"No problems for me either, and presumably no problems for people with pacemakers. My unused pods go through the carry-on scanner along with the PDM and no problems there either. And a big bag (gallon size) of insulin and stuff goes through in one of…"
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jbowler replied to Erik's discussion 'Can TSA Scanners Damage a Pod Too?' in the group OmniPod Users
Erik commented on Mathew's group 'OmniPod Users'"Oops... meant to type that Medicare considers them disposable, not DME."
Erik commented on Mathew's group 'OmniPod Users'"Interesting that Medicare considers pods DME. Anthem BlueCross BlueShield PPO considers them DME. Year one with them, they were covered 100% as syringes would be, then they switched to categorize them as DME. I guess they can call them whatever they…"
Kimberly replied to Erik's discussion 'Can TSA Scanners Damage a Pod Too?' in the group OmniPod Users"I always go through the scanner with my pod on, and I have never had an issue. The PDM goes through the X-Ray machine (which is stronger than the backscatter machines) and after probably 40 or so trips in 3 years, it's still working.
So no -…"
Scott Wilkins replied to Erik's discussion 'Can TSA Scanners Damage a Pod Too?' in the group OmniPod Users"According to the manual that came with my new Omnipod, TSA scanners cannot damage the unit or the PDM."
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Can TSA Scanners Damage a Pod Too?
Diabetic teen upset with TSA screeners at Salt Lake City Airport TSA broke this girl's Animas pump!! Anyone know if pods are susceptible to damage by scanners?See More
Erik commented on Mathew's group 'OmniPod Users'"https://twitter.com/#!/fdadeviceinfo
The FDA tweets approvals, if you want to be among the first to know when the next gen system gets the nod."
Erik replied to JBasil's discussion 'Help Design the Next OmniPod!' in the group OmniPod Users"I should read this site more often... how did this go? Any great ideas surface?"
Erik replied to JasonN's discussion 'Numb hands!' in the group OmniPod Users"You may ask for testing for Rheumatoid Arthritis. I had carpal tunnel release surgery on both hands, then discovered that I have RA. This can affect feeling in the hands, and can be explored with blood tests. It's worth asking your doctor…"
Erik replied to Putertech's discussion 'Painless pod removal' in the group OmniPod Users"I just grip it and rip it--like a band-aid. Used to hurt, but now there's no hair on the back of my arms left to rip out."
Erik replied to Putertech's discussion 'What's your favorite spot....' in the group OmniPod Users"Triceps area 90+% of the time. During baseball/football season, or if I know I have to throw a ball, I'll alternate between belly and non-throwing arm. I don't recommend wearing on your forehead. :)"
Erik replied to Lindsay's discussion 'Just Curious, Is there anyone who is generally happy with the Omnipod?' in the group OmniPod Users"Totally love my OmniPod!"
Erik replied to Putertech's discussion 'Frustrated....' in the group OmniPod Users"Sorry you are having such a hard time."
johnnyjumpstart replied to Erik's discussion 'Insulet Prepares for Its Next-Gen OmniPod Launch' in the group OmniPod Users"Sounds good! Perhaps that is why I am getting so many of the current pods from Liberty medical!"
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Posted on October 18, 2011 at 4:18pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
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- At 7:00am on January 16, 2012,
Steve D said… Erik-
Do you have any affilifation with Insulet or Abbott?
- At 6:52am on January 16, 2012, Steve D said…
Erik-
Thank you for your post, but yes, I only use room temp. insulin when filling the pod. when I call Insulet that is a question they ALWAYS ask, so I make sure it is not an issue...they straighteined me out on that one hears ago. I know cold insulin is not the issue when the pods just stop working in the middle of the night, also.
- At 1:17pm on October 12, 2011,
Jgos said… - I have asked the question and waiting a reply. The Db nurse is normally better on detail, so i have texted her as well. Hows life ?
- At 2:04pm on September 15, 2011,
Linda Gauvin-Miller said… - Bravo on being a featured member Eric!!
- At 10:20am on September 15, 2011,
brokenpole said… - Congratulations on being selected a featured member.
- At 8:40pm on July 3, 2010,
Jim Roach said… - Welcome to Tudiabets Erik!
- At 10:58am on June 29, 2010,
Marie B said… - hi there Eric, welcome! here is some great info for new members
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
please read the one called "Our Values" and you will see why we are so special.
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