From ntnmprt at hotmail.com  Mon Nov 25 22:48:38 2019
From: ntnmprt at hotmail.com (ed worrell)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 22:48:38 +0000
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
In-Reply-To: <00f701d5a3c1$da7f2940$8f7d7bc0$@gmail.com>
References: <006101d5a24f$5f2bcdc0$1d836940$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<DM6PR05MB41392E025B0E6D9098AE6163A04A0@DM6PR05MB4139.namprd05.prod.outlook.com>
	<00f701d5a3c1$da7f2940$8f7d7bc0$@gmail.com>
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Hello Gary,

The middle is just like any other insulin pen. You can remove/add it by screwing ti on to the end of the pen. I usually refer to them as pen tips rather than pen needles. You can replace them after each use if you wish.

Ed W.

> On Nov 25, 2019, at 11:55 AM, gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> That'ss good to know.   So how does this work.is there   a needle that?s build into the pen.how does all this work.very interesting. 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of ed worrell via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:01 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: ed worrell <ntnmprt at hotmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
> 
> Hello,
> 
> I have actually just started using the Inpen as of three days ago. The app is very accessible with VoiceOver. There are a few things that VoiceOver doesn?t read but they are not viable for the use of the Inpen with the app.
> 
> The set up process is amazingly accessible and simple. If will ask you to dose a surrten amount *Note: This is without an insulin cartridge in the pen. This is how you pair the pen with bluetooth. After you dose the amount and push the plunger all the way you will double tap the pair button. It will go through a status bar of which is read by voiceover beautifully. After that is done you will now place the cartridge in the pen and prime it. This only took about 6 units for me. They tell  you to do this in 2 unit increments.
> 
> I hope this helps,
> 
> Ed Worrell.  
> 
>> On Nov 23, 2019, at 3:43 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi everyone.
>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up to 
>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when I 
>> played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in it. 
>> It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I hope it 
>> has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to the app.
>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses like the pumps do.
>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, when 
>> to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair multiple 
>> pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity and becomes 
>> part of the report your doc sees.
>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads. 
>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through Apple Health somehow.
>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>> 
>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>> 
>> Hope this is helpful.
>> 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
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Mon Nov 25 23:08:27 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 18:08:27 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion
In-Reply-To: <0411FD0D-0704-4B52-B1C5-F9E0AFE4A118@gmail.com>
References: <007401d5a33c$b1d502b0$157f0810$@gmail.com>
	<0411FD0D-0704-4B52-B1C5-F9E0AFE4A118@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <011401d5a3e5$4084c920$c18e5b60$@neo.rr.com>

Why would your Physician say pens are in your future? Oh my, an accessible
pump is in all of your futures... 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Diana
Cook via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 4:52 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Diana Cook <diana56cook at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Inpen Companion

Thanks for your encouragement. Dr said pens are in my future and I have been
dreading that time..I love my pump. Keep the info coming! Thanksgiving
blessings to all! Diana cook

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 24, 2019, at 10:01 PM, Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
<diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hey everyone,
> 
> I have not received the letter Veronica mentioned. I am so glad she 
> told us about it.
> 
> If I find out any more about the accessibility in regards to the 
> filling the cartridges and the phone app I will be sure to write.
> 
> Currently I have been using the Trusiba long acting pen and the 
> Humalog Junior for the fast acting. I find the pens very easy to use 
> and extremely accessible for the blind. They both do not need to be 
> refrigerated after having been used the first time; they both have 
> audible clicks; the pens can be turned back if you click too many 
> times or forget how many times you've clicked; once the injection is 
> completed the knob returns to the starting position; once the pen is 
> empty you can no longer turn the knob. I'm supposing when you get out 
> your last pen from the box that contains five pens it would be wise to 
> make sure to get another box! The Humalog Junior delivers in 1/2 
> increments. The needles are used once  and easy to use and don't hurt like
the lancets do when testing our blood sugar.
> 
> I am finding the cost to be very similar to that of my co-pays of when 
> I was using the pump.
> 
> I am still attempting to "fine-tune" my dosages but getting closer to 
> a regimen. Often I wish I could just reach down and give myself a 
> bolus However I do enjoy not having tubing and a pump hanging from me.
> 
> The answer to taking insulin at meal times when not at home is still 
> something I need suggestions for. The needles will not go through
clothing.
> So far guessing what my carb ratio will be for the meal soon to be 
> eaten and taking the insulin in a place that is comfortable for me is 
> what seems to work out best right now.
> 
> If others on the list that use the pens have figured out how to handle 
> those situations when they are out and about and go out to eat I'd 
> love to hear what solutions you have come up with.
> 
> All in all using the pens is not as horrible as I thought it might be.
> 
> May everyone enjoy a lovely Thanksgiving,
> 
> Verlyn
> 
> 
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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Mon Nov 25 23:10:50 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 18:10:50 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.
In-Reply-To: <001901d5a3de$4e5ecac0$eb1c6040$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <001901d5a3de$4e5ecac0$eb1c6040$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <012b01d5a3e5$96108140$c23183c0$@neo.rr.com>

Too funny, I'm sure we all have that same issue... thank you for the giggles
nevertheless... hang in there, my Friend, better is coming... 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 5:19 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.

Hi everyone.
Okay, get ready to laugh. Umm, I'm still struggling with this one. I've had
a couple of occasions where I had to use a backup pen when a pod messed up.
I keep thinking about all of the comments about lifting up your top and just
injecting. So I tried. Well, ummm, oh brother! I lift up my top and all I
find are my pants. Most of the good grabbable tissue for me is down lower,
so when I tried to do it, I really felt like I half undressed, getting my
pants kind of out of the way and trying to hold my top up and oh yeah, work
the stupid pen. I tell you, I think I truly earned the clumsy comedy award
for 2019. Hard to imagine doing that at every meal and out in public. I
think I need a touchy feely model or something. <laughing! I did find a few
spots, kind of over my ribs above my waist. It wasn't very comfortable
though, when I injected. Man, I think I'm going to have to be more creative
to use a pen than my pump. <laughing!> Anyway, I really appreciate this
thread and look forward to further enlightenment. Thanks a bunch.
Veronica


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From etscrivani at verizon.net  Mon Nov 25 23:47:46 2019
From: etscrivani at verizon.net (Eileen Scrivani)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 18:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
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	<002601d5a3d2$601e8450$205b8cf0$@gmail.com>
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Hi Joy,

I agree with you in that it is an insulin pen and not a pump. It basically sounds like it takes care of bookkeeping like pumps do, but there the similarities end. It does not have the continuous drip/infusion of a pump and of course puts those of us who have used a pump back on MDI?s. I hate to think that over the next 4-5 years there will not be a better development in pumps we as blind people will be able to use. This I-Pen in my mind is just another gadget and will not provide me with the leveling out of my BG control I need.

Eileen

From: Joy Stigile via Diabetes-Talk 
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 3:53 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' 
Cc: joystigile at gmail.com 
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

Hi Bernadette and All, 
This new Insulin pen is tied into your Dexcom ap so that your doctor will be informed with the exact time and dosage you take with your Novolog Inpen and then compare with your blood sugar readings.  I am doing the same thing in an email to my doctor now, this will just be my new secretary.  When I start to use this new Ipen Insulin pen, it just replaces my old style of Insulin pen.  This does not in any way compare with an Insulin pump!

For others on this list... Please remember most people in a restaurant are either looking at Their friends or their food, not looking at you.  

Warmly, Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 12:20 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.

As I?m reading all of these messages, I understand where some of you guys are going with this.  I guess I don?t understand how this works even similar to a pump.  So, does the app control this pen?  I did use those first pens of the 90?s/early 2000?s.  The one I had was a Lantus pen.

