"Sorry, this was more than ten years ago. We used to go to the fairfax and springfield Kaiser.
One possibility is to contact a local diabetes center, I know there are ones at Inova in Fairfax, Alexandria, Fair Oaks, Loudon and Mount Vernon. The staff…"
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Kaiser-Permanente in Northern, VA
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian (bsc) Apr 4, 2012. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Hello Everyone,I currently have individual insurance through Anthem BC/BS and the cost is just killing us. I am looking at some HMO options including Kaiser-Permanente. I am very new to this but have…Continue
Tags: goods, coverage, medical, durable, Kaiser-Permenente
MM CGM vs. Dexcom
Started this discussion. Last reply by Korrie Sep 11, 2011. 10 Replies 0 Likes
I am a current MM 722 user with a now dead Dexcom unit and I am considering replacing it with the MM CGM. I love the Dexcom unit and would gladly get it again but I am being lured by the thought of…Continue
Trying to find my exercise sweet spot
Started this discussion. Last reply by William Aug 13, 2011. 11 Replies 0 Likes
I have finally gotten into a regular pattern of exercising 4 to 5 days a week. However, I just can't seem to find my sweet spot where I can push my endurance and not bottom out with my blood sugars.…Continue
Neuropathy? Heart issues?
Started this discussion. Last reply by heather mallett Oct 6, 2011. 22 Replies 0 Likes
After experiencing pains that feel like a pulse in my chest and back lasting less than a minute, I have had two echocardiagrams and 2 EKGs in the last year and all have come back normal. Aside from a…Continue
Tags: and, women, disease, heart, neuropathy
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Timothy replied to Sara's discussion 'Kaiser-Permanente in Northern, VA'"My plan has a deductible and a copay but really i've never used the deductible at all. I just pay copays. All glucose testing is paid 70% that is for strips and CGM. I think that is for everyone. But i'm not sure. That is how they dealt…"
T1Forever replied to Sara's discussion 'Kaiser-Permanente in Northern, VA'"Have you tried any other sites. I live in the NO VA area, but do not use KP. I do have a friend who is a psychiatric nurse at KP. You might try some local sources of information. All KPs will not be alike, for sure."
Terry replied to Sara's discussion 'Kaiser-Permanente in Northern, VA'"Does Kaiser limit the number of strips that you use?"
Sara replied to Sara's discussion 'Kaiser-Permanente in Northern, VA'"BSC, Was your coverage more than 10 years ago? Supposedly they have made some big changes over the last 5 to 10 years."
Sara replied to Sara's discussion 'Kaiser-Permanente in Northern, VA'"Thanks Tim. Do you have a plan with a deductible or a copay? Or a combination of both?"
Brian (bsc) replied to Sara's discussion 'Kaiser-Permanente in Northern, VA'"I was a member of Kaiser Northern VA years ago, before I was diagnosed. They were fine if you had routine health issues. In the end we dropped Kaiser because of their stingy practices and that they didn't handle things well if something is…"
Timothy replied to Sara's discussion 'Kaiser-Permanente in Northern, VA'"Ive had experience in southern Cali. I find that KP is really good about covering preventive care things. My coverage is 70% for all glucose testing CGM as well as finger sticks. I think that is standard for individual plans. You should check for…"
Sara posted a discussionKaiser-Permanente in Northern, VA
Hello Everyone,I currently have individual insurance through Anthem BC/BS and the cost is just killing us. I am looking at some HMO options including Kaiser-Permanente. I am very new to this but have heard somewhat good things about Kaiser-Permanente in Northern California. Can anyone comment on Kaiser in Northern, VA. I would greatly appreciate info about durable medical goods coverage and your experience with Endos. