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Can anyone provide insight into CIGNA insurance?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Bathyscaph Sep 21, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Well, I came home tonight to a letter in the mail telling me that my company is dropping AETNA as a health insurance option and switching to CIGNA.After a stint in the hospital with DKA in January, I…Continue
Who upgrades first: Dexcom or Omnipod?
Started Aug 13, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
I keep hearing about the next generation of these systems, but it seems they are always "available very, very soon." Yet, the FDA still seems to be keeping these new tools out of our reach. I know…Continue
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ATRannals replied to TracyUNCC's discussion 'Dexcom issues for young athlete!' in the group Dexcom Users"I will second the SkinTac and Flexfix. I'm not an active 11 year old, but I just had a sensor last through a week long cruise with lots of swimming, snorkeling and hot tubs."
ATRannals replied to Lori's discussion 'Dexcom'"Yes. I am on the Dexcom and the OmniPod. I find the Dexcom to fairly accurate after the first 24-48 hours of a new sensor. I still rarely use it for bolusing decisions, but it's great to see trends and let me know what's going on at all…"
Bathyscaph replied to ATRannals's discussion 'Can anyone provide insight into CIGNA insurance?'"I have Cigna. They manage our company-sponsored plan so your experience may vary but, really, they've been great.
They have a team of people, all who have diabetes or have family members with diabetes, who help provide counseling and one of…"
ATRannals replied to ATRannals's discussion 'My first bleeder.' in the group OmniPod Users"Thanks for the tip. Looks like I'll need to add some cotton balls to the kit bag. :-)
Alan"
Scott Wilkins replied to ATRannals's discussion 'My first bleeder.' in the group OmniPod Users"Yep, if you're on aspirin and/or other heart meds bleeding is often a long fight to stop. I've had a couple too, but fortuantely they are rare and I'm learning where not to wear a pod. Good luck in the future."
"Maybe time to start keeping a few Band-Aids in your kit?"
elaine peterson replied to ATRannals's discussion 'My first bleeder.' in the group OmniPod Users"Yes, it is a blast!"
Denise Ventura replied to ATRannals's discussion 'My first bleeder.' in the group OmniPod Users"Yea, that happened to me a few times. Don't try to stop it w/ alcohol pads- they just make it bleed more-- dry cotton balls are the best.
Worse than that, when i used to be on a Minimed insulin pump, had an infection at the infusion site- it…"
"Im not familer with cigna but I did some research from the last company i worked for so please do not quote me on this for sure. I went thru there policy documents and from the looks of it the omnipod was covered and so were test strips for the…"
clubkobe replied to ATRannals's discussion 'My first bleeder.' in the group OmniPod Users"Gees, the crap we go thru. If people only knew. Those bleeders can be brutal when they just won't stop! For me, I figure it's made worse because of the baby aspirin I take every morning, keeps the blood thin but takes longer to clot. Nice…"
ATRannals added a discussion to the group OmniPod Users
My first bleeder.
Had my first bleeder today. I started my bolus for lunch and in the middle of the bolus I got a pod alarm. I went to a small conference room to do a quick pod change. As soon as I pulled the pod off, blood started gushing out of my abdomen. I didn't think it was a big deal at first, but it just wouldn't stop. I ended up bleeding all over my pants and had to use my shirt to stop the bleeding after overwhelming my alcohol pad. Once I got it stopped, I figured it was just time to go home. I didn't…See More
ATRannals posted a discussionCan anyone provide insight into CIGNA insurance?
Well, I came home tonight to a letter in the mail telling me that my company is dropping AETNA as a health insurance option and switching to CIGNA.After a stint in the hospital with DKA in January, I got serious about taking care of myself and I'm now on OmniPod and Dexcom and have dropped my A1c from over 16 to now under 6.I've been lucky that my OmniPod and Dexcom have both been covered at 100%. I pay for my insulin and that's it. All my pods, sensors, and test strips are covered with no…See More
ATRannals replied to KevinS's discussion 'Is Insulet ever coming out with a smaller pod and Dexcom integration?' in the group OmniPod Users"+1. Cell phone + Dexcom + PDM makes me feel like an engineer from the Dilbert cartoon."
ATRannals replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'CGM.. WHHhaaa???' in the group OmniPod Users"I would highly recommend the Dexcom. When I finally decided to get serious about my diabetes, I decided that the more data I had, the better decisions would be more apparent. At least for me, it's made a tremendous difference in my treatment.…"
ATRannals replied to Ladybug's discussion 'Omnipod & Glumetza' in the group OmniPod Users"What were your daily insulin totals before and after adding the Glumetza? I'm currently using about 110-120 units per day. I'm hoping that losing some weight and ramping down the carbs a little will get me under 100 units per day…"
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- June 15, 1999
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- At 8:05am on April 6, 2013,
Linda G said… 
HAPPY BIRTHDAY is only the beginning ATRannals!!
Wishing you all that is good in life and top it
with more happiness and endless love.
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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- At 4:31am on April 6, 2013,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,ATRannals. I wish for you a most wonderful day. Enjoy!!!
- At 5:04pm on April 6, 2012, Linda G said…
Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Alan...
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
- At 5:17am on April 6, 2012, SEAGATOR said…
Happy,Happy Birthday,ATRannals. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 5:58pm on February 26, 2012,
Donna H said… Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- its a great way to get to know the community.
- At 11:44pm on February 24, 2012, Linda G said…
Welcome home AT....
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends ♥
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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- At 12:39pm on February 24, 2012,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
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- At 12:38pm on February 24, 2012, SEAGATOR said…
WELCOME. This is a wonderful site with much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
- At 10:43am on February 24, 2012,
brokenpole said… Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
- At 9:51am on February 24, 2012,
catlover said… HI ATRannals- Welcome to TuD. We are glad you joined the community.
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