Bern

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 25, 2019, at 10:03 AM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Bern,
> 
> I agree with you, but since accessible pumps are not on the horizon, we will need something for us pump users once our warranty is up. This iPen sounds similar to a pump and may be an option for those of us wanting to stay on a pump but having no other options available in terms of actual pumps. Like a pump, it seems like it has similar control with insulin release, which is what I hate to give up with my pump. But for injecting in public, like I said, I don't care if people see me do it. But I also breastfed in public, so... grin.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Bernadette Jacobs via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 7:35 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
> 
> Good Morning:
> 
> Firstly, Veronica, I did not get the email you mentioned from Dexcom.
> 
> Secondly, I am really skiddish about something like this as somehow.
> if I understand it correctly, I wouldn't bother to make more unnecessary steps for myself.  I wouldn't have any reason to use all that other stuff.  I, too simply inject wherever I am and wouldn't think of trying to find the nearest germy bathroom to give myself a shot???  Not on your life.  No matter what, I always come equipped with my extra pens, needles and proper oral meds in the "weapon."  I guess it's a matter of preference.  As I see it, this would be a poor excuse for what we're aiming for in the first place--a totally accessible pump...  Unfortunately, as all these claims have been in the past--not gonna happen any time soon.  I am only speaking for myself when I say this.  But, I would prefer not to have to mess with these other gadgets in the meantime.
> 
> Have a great day gang!!
> 
> Bern
> 
>> On 11/24/19, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Are you saying when you dial up the dosage there is a needle that 
>> comes with it and you don't have to carry any with you?
>> Oh that would be wonderful.
>> Is it ready for buying?
>> If so please share the name again.
>> I like that.
>> 
>> Original message:
>>> Eileen, I have not played with the app, only had my hubby look at 
>>> screen shots. I have played with the pen itself. As for the 
>>> cartridges, you do not fill them like with a pump. You simply place 
>>> the cartridge into the pen. The cartridge would contain a certain 
>>> number of units of insulin. I remember dealing with those in the 
>>> late eighties. I liked the cases that used to come with those old pen.
>>> Made it much easier to cope with carrying needles with you in public. 
>>> No idea what I'd do now if I had to do that.
>>> Verlyn, your question about using the pen in public is one of the 
>>> reasons I'm so desperately hanging on to my pump. I hope someone 
>>> responds to your question because it would be mine as well. I 
>>> thought of you when I read the article because it might make it 
>>> easier down the road should you reach the point where you feel you 
>>> need more assistance with management.
>>> For now I'm still with my Omnipod but I figure, the more I know, the 
>>> less fear there is when things change.
>>> 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 Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:15 PM
>>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>>> Cc: Eileen Scrivani
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Veronica,
>> 
>>> Are you saying you?ve tried this I-Pen & that the app is accessible 
>>> with VoiceOver? I still want to stay with a pump and don?t really 
>>> have an interest in using pens unless my back is against the wall at 
>>> the point my pump stops working or I can no longer get supplies for 
>>> it then and only then would I consider using pens again.
>> 
>>> Thanks.
>> 
>>> Eileen
>>> From: Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2019 5:43 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Veronica Elsea
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] inpen companion.
>> 
>>> Hi everyone.
>>> With all the craziness surrounding today's pumps and our future 
>>> accessibility, I thought this might be helpful for some of you. I'm 
>>> probably not the only one who got this email since Dexcom is sharing 
>>> it. But for those who may not have seen it, I thought I'd share this.
>>> Inpen by Companion Medical is an insulin pen which works with an app 
>>> on your phone. I have played with the pen, but not the app.
>>> It does have some cool sounding features though. It can deliver up 
>>> to
>>> 30 units, in half-unit increments. The clicks were easy to feel when 
>>> I played with it. It is not a disposable pen, you put cartridges in 
>>> it. It seems to only have Humalog and Novalog right now though. I 
>>> hope it has more choices in the future. But hey, the pen comes in three colors, blue gray and pink.
>>> When you connect it to the app, it sends your dosing information to 
>>> the app.
>>> So it keeps track of how much you've used and alerts you when the 
>>> cartridge is low. It has a calculator so it can calculate boluses 
>>> like the pumps do.
>>> It also alerts you when the insulin gets out of an acceptable 
>>> temperature range. You can set other reminders like when to test, 
>>> when to take long-acting insulin and stuff like that. You can pair 
>>> multiple pens to the app. The app also connects with Dexcom Clarity 
>>> and becomes part of the report your doc sees.
>>> When my hubby looked at the screen shots on the web site, he said it 
>>> looked like a pretty normal app, with text boxes and number keypads.
>>> If I'm reading it right, I think for iPhones, it connects through 
>>> Apple Health somehow.
>>> Anyway, here's the web site if anyone wants to check it out.
>> 
>>> https://www.companionmedical.com/inpen
>> 
>>> Hope this is helpful.
>>> 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
>> 
>> 
>> 
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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Tue Nov 26 00:14:55 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 19:14:55 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.
Message-ID: <000301d5a3ee$88924950$99b6dbf0$@comcast.net>


Oh Veronica, you made me laugh. But there is quite a bit of latitude as to
where you can inject. Try injecting more on the side of your stomach,and a
little higher than you might think. You won't get so caught up in your
clothes and can be quite discrete. I do understand the being lazy though.

Jeanette

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 5:33 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Veronica Elsea
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.

Oh I wish I were still thin. It's just that most of what I have is, well,
lower down. <laughing! When I was using pens during those first few years, I
didn't go out much. Back then though, NPH hit me like regular and Lente
didn't last long at all. The most striking thing to me when I went on the
pump, other than feeling like I got my life back was that I was able to cut
my insulin dosage in half. Of course, I know more now so who knows! 
I'm also enjoying being lazy and not writing down everything I do, eat or
think. <grin.> It's handy to just hand over the gadget and say okay,
download my misdeeds! <grin> 
Anyway, the clothing thing just really bugs me and the more I know, the less
afraid of it I might be? Well, we'll find out, maybe? Hope not.
Thanks again.
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 d
m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 2:25 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.

Oh me,
Be proud that you are so thin,
good for you.
I wrote a question for this list on my school list, I had to laugh over 
that as well.
Trying to have two different conversations at once.
Good for you.

Original message:
> Hi everyone.
> Okay, get ready to laugh. Umm, I'm still struggling with this one. I've
had
> a couple of occasions where I had to use a backup pen when a pod messed
up.
> I keep thinking about all of the comments about lifting up your top and
just
> injecting. So I tried. Well, ummm, oh brother! I lift up my top and all I
> find are my pants. Most of the good grabbable tissue for me is down lower,
> so when I tried to do it, I really felt like I half undressed, getting my
> pants kind of out of the way and trying to hold my top up and oh yeah,
work
> the stupid pen. I tell you, I think I truly earned the clumsy comedy award
> for 2019. Hard to imagine doing that at every meal and out in public. I
> think I need a touchy feely model or something. <laughing! I did find a
few
> spots, kind of over my ribs above my waist. It wasn't very comfortable
> though, when I injected. Man, I think I'm going to have to be more
creative
> to use a pen than my pump. <laughing!>
> Anyway, I really appreciate this thread and look forward to further
> enlightenment. Thanks a bunch.
> 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




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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Tue Nov 26 00:15:39 2019
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 19:15:39 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.
In-Reply-To: <000301d5a3e0$55f355b0$01da0110$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <3b2f4a96.63f6.446d.804d.f38388453b8c@samobile.net>
	<000301d5a3e0$55f355b0$01da0110$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <000401d5a3ee$a2fb9bc0$e8f2d340$@comcast.net>


Oh Veronica, you made me laugh. But there is quite a bit of latitude as to
where you can inject. Try injecting more on the side of your stomach,and a
little higher than you might think. You won't get so caught up in your
clothes and can be quite discrete. I do understand the being lazy though. It
is nice not to have to check glucose with a finger stick.

Jeanette

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 5:33 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Veronica Elsea
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.

