What to expect at the Endo..
I already have my mind set on the Omnipod and I would really like to get a CGM too. What will I have to expect at the Endo? How log will it take to get the prescriptions? Will there be a chance to wear a test pump and CGM ( had the Omipod Dummy already)?
Do I need to meet any certain criteria to get the insurance cover the costs for both?(Tricare) hould I contact Insurance first and see if they would pay?
Sorry, so many questions...
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Permalink Reply by Christine on -
Just another question...my Endo told me they do pump therapy but have no experience with the Omnipod, but she was very positive about it and no problem getting her ok. So if I get approved by my insurance will it be enough to get the OmniPod peoples support on it or do you think I need to look for a clinic where they have OmniPod experience?
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Permalink Reply by Richard P Cosgrove on -
I went to my Endo appointment on the 18th of Oct and told them I wanted to go on the pump. She said I will write the Rx and by the time I got home I had a message from Minimed to call about my insurance coverage. I went on a short vacation and the next week I had my pump. So it's up to your Doctor and how fast they react and how good your insurance company is in approving. I have BCBS. No problems.
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Permalink Reply by Christine on
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ok , I faxed the paper work in Friday a week ago and got an email Monday from my Omnipod rep that he received the papers. Haven't heard anything yet but not surprised since we have Tricare and like always military gets the worst of all...*lol* Probably will take us month...
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Permalink Reply by Christine on
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update - like expected Tricare is a pain in the behind (be careful what you wish for with government run healthcare). They want more data - more A1Cs, more logs, doctors transcripts...grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
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