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Kate Makinson
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  • Seattle, WA
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Sensors & Insurance companies
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Jan Oct 19.

Standard Deviation and Average Blood Sugars
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Nicolas Sep 4.

Type 1 and open shoulder surgery - how to manage diabetes?
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Kristin Sep. 9, 2008.

 

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I have read Aetna covers sensors on a case by case basis. Meaning, you may still have to fight. Don't know about the others.
October 19
Hello Kate -- I just ran across this Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Artificial Pancreas Project web page that lists insurance companies that now cover continuous glucose monitors and sensors. It looks like Aetna provides coverage "al...
October 17
I can't offer any experience with those companies but I'm actually going through the same thing myself. Had the CGMS covered with no problems at all with UHC and will be switching to Empire BCBS starting Oct. 29th. I'm nervous that they won't cove...
October 17
Hopefully someone that knows will answer you soon. If it were me, I would ask Medtronic is they have a good working relationship with any of these insurance companys. That might give you insight into which one to pick. Good luck with your new job ...
October 17
Kate Makinson added a discussion
I've been able to get insurance coverage for my MiniMed sensors for the last few years through United Healthcare. I'm in the process of switching insurance companies with starting a new job and have the choice between 4 insurance companies. Aetna,...
October 17
Kate Makinson updated their profile
October 7
If you live in Oregon or Washington states and you are touched by diabetes, this group is for you.
October 7
Kate Makinson and Susan K are now friends
October 7

Profile Information

Hometown (where you come from):
Grand Rapids, MI
Do you have diabetes?
Yes
Type of diabetes
Type 1
Date diagnosed
November 12, 1993
Most recent A1C (Blood Glucose Average) Value
6.9
What glucose meter do you use?
Bayer Contour - Green
Type of treatment you use
Pump
What pump model do you use, if any?
MiniMed 522 Paradigm and CGMS
What is the address for your Twitter profile or other web site, if any?
http://athleticdiabetics.blogspot.com
What do you expect from TuDiabetes?
Collaboration & support from fellow T1's
How did you find out about us? What were you searching for?
random search
Who referred you? (if anyone)
N/A
What do you do for a living?
middle school teacher

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Kate Makinson

Check out my diabetes blog

www.athleticdiabetics.blogspot.com

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At 1:04pm on September 7, 2009, Manny Hernandez said…
Hi Kate,
I read you wrote about your experience in Diabetes Training Camp. Would love to read more about this. Would you like to blog about it?
At 12:13pm on September 6, 2009, erika408 said…
Glad to hear you went to DTC, Kate! I'd love to go, just need to know when the next ones are going to be set up. It looks fabulous!
At 10:09pm on July 22, 2008, Jordan Peters said…
I live in Springdale :)
At 3:28pm on July 19, 2008, Kristin said…
Hi Kate! I hope that you don't mind that I posted a link to the discussion you just started in the OhBaby group... I thought that maybe some people from that group could offer insight!
At 1:19pm on May 1, 2008, Joseph said…
kate, you have the most awsome beautinful teeth I have ever seen!
At 8:22pm on April 15, 2008, Manny Hernandez said…
Hi Kate! I just added your blog to the links page.
At 10:39pm on April 9, 2008, Manny Hernandez said…
Hi, Kate!

I will include a link to your blog in the new iteration of our link list coming up very soon. Would you mind linking to TuDiabetes.com from your blogroll?
At 7:48am on March 28, 2008, Julie said…
Hey, thanks for the friend request! I finally had a minute to check out your blog. Great site! I love that you're so active. Early congratulations on your house. That's really exciting. I'm on the other end, trying to get mine ready to sell in a few weeks :)
At 6:32am on March 27, 2008, Kate Makinson said…
We'll be moving the end of June. My teaching cert transfers over so it shouldn't be too much of a hassle. I plan on hopefully teaching 2nd or 3rd grade down there. Yeah, I hope the diabetes communities are helpful down there.
At 11:29pm on March 26, 2008, Kristin said…
Just read about your move! Hope that you are able to find a diabetes community in Arkansas as well! When will you guys be moving? Will you need to get a new teaching certificate there?
 
 

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