Oh I wish I were still thin. It's just that most of what I have is, well,
lower down. <laughing! When I was using pens during those first few years, I
didn't go out much. Back then though, NPH hit me like regular and Lente
didn't last long at all. The most striking thing to me when I went on the
pump, other than feeling like I got my life back was that I was able to cut
my insulin dosage in half. Of course, I know more now so who knows! 
I'm also enjoying being lazy and not writing down everything I do, eat or
think. <grin.> It's handy to just hand over the gadget and say okay,
download my misdeeds! <grin> 
Anyway, the clothing thing just really bugs me and the more I know, the less
afraid of it I might be? Well, we'll find out, maybe? Hope not.
Thanks again.
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 d
m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 2:25 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.

Oh me,
Be proud that you are so thin,
good for you.
I wrote a question for this list on my school list, I had to laugh over 
that as well.
Trying to have two different conversations at once.
Good for you.

Original message:
> Hi everyone.
> Okay, get ready to laugh. Umm, I'm still struggling with this one. I've
had
> a couple of occasions where I had to use a backup pen when a pod messed
up.
> I keep thinking about all of the comments about lifting up your top and
just
> injecting. So I tried. Well, ummm, oh brother! I lift up my top and all I
> find are my pants. Most of the good grabbable tissue for me is down lower,
> so when I tried to do it, I really felt like I half undressed, getting my
> pants kind of out of the way and trying to hold my top up and oh yeah,
work
> the stupid pen. I tell you, I think I truly earned the clumsy comedy award
> for 2019. Hard to imagine doing that at every meal and out in public. I
> think I need a touchy feely model or something. <laughing! I did find a
few
> spots, kind of over my ribs above my waist. It wasn't very comfortable
> though, when I injected. Man, I think I'm going to have to be more
creative
> to use a pen than my pump. <laughing!>
> Anyway, I really appreciate this thread and look forward to further
> enlightenment. Thanks a bunch.
> 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
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Tue Nov 26 03:13:39 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 19:13:39 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.
In-Reply-To: <000401d5a3ee$a2fb9bc0$e8f2d340$@comcast.net>
References: <3b2f4a96.63f6.446d.804d.f38388453b8c@samobile.net>	<000301d5a3e0$55f355b0$01da0110$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<000401d5a3ee$a2fb9bc0$e8f2d340$@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <001501d5a407$7fc15280$7f43f780$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Thanks, Jeanette. That did make sense. Kind of on the way to the hip, but
not quite there yet? Knowing me, can you say elastic waist band? Hahahahaha!
That's when it would snap back, hit the needle and jab it into my hand. I'm
so graceful, you see. But seriously, I do appreciate the conversations.
In the meantime, I'll keep working on my projects from here and let's hope
we get something on the ball so that if we go back to a pen, it's because we
make the choice to do so, not because there is no choice.
Veronica


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Laurel Creek Music Designs
Santa Cruz, California
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-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Jeanette Kutash via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 4:16 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Jeanette Kutash
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.


Oh Veronica, you made me laugh. But there is quite a bit of latitude as to
where you can inject. Try injecting more on the side of your stomach,and a
little higher than you might think. You won't get so caught up in your
clothes and can be quite discrete. I do understand the being lazy though. It
is nice not to have to check glucose with a finger stick.

Jeanette

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 5:33 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Veronica Elsea
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.

Oh I wish I were still thin. It's just that most of what I have is, well,
lower down. <laughing! When I was using pens during those first few years, I
didn't go out much. Back then though, NPH hit me like regular and Lente
didn't last long at all. The most striking thing to me when I went on the
pump, other than feeling like I got my life back was that I was able to cut
my insulin dosage in half. Of course, I know more now so who knows! 
I'm also enjoying being lazy and not writing down everything I do, eat or
think. <grin.> It's handy to just hand over the gadget and say okay,
download my misdeeds! <grin> 
Anyway, the clothing thing just really bugs me and the more I know, the less
afraid of it I might be? Well, we'll find out, maybe? Hope not.
Thanks again.
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 d
m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 2:25 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Using insulin pens in public.

Oh me,
Be proud that you are so thin,
good for you.
I wrote a question for this list on my school list, I had to laugh over 
that as well.
Trying to have two different conversations at once.
Good for you.

Original message:
> Hi everyone.
> Okay, get ready to laugh. Umm, I'm still struggling with this one. I've
had
> a couple of occasions where I had to use a backup pen when a pod messed
up.
> I keep thinking about all of the comments about lifting up your top and
just
> injecting. So I tried. Well, ummm, oh brother! I lift up my top and all I
> find are my pants. Most of the good grabbable tissue for me is down lower,
> so when I tried to do it, I really felt like I half undressed, getting my
> pants kind of out of the way and trying to hold my top up and oh yeah,
work
> the stupid pen. I tell you, I think I truly earned the clumsy comedy award
> for 2019. Hard to imagine doing that at every meal and out in public. I
> think I need a touchy feely model or something. <laughing! I did find a
few
> spots, kind of over my ribs above my waist. It wasn't very comfortable
> though, when I injected. Man, I think I'm going to have to be more
creative
> to use a pen than my pump. <laughing!>
> Anyway, I really appreciate this thread and look forward to further
> enlightenment. Thanks a bunch.
> 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




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From letsdanceintx at gmail.com  Tue Nov 26 04:42:15 2019
From: letsdanceintx at gmail.com (Verlyn Baldwin)
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 22:42:15 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
Message-ID: <001301d5a413$e1522a90$a3f67fb0$@gmail.com>

Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. I
will give it a go!

The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off then a
cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube of sorts
that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed the needle is
screwed on the end of the pen and then the two protective caps are removed.
I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed on and
still being covered with the caps would work out just fine. Once the
injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and place the entire
pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen. 

I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the various
type of pens.

Verlyn




From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Tue Nov 26 13:01:52 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 07:01:52 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
In-Reply-To: <001301d5a413$e1522a90$a3f67fb0$@gmail.com>
References: <001301d5a413$e1522a90$a3f67fb0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <01db01d5a459$ad052da0$070f88e0$@gmail.com>

Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to give my
meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh was accessible
when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing it, but I was discreet
about doing it under the table.  Giving my insulin with the pump was often
less discreet.  I remember wearing a nice dress for my class reunion and had
my pump in my bra.  Reaching in my dress to access my pump was not a very
lady-like site at the dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.

Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should know
that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at other
tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every move, so don't
worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your insulin.  I can't
recall any instance that someone questioned what I was doing, since I did it
so quickly under the table.  Just like Bridget, I also breast fed my son in
public.  I was careful not to expose myself, but you still knew what I was
doing.  Again, everyone has a different comfort level in regards to taking
insulin in public, but I really don't think most people notice what you are
doing.  Most are too busy looking at their phones these days!

				Jamie
        

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. I
will give it a go!

The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off then a
cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube of sorts
that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed the needle is
screwed on the end of the pen and then the two protective caps are removed.
I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed on and
still being covered with the caps would work out just fine. Once the
injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and place the entire
pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen. 

I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the various
type of pens.

Verlyn


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From bernienfb75 at gmail.com  Tue Nov 26 13:40:37 2019
From: bernienfb75 at gmail.com (Bernadette Jacobs)
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 08:40:37 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
In-Reply-To: <01db01d5a459$ad052da0$070f88e0$@gmail.com>
References: <001301d5a413$e1522a90$a3f67fb0$@gmail.com>
	<01db01d5a459$ad052da0$070f88e0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAO=LP_PcbVQdVXhH+_=PQ0GTrmNVQakK0bZdsiKz_g+n7Fc-5g@mail.gmail.com>

Now you're talking' Jamie!!!  I feel exactly the way you do.  Most
people in a restaurant aren't even looking at anyone in particular,
anyway.  I think we all just imagine they are.  I know I do at
times... except, however, when I'm injecting my insulin.  I really
don't give a rip in that case.  It only takes a few seconds and it's
gotta be done.  Right???  If they're not looking, most others think
whatever you're doing is none of their business anyway.  Right???

Bern

On 11/26/19, Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to give my
> meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh was
> accessible
> when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing it, but I was discreet
> about doing it under the table.  Giving my insulin with the pump was often
> less discreet.  I remember wearing a nice dress for my class reunion and
> had
> my pump in my bra.  Reaching in my dress to access my pump was not a very
> lady-like site at the dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
>
> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should know
> that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at other
> tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every move, so
> don't
> worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your insulin.  I can't
> recall any instance that someone questioned what I was doing, since I did
> it
> so quickly under the table.  Just like Bridget, I also breast fed my son in
> public.  I was careful not to expose myself, but you still knew what I was
> doing.  Again, everyone has a different comfort level in regards to taking
> insulin in public, but I really don't think most people notice what you are
> doing.  Most are too busy looking at their phones these days!
>
> 				Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
> Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
>
> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. I
> will give it a go!
>
> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off then a
> cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube of sorts
> that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed the needle is
> screwed on the end of the pen and then the two protective caps are removed.
> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed on
> and
> still being covered with the caps would work out just fine. Once the
> injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and place the
> entire
> pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
>
> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the various
> type of pens.
>
> Verlyn
>
>
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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Tue Nov 26 14:03:24 2019
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 08:03:24 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
In-Reply-To: <CAO=LP_PcbVQdVXhH+_=PQ0GTrmNVQakK0bZdsiKz_g+n7Fc-5g@mail.gmail.com>
References: <001301d5a413$e1522a90$a3f67fb0$@gmail.com>
	<01db01d5a459$ad052da0$070f88e0$@gmail.com>
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Exactly!

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com> 
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 7:41 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Now you're talking' Jamie!!!  I feel exactly the way you do.  Most people in a restaurant aren't even looking at anyone in particular, anyway.  I think we all just imagine they are.  I know I do at times... except, however, when I'm injecting my insulin.  I really don't give a rip in that case.  It only takes a few seconds and it's gotta be done.  Right???  If they're not looking, most others think whatever you're doing is none of their business anyway.  Right???

Bern

On 11/26/19, Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to 
> give my meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh 
> was accessible when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing 
> it, but I was discreet about doing it under the table.  Giving my 
> insulin with the pump was often less discreet.  I remember wearing a 
> nice dress for my class reunion and had my pump in my bra.  Reaching 
> in my dress to access my pump was not a very lady-like site at the 
> dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
>
> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should 
> know that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at 
> other tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every 
> move, so don't worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your 
> insulin.  I can't recall any instance that someone questioned what I 
> was doing, since I did it so quickly under the table.  Just like 
> Bridget, I also breast fed my son in public.  I was careful not to 
> expose myself, but you still knew what I was doing.  Again, everyone 
> has a different comfort level in regards to taking insulin in public, 
> but I really don't think most people notice what you are doing.  Most 
> are too busy looking at their phones these days!
>
> 				Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
>
> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. 
> I will give it a go!
>
> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off 
> then a cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube 
> of sorts that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed 
> the needle is screwed on the end of the pen and then the two protective caps are removed.
> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed 
> on and still being covered with the caps would work out just fine. 
> Once the injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and 
> place the entire pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
>
> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the 
> various type of pens.
>
> Verlyn
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Diabetes-Talk mailing list
> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
> Diabetes-Talk:
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Tue Nov 26 22:04:52 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 14:04:52 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
In-Reply-To: <022201d5a462$45ab6b70$d1024250$@gmail.com>
References: <001301d5a413$e1522a90$a3f67fb0$@gmail.com>	<01db01d5a459$ad052da0$070f88e0$@gmail.com>	<CAO=LP_PcbVQdVXhH+_=PQ0GTrmNVQakK0bZdsiKz_g+n7Fc-5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<022201d5a462$45ab6b70$d1024250$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <006e01d5a4a5$8752fe60$95f8fb20$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

I had one day when I wasn't sure about my pod so I grabbed a pen just in
case. I wanted to attach the needle so it would be easy, should I need it. I
couldn't put that outer cap back on over the needle unless I removed the
outer needle cap. Then I was sure I'd lose that itty bitty pen cap in the
restaurant. As it turned out, I didn't have to prove myself clutsy that day.
<grin.> But even though I'm still using my Omnipod, I'm really appreciating
this thread.
Actually, today when I was out I had a scary moment. In our town, our
sidewalks are now littered with Jump bikes. Today I thought I was getting
around one and a piece of it stuck out and caught on my pod, which was on
the back of my arm. Man you should have seen how fast I froze in position. I
didn't end up ripping it off, but boy it was close! And that would have been
really messy. 
By the way, I wore my first pump in my bra. The really cool thing is that it
had these big bubble buttons so I could just reach up and press them without
taking it out. It also meant that the beeps were close to my ear and I could
hear them in a crowded public setting. That is one thing I like about having
the remote to control the Omnipod. I also like having that flexibility to
use the Seeing AI app if I want to double-check myself when I'm out. 
Anyway, thanks so much, all of you. I am very grateful to have your company
on this unwanted journey.
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: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:03 AM
To: 'Bernadette Jacobs'; 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; 'Verlyn Baldwin'
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Exactly!

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com> 
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 7:41 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Now you're talking' Jamie!!!  I feel exactly the way you do.  Most people in
a restaurant aren't even looking at anyone in particular, anyway.  I think
we all just imagine they are.  I know I do at times... except, however, when
I'm injecting my insulin.  I really don't give a rip in that case.  It only
takes a few seconds and it's gotta be done.  Right???  If they're not
looking, most others think whatever you're doing is none of their business
anyway.  Right???

Bern

On 11/26/19, Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
wrote:
> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to 
> give my meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh 
> was accessible when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing 
> it, but I was discreet about doing it under the table.  Giving my 
> insulin with the pump was often less discreet.  I remember wearing a 
> nice dress for my class reunion and had my pump in my bra.  Reaching 
> in my dress to access my pump was not a very lady-like site at the 
> dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
>
> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should 
> know that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at 
> other tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every 
> move, so don't worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your 
> insulin.  I can't recall any instance that someone questioned what I 
> was doing, since I did it so quickly under the table.  Just like 
> Bridget, I also breast fed my son in public.  I was careful not to 
> expose myself, but you still knew what I was doing.  Again, everyone 
> has a different comfort level in regards to taking insulin in public, 
> but I really don't think most people notice what you are doing.  Most 
> are too busy looking at their phones these days!
>
> 				Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
>
> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. 
> I will give it a go!
>
> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off 
> then a cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube 
> of sorts that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed 
> the needle is screwed on the end of the pen and then the two protective
caps are removed.
> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed 
> on and still being covered with the caps would work out just fine. 
> Once the injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and 
> place the entire pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
>
> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the 
> various type of pens.
>
> Verlyn
>
>
> _______________________________________________
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From hmladek at neo.rr.com  Tue Nov 26 22:11:58 2019
From: hmladek at neo.rr.com (Rick Mladek)
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 17:11:58 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
In-Reply-To: <006e01d5a4a5$8752fe60$95f8fb20$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <001301d5a413$e1522a90$a3f67fb0$@gmail.com>	<01db01d5a459$ad052da0$070f88e0$@gmail.com>	<CAO=LP_PcbVQdVXhH+_=PQ0GTrmNVQakK0bZdsiKz_g+n7Fc-5g@mail.gmail.com>	<022201d5a462$45ab6b70$d1024250$@gmail.com>
	<006e01d5a4a5$8752fe60$95f8fb20$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <001301d5a4a6$872eb810$958c2830$@neo.rr.com>

Hi Veronica, regarding your Omnipod, does this pump have an automatic
inserter of the canula/needle?

TKS,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 5:05 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

I had one day when I wasn't sure about my pod so I grabbed a pen just in
case. I wanted to attach the needle so it would be easy, should I need it. I
couldn't put that outer cap back on over the needle unless I removed the
outer needle cap. Then I was sure I'd lose that itty bitty pen cap in the
restaurant. As it turned out, I didn't have to prove myself clutsy that day.
<grin.> But even though I'm still using my Omnipod, I'm really appreciating
this thread.
Actually, today when I was out I had a scary moment. In our town, our
sidewalks are now littered with Jump bikes. Today I thought I was getting
around one and a piece of it stuck out and caught on my pod, which was on
the back of my arm. Man you should have seen how fast I froze in position. I
didn't end up ripping it off, but boy it was close! And that would have been
really messy. 
By the way, I wore my first pump in my bra. The really cool thing is that it
had these big bubble buttons so I could just reach up and press them without
taking it out. It also meant that the beeps were close to my ear and I could
hear them in a crowded public setting. That is one thing I like about having
the remote to control the Omnipod. I also like having that flexibility to
use the Seeing AI app if I want to double-check myself when I'm out. 
Anyway, thanks so much, all of you. I am very grateful to have your company
on this unwanted journey.
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: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:03 AM
To: 'Bernadette Jacobs'; 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; 'Verlyn Baldwin'
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Exactly!

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 7:41 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Now you're talking' Jamie!!!  I feel exactly the way you do.  Most people in
a restaurant aren't even looking at anyone in particular, anyway.  I think
we all just imagine they are.  I know I do at times... except, however, when
I'm injecting my insulin.  I really don't give a rip in that case.  It only
takes a few seconds and it's gotta be done.  Right???  If they're not
looking, most others think whatever you're doing is none of their business
anyway.  Right???

Bern

On 11/26/19, Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
wrote:
> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to 
> give my meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh 
> was accessible when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing 
> it, but I was discreet about doing it under the table.  Giving my 
> insulin with the pump was often less discreet.  I remember wearing a 
> nice dress for my class reunion and had my pump in my bra.  Reaching 
> in my dress to access my pump was not a very lady-like site at the 
> dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
>
> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should 
> know that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at 
> other tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every 
> move, so don't worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your 
> insulin.  I can't recall any instance that someone questioned what I 
> was doing, since I did it so quickly under the table.  Just like 
> Bridget, I also breast fed my son in public.  I was careful not to 
> expose myself, but you still knew what I was doing.  Again, everyone 
> has a different comfort level in regards to taking insulin in public, 
> but I really don't think most people notice what you are doing.  Most 
> are too busy looking at their phones these days!
>
> 				Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
>
> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. 
> I will give it a go!
>
> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off 
> then a cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube 
> of sorts that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed 
> the needle is screwed on the end of the pen and then the two 
> protective
caps are removed.
> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed 
> on and still being covered with the caps would work out just fine.
> Once the injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and 
> place the entire pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
>
> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the 
> various type of pens.
>
> Verlyn
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Diabetes-Talk mailing list
> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
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> nus%40
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>
>
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Wed Nov 27 01:03:52 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 17:03:52 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
In-Reply-To: <001301d5a4a6$872eb810$958c2830$@neo.rr.com>
References: <001301d5a413$e1522a90$a3f67fb0$@gmail.com>	<01db01d5a459$ad052da0$070f88e0$@gmail.com>	<CAO=LP_PcbVQdVXhH+_=PQ0GTrmNVQakK0bZdsiKz_g+n7Fc-5g@mail.gmail.com>	<022201d5a462$45ab6b70$d1024250$@gmail.com>	<006e01d5a4a5$8752fe60$95f8fb20$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
	<001301d5a4a6$872eb810$958c2830$@neo.rr.com>
Message-ID: <001601d5a4be$8954b870$9bfe2950$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

Hi Rick,
Yes, with the Omnipod, you fill a syringe with insulin, then stick the
syringe in the pod and slowly fill the pod. Once it's filled, you use the
remote to discontinue the previous pod. Then you hold the remote next to the
new one and it programs all the basal information into the new pod. Then it
instructs you to remove the needle cap and inspect. Then you remove two
pieces of adhesive backing and stick the pod on to your body. Then you press
a button on the remote to start and it inserts the cannula. Then hopefully
you're good to go for three days. This cannula inserts at an angle. I've
never had one not insert properly. It's a pretty slick process. 
Now, just ask me about whether I manage to insert the thing where I
intended. Hahaha! There's a pretty big random element there.
Anyway, hope that answered your question.
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 2:12 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Hi Veronica, regarding your Omnipod, does this pump have an automatic
inserter of the canula/needle?

TKS,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 5:05 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

I had one day when I wasn't sure about my pod so I grabbed a pen just in
case. I wanted to attach the needle so it would be easy, should I need it. I
couldn't put that outer cap back on over the needle unless I removed the
outer needle cap. Then I was sure I'd lose that itty bitty pen cap in the
restaurant. As it turned out, I didn't have to prove myself clutsy that day.
<grin.> But even though I'm still using my Omnipod, I'm really appreciating
this thread.
Actually, today when I was out I had a scary moment. In our town, our
sidewalks are now littered with Jump bikes. Today I thought I was getting
around one and a piece of it stuck out and caught on my pod, which was on
the back of my arm. Man you should have seen how fast I froze in position. I
didn't end up ripping it off, but boy it was close! And that would have been
really messy. 
By the way, I wore my first pump in my bra. The really cool thing is that it
had these big bubble buttons so I could just reach up and press them without
taking it out. It also meant that the beeps were close to my ear and I could
hear them in a crowded public setting. That is one thing I like about having
the remote to control the Omnipod. I also like having that flexibility to
use the Seeing AI app if I want to double-check myself when I'm out. 
Anyway, thanks so much, all of you. I am very grateful to have your company
on this unwanted journey.
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: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:03 AM
To: 'Bernadette Jacobs'; 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; 'Verlyn Baldwin'
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Exactly!

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 7:41 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Now you're talking' Jamie!!!  I feel exactly the way you do.  Most people in
a restaurant aren't even looking at anyone in particular, anyway.  I think
we all just imagine they are.  I know I do at times... except, however, when
I'm injecting my insulin.  I really don't give a rip in that case.  It only
takes a few seconds and it's gotta be done.  Right???  If they're not
looking, most others think whatever you're doing is none of their business
anyway.  Right???

Bern

On 11/26/19, Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
wrote:
> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to 
> give my meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh 
> was accessible when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing 
> it, but I was discreet about doing it under the table.  Giving my 
> insulin with the pump was often less discreet.  I remember wearing a 
> nice dress for my class reunion and had my pump in my bra.  Reaching 
> in my dress to access my pump was not a very lady-like site at the 
> dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
>
> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should 
> know that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at 
> other tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every 
> move, so don't worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your 
> insulin.  I can't recall any instance that someone questioned what I 
> was doing, since I did it so quickly under the table.  Just like 
> Bridget, I also breast fed my son in public.  I was careful not to 
> expose myself, but you still knew what I was doing.  Again, everyone 
> has a different comfort level in regards to taking insulin in public, 
> but I really don't think most people notice what you are doing.  Most 
> are too busy looking at their phones these days!
>
> 				Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
>
> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. 
> I will give it a go!
>
> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off 
> then a cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube 
> of sorts that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed 
> the needle is screwed on the end of the pen and then the two 
> protective
caps are removed.
> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed 
> on and still being covered with the caps would work out just fine.
> Once the injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and 
> place the entire pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
>
> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the 
> various type of pens.
>
> Verlyn
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Diabetes-Talk mailing list
> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
> Diabetes-Talk:
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> nus%40
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>
>
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From fidano at comcast.net  Wed Nov 27 02:09:18 2019
From: fidano at comcast.net (fidano at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 18:09:18 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
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Hmm, I see my Endo tomorrow!
 And with time to make decisions on medicates RX part D!
I am very curious about this omni pod...And who is it made by? 
Would it be basically totally accessible to use totally blind and alone? I
read you use the app to see if your about out at times?
Is this strictly basal or bolus insulin?
I got the email about the new pen Dexcom is putting out, anyone tried that
yet?
If it works w/the app as the G5 has, seems a good piece.. as long as its
accessible in both giving insulin and reviewing on my phone.
	Tamera
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 5:04 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Hi Rick,
Yes, with the Omnipod, you fill a syringe with insulin, then stick the
syringe in the pod and slowly fill the pod. Once it's filled, you use the
remote to discontinue the previous pod. Then you hold the remote next to the
new one and it programs all the basal information into the new pod. Then it
instructs you to remove the needle cap and inspect. Then you remove two
pieces of adhesive backing and stick the pod on to your body. Then you press
a button on the remote to start and it inserts the cannula. Then hopefully
you're good to go for three days. This cannula inserts at an angle. I've
never had one not insert properly. It's a pretty slick process. 
Now, just ask me about whether I manage to insert the thing where I
intended. Hahaha! There's a pretty big random element there.
Anyway, hope that answered your question.
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 2:12 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Hi Veronica, regarding your Omnipod, does this pump have an automatic
inserter of the canula/needle?

TKS,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 5:05 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

I had one day when I wasn't sure about my pod so I grabbed a pen just in
case. I wanted to attach the needle so it would be easy, should I need it. I
couldn't put that outer cap back on over the needle unless I removed the
outer needle cap. Then I was sure I'd lose that itty bitty pen cap in the
restaurant. As it turned out, I didn't have to prove myself clutsy that day.
<grin.> But even though I'm still using my Omnipod, I'm really appreciating
this thread.
Actually, today when I was out I had a scary moment. In our town, our
sidewalks are now littered with Jump bikes. Today I thought I was getting
around one and a piece of it stuck out and caught on my pod, which was on
the back of my arm. Man you should have seen how fast I froze in position. I
didn't end up ripping it off, but boy it was close! And that would have been
really messy. 
By the way, I wore my first pump in my bra. The really cool thing is that it
had these big bubble buttons so I could just reach up and press them without
taking it out. It also meant that the beeps were close to my ear and I could
hear them in a crowded public setting. That is one thing I like about having
the remote to control the Omnipod. I also like having that flexibility to
use the Seeing AI app if I want to double-check myself when I'm out. 
Anyway, thanks so much, all of you. I am very grateful to have your company
on this unwanted journey.
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: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:03 AM
To: 'Bernadette Jacobs'; 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; 'Verlyn Baldwin'
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Exactly!

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 7:41 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Now you're talking' Jamie!!!  I feel exactly the way you do.  Most people in
a restaurant aren't even looking at anyone in particular, anyway.  I think
we all just imagine they are.  I know I do at times... except, however, when
I'm injecting my insulin.  I really don't give a rip in that case.  It only
takes a few seconds and it's gotta be done.  Right???  If they're not
looking, most others think whatever you're doing is none of their business
anyway.  Right???

Bern

On 11/26/19, Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
wrote:
> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to 
> give my meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh 
> was accessible when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing 
> it, but I was discreet about doing it under the table.  Giving my 
> insulin with the pump was often less discreet.  I remember wearing a 
> nice dress for my class reunion and had my pump in my bra.  Reaching 
> in my dress to access my pump was not a very lady-like site at the 
> dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
>
> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should 
> know that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at 
> other tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every 
> move, so don't worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your 
> insulin.  I can't recall any instance that someone questioned what I 
> was doing, since I did it so quickly under the table.  Just like 
> Bridget, I also breast fed my son in public.  I was careful not to 
> expose myself, but you still knew what I was doing.  Again, everyone 
> has a different comfort level in regards to taking insulin in public, 
> but I really don't think most people notice what you are doing.  Most 
> are too busy looking at their phones these days!
>
> 				Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
>
> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. 
> I will give it a go!
>
> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off 
> then a cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube 
> of sorts that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed 
> the needle is screwed on the end of the pen and then the two 
> protective
caps are removed.
> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed 
> on and still being covered with the caps would work out just fine.
> Once the injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and 
> place the entire pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
>
> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the 
> various type of pens.
>
> Verlyn
>
>
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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Wed Nov 27 03:19:08 2019
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 19:19:08 -0800
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
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Hi Tamera.
First, the Inpen is not made by Dexcom. It's made by Companion Medical.
Dexcom just works with them because the information from the Inpen app can
be uploaded to Dexcom Clarity. But Ed has already reported that the app is
very accessible. 
As for the Omnipod, it's a complex question. I am totally blind and am using
it independently. But in order to do this, my hubby and I designed and made
a tool to help me fill the syringe. We do still have that design which
anyone can send to Shapeways, a company that does 3D printing. He also made
me a little stand which holds my phone in the best position for using the
Seeing AI app when I'm changing the pod, where an app like that is essential
because it's pretty easy to not be on the screen you think you are. It's
been a fair bit of drama for me to learn the placement of the pods on the
back of my arms. 
Obviously, I'm not that special and if you are determined and really have
the commitment in the beginning, it's possible. But I sure wouldn't call it
completely accessible out of the box. My definition of that would be speech
built in. I would suggest you set up an appointment with a trainer to get a
good look at it and to play with it and see for yourself. Of course, I am
more than willing to help where I can if you're really interested in the
Omnipod.
Hope this helps.
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
Tamera via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:09 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: fidano at comcast.net
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Hmm, I see my Endo tomorrow!
 And with time to make decisions on medicates RX part D!
I am very curious about this omni pod...And who is it made by? 
Would it be basically totally accessible to use totally blind and alone? I
read you use the app to see if your about out at times?
Is this strictly basal or bolus insulin?
I got the email about the new pen Dexcom is putting out, anyone tried that
yet?
If it works w/the app as the G5 has, seems a good piece.. as long as its
accessible in both giving insulin and reviewing on my phone.
	Tamera
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 5:04 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Hi Rick,
Yes, with the Omnipod, you fill a syringe with insulin, then stick the
syringe in the pod and slowly fill the pod. Once it's filled, you use the
remote to discontinue the previous pod. Then you hold the remote next to the
new one and it programs all the basal information into the new pod. Then it
instructs you to remove the needle cap and inspect. Then you remove two
pieces of adhesive backing and stick the pod on to your body. Then you press
a button on the remote to start and it inserts the cannula. Then hopefully
you're good to go for three days. This cannula inserts at an angle. I've
never had one not insert properly. It's a pretty slick process. 
Now, just ask me about whether I manage to insert the thing where I
intended. Hahaha! There's a pretty big random element there.
Anyway, hope that answered your question.
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
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 2:12 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Hi Veronica, regarding your Omnipod, does this pump have an automatic
inserter of the canula/needle?

TKS,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 5:05 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

I had one day when I wasn't sure about my pod so I grabbed a pen just in
case. I wanted to attach the needle so it would be easy, should I need it. I
couldn't put that outer cap back on over the needle unless I removed the
outer needle cap. Then I was sure I'd lose that itty bitty pen cap in the
restaurant. As it turned out, I didn't have to prove myself clutsy that day.
<grin.> But even though I'm still using my Omnipod, I'm really appreciating
this thread.
Actually, today when I was out I had a scary moment. In our town, our
sidewalks are now littered with Jump bikes. Today I thought I was getting
around one and a piece of it stuck out and caught on my pod, which was on
the back of my arm. Man you should have seen how fast I froze in position. I
didn't end up ripping it off, but boy it was close! And that would have been
really messy. 
By the way, I wore my first pump in my bra. The really cool thing is that it
had these big bubble buttons so I could just reach up and press them without
taking it out. It also meant that the beeps were close to my ear and I could
hear them in a crowded public setting. That is one thing I like about having
the remote to control the Omnipod. I also like having that flexibility to
use the Seeing AI app if I want to double-check myself when I'm out. 
Anyway, thanks so much, all of you. I am very grateful to have your company
on this unwanted journey.
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: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:03 AM
To: 'Bernadette Jacobs'; 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; 'Verlyn Baldwin'
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Exactly!

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 7:41 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Now you're talking' Jamie!!!  I feel exactly the way you do.  Most people in
a restaurant aren't even looking at anyone in particular, anyway.  I think
we all just imagine they are.  I know I do at times... except, however, when
I'm injecting my insulin.  I really don't give a rip in that case.  It only
takes a few seconds and it's gotta be done.  Right???  If they're not
looking, most others think whatever you're doing is none of their business
anyway.  Right???

Bern

On 11/26/19, Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
wrote:
> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to 
> give my meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh 
> was accessible when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing 
> it, but I was discreet about doing it under the table.  Giving my 
> insulin with the pump was often less discreet.  I remember wearing a 
> nice dress for my class reunion and had my pump in my bra.  Reaching 
> in my dress to access my pump was not a very lady-like site at the 
> dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
>
> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should 
> know that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at 
> other tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every 
> move, so don't worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your 
> insulin.  I can't recall any instance that someone questioned what I 
> was doing, since I did it so quickly under the table.  Just like 
> Bridget, I also breast fed my son in public.  I was careful not to 
> expose myself, but you still knew what I was doing.  Again, everyone 
> has a different comfort level in regards to taking insulin in public, 
> but I really don't think most people notice what you are doing.  Most 
> are too busy looking at their phones these days!
>
> 				Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
>
> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. 
> I will give it a go!
>
> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off 
> then a cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube 
> of sorts that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed 
> the needle is screwed on the end of the pen and then the two 
> protective
caps are removed.
> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed 
> on and still being covered with the caps would work out just fine.
> Once the injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and 
> place the entire pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
>
> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the 
> various type of pens.
>
> Verlyn
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Diabetes-Talk mailing list
> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
> Diabetes-Talk:
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> nus%40
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>
>
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Wed Nov 27 14:23:31 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2019 08:23:31 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
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Veronica can speak more on it, but it's put out by Omnipod. Veronica is
totally blind and using it. It's a sub Q pump like any other pump, but it's
an actual little pod that sits on your body instead of connecting to an
infusion set.

Are you speaking of the ipen we have been discussing this week on the list?
Voiceover is compatible with the app corresponding with the ipen.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Tamera
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 8:09 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: fidano at comcast.net
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Hmm, I see my Endo tomorrow!
 And with time to make decisions on medicates RX part D!
I am very curious about this omni pod...And who is it made by? 
Would it be basically totally accessible to use totally blind and alone? I
read you use the app to see if your about out at times?
Is this strictly basal or bolus insulin?
I got the email about the new pen Dexcom is putting out, anyone tried that
yet?
If it works w/the app as the G5 has, seems a good piece.. as long as its
accessible in both giving insulin and reviewing on my phone.
	Tamera
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 5:04 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Hi Rick,
Yes, with the Omnipod, you fill a syringe with insulin, then stick the
syringe in the pod and slowly fill the pod. Once it's filled, you use the
remote to discontinue the previous pod. Then you hold the remote next to the
new one and it programs all the basal information into the new pod. Then it
instructs you to remove the needle cap and inspect. Then you remove two
pieces of adhesive backing and stick the pod on to your body. Then you press
a button on the remote to start and it inserts the cannula. Then hopefully
you're good to go for three days. This cannula inserts at an angle. I've
never had one not insert properly. It's a pretty slick process. 
Now, just ask me about whether I manage to insert the thing where I
intended. Hahaha! There's a pretty big random element there.
Anyway, hope that answered your question.
Veronica


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-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Rick Mladek via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 2:12 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Rick Mladek
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Hi Veronica, regarding your Omnipod, does this pump have an automatic
inserter of the canula/needle?

TKS,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 5:05 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

I had one day when I wasn't sure about my pod so I grabbed a pen just in
case. I wanted to attach the needle so it would be easy, should I need it. I
couldn't put that outer cap back on over the needle unless I removed the
outer needle cap. Then I was sure I'd lose that itty bitty pen cap in the
restaurant. As it turned out, I didn't have to prove myself clutsy that day.
<grin.> But even though I'm still using my Omnipod, I'm really appreciating
this thread.
Actually, today when I was out I had a scary moment. In our town, our
sidewalks are now littered with Jump bikes. Today I thought I was getting
around one and a piece of it stuck out and caught on my pod, which was on
the back of my arm. Man you should have seen how fast I froze in position. I
didn't end up ripping it off, but boy it was close! And that would have been
really messy. 
By the way, I wore my first pump in my bra. The really cool thing is that it
had these big bubble buttons so I could just reach up and press them without
taking it out. It also meant that the beeps were close to my ear and I could
hear them in a crowded public setting. That is one thing I like about having
the remote to control the Omnipod. I also like having that flexibility to
use the Seeing AI app if I want to double-check myself when I'm out. 
Anyway, thanks so much, all of you. I am very grateful to have your company
on this unwanted journey.
Veronica


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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: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:03 AM
To: 'Bernadette Jacobs'; 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; 'Verlyn Baldwin'
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Exactly!

				Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Bernadette Jacobs <bernienfb75 at gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 7:41 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com; Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Now you're talking' Jamie!!!  I feel exactly the way you do.  Most people in
a restaurant aren't even looking at anyone in particular, anyway.  I think
we all just imagine they are.  I know I do at times... except, however, when
I'm injecting my insulin.  I really don't give a rip in that case.  It only
takes a few seconds and it's gotta be done.  Right???  If they're not
looking, most others think whatever you're doing is none of their business
anyway.  Right???

Bern

On 11/26/19, Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
wrote:
> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to 
> give my meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh 
> was accessible when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing 
> it, but I was discreet about doing it under the table.  Giving my 
> insulin with the pump was often less discreet.  I remember wearing a 
> nice dress for my class reunion and had my pump in my bra.  Reaching 
> in my dress to access my pump was not a very lady-like site at the 
> dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
>
> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should 
> know that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at 
> other tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every 
> move, so don't worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your 
> insulin.  I can't recall any instance that someone questioned what I 
> was doing, since I did it so quickly under the table.  Just like 
> Bridget, I also breast fed my son in public.  I was careful not to 
> expose myself, but you still knew what I was doing.  Again, everyone 
> has a different comfort level in regards to taking insulin in public, 
> but I really don't think most people notice what you are doing.  Most 
> are too busy looking at their phones these days!
>
> 				Jamie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
>
> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. 
> I will give it a go!
>
> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off 
> then a cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube 
> of sorts that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed 
> the needle is screwed on the end of the pen and then the two 
> protective
caps are removed.
> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed 
> on and still being covered with the caps would work out just fine.
> Once the injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and 
> place the entire pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
>
> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the 
> various type of pens.
>
> Verlyn
>
>
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Thu Nov 28 01:27:04 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2019 20:27:04 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
Message-ID: <57a8b79e.cadc.4e94.84ea.ee9fe27bf09b@samobile.net>

Oh you are a sweet lady.
I had a boss who would make an inside pocket on a sweater for her pump.

Original message:
> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to give my
> meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh was accessible
> when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing it, but I was discreet
> about doing it under the table.  Giving my insulin with the pump was often
> less discreet.  I remember wearing a nice dress for my class reunion and had
> my pump in my bra.  Reaching in my dress to access my pump was not a very
> lady-like site at the dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.

> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should know
> that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at other
> tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every move, so don't
> worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your insulin.  I can't
> recall any instance that someone questioned what I was doing, since I did it
> so quickly under the table.  Just like Bridget, I also breast fed my son in
> public.  I was careful not to expose myself, but you still knew what I was
> doing.  Again, everyone has a different comfort level in regards to taking
> insulin in public, but I really don't think most people notice what you are
> doing.  Most are too busy looking at their phones these days!

>                                 Jamie


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
> Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. I
> will give it a go!

> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off then a
> cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube of sorts
> that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed the needle is
> screwed on the end of the pen and then the two protective caps are removed.
> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed on and
> still being covered with the caps would work out just fine. Once the
> injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and place the entire
> pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.

> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the various
> type of pens.

> Verlyn


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From diana56cook at gmail.com  Fri Nov 29 23:07:23 2019
From: diana56cook at gmail.com (Diana Cook)
Date: Fri, 29 Nov 2019 18:07:23 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
In-Reply-To: <57a8b79e.cadc.4e94.84ea.ee9fe27bf09b@samobile.net>
References: <57a8b79e.cadc.4e94.84ea.ee9fe27bf09b@samobile.net>
Message-ID: <7630376B-5B92-4B87-A045-4255C85E984E@gmail.com>

Just an lol moment... wearing a dress,I strapped my pump to my thigh. Was ?shooting up? in ladies lounge. A woman screamed,?she has a bomb!!?

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 27, 2019, at 8:27 PM, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Oh you are a sweet lady.
> I had a boss who would make an inside pocket on a sweater for her pump.
> 
> Original message:
>> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to give my
>> meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh was accessible
>> when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing it, but I was discreet
>> about doing it under the table.  Giving my insulin with the pump was often
>> less discreet.  I remember wearing a nice dress for my class reunion and had
>> my pump in my bra.  Reaching in my dress to access my pump was not a very
>> lady-like site at the dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
> 
>> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should know
>> that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at other
>> tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every move, so don't
>> worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your insulin.  I can't
>> recall any instance that someone questioned what I was doing, since I did it
>> so quickly under the table.  Just like Bridget, I also breast fed my son in
>> public.  I was careful not to expose myself, but you still knew what I was
>> doing.  Again, everyone has a different comfort level in regards to taking
>> insulin in public, but I really don't think most people notice what you are
>> doing.  Most are too busy looking at their phones these days!
> 
>>                                Jamie
> 
> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
>> Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
> 
>> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. I
>> will give it a go!
> 
>> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off then a
>> cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube of sorts
>> that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed the needle is
>> screwed on the end of the pen and then the two protective caps are removed.
>> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed on and
>> still being covered with the caps would work out just fine. Once the
>> injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and place the entire
>> pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
>> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
> 
>> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the various
>> type of pens.
> 
>> Verlyn
> 
> 
>> _______________________________________________
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> 
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From dmgina at mysero.net  Fri Nov 29 23:16:35 2019
From: dmgina at mysero.net (d m gina)
Date: Fri, 29 Nov 2019 18:16:35 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
Message-ID: <2d1c5bc7.99f3.41d2.8ccc.1135ab748d54@samobile.net>

The first time I read that I laughed so hard.
Makes you wonder about people at times loll.
hope Thanksgiving went well for you.

Original message:
> Just an lol moment... wearing a dress,I strapped my pump to my thigh. 
> Was ?shooting up? in ladies lounge. A woman screamed,?she has a bomb!!?

> Sent from my iPhone

>> On Nov 27, 2019, at 8:27 PM, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk 
>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>> Oh you are a sweet lady.
>> I had a boss who would make an inside pocket on a sweater for her pump.

>> Original message:
>>> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to give my
>>> meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh was accessible
>>> when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing it, but I was discreet
>>> about doing it under the table.  Giving my insulin with the pump was often
>>> less discreet.  I remember wearing a nice dress for my class reunion and had
>>> my pump in my bra.  Reaching in my dress to access my pump was not a very
>>> lady-like site at the dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.

>>> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should know
>>> that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People at other
>>> tables are probably not staring at you or watching your every move, so don't
>>> worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take your insulin.  I can't
>>> recall any instance that someone questioned what I was doing, since I did it
>>> so quickly under the table.  Just like Bridget, I also breast fed my son in
>>> public.  I was careful not to expose myself, but you still knew what I was
>>> doing.  Again, everyone has a different comfort level in regards to taking
>>> insulin in public, but I really don't think most people notice what you are
>>> doing.  Most are too busy looking at their phones these days!

>>>                                Jamie


>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Verlyn
>>> Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

>>> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is encouraging. I
>>> will give it a go!

>>> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off then a
>>> cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny tube of sorts
>>> that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been removed the needle is
>>> screwed on the end of the pen and then the two protective caps are removed.
>>> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed on and
>>> still being covered with the caps would work out just fine. Once the
>>> injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and place the entire
>>> pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
>>> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.

>>> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the various
>>> type of pens.

>>> Verlyn


>>> _______________________________________________
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>>> Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>>> Diabetes-Talk:
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From bkpollpeter at gmail.com  Fri Nov 29 23:36:58 2019
From: bkpollpeter at gmail.com (Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter)
Date: Fri, 29 Nov 2019 17:36:58 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
In-Reply-To: <7630376B-5B92-4B87-A045-4255C85E984E@gmail.com>
References: <57a8b79e.cadc.4e94.84ea.ee9fe27bf09b@samobile.net>
	<7630376B-5B92-4B87-A045-4255C85E984E@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <068601d5a70d$e4d97e50$ae8c7af0$@gmail.com>

Oh, for Fs sake. People, deep sigh...

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Diana Cook via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, November 29, 2019 5:07 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Diana Cook <diana56cook at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens

Just an lol moment... wearing a dress,I strapped my pump to my thigh. Was ?shooting up? in ladies lounge. A woman screamed,?she has a bomb!!?

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 27, 2019, at 8:27 PM, d m gina via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Oh you are a sweet lady.
> I had a boss who would make an inside pocket on a sweater for her pump.
> 
> Original message:
>> Hi all!  In the late 80's, early 90's, I used the first Novapen to 
>> give my meal time insulin.  I always used my abdomen, unless my thigh 
>> was accessible when wearing shorts.  I didn't care who saw me doing 
>> it, but I was discreet about doing it under the table.  Giving my 
>> insulin with the pump was often less discreet.  I remember wearing a 
>> nice dress for my class reunion and had my pump in my bra.  Reaching 
>> in my dress to access my pump was not a very lady-like site at the dinner table!  I never wore it in my bra again.
> 
>> Don't worry about what others might think.  Those you are with should 
>> know that you are a diabetic and need to take your insulin.  People 
>> at other tables are probably not staring at you or watching your 
>> every move, so don't worry so much about hiking up your shirt to take 
>> your insulin.  I can't recall any instance that someone questioned 
>> what I was doing, since I did it so quickly under the table.  Just 
>> like Bridget, I also breast fed my son in public.  I was careful not 
>> to expose myself, but you still knew what I was doing.  Again, 
>> everyone has a different comfort level in regards to taking insulin 
>> in public, but I really don't think most people notice what you are doing.  Most are too busy looking at their phones these days!
> 
>>                                Jamie
> 
> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
>> Verlyn Baldwin via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Monday, November 25, 2019 10:42 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: Verlyn Baldwin <letsdanceintx at gmail.com>
>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Out and About with the Pens
> 
>> Your sharing your experiences with injecting in public is 
>> encouraging. I will give it a go!
> 
>> The needles are individual and have a paper flap that is peeled off 
>> then a cap that pulls off and one more step of pulling off a tiny 
>> tube of sorts that covers the needle. Once the paper flap has been 
>> removed the needle is screwed on the end of the pen and then the two protective caps are removed.
>> I would imagine that carrying the pen with the needle already screwed 
>> on and still being covered with the caps would work out just fine. 
>> Once the injection has been given replace the tiny tube like cap and 
>> place the entire pen back in your pocket or purse, etc.
>> Hope this helps to better understand how the needle attaches to the pen.
> 
>> I have been told that the needles are designed to fit on all the 
>> various type of pens.
> 
>> Verlyn
> 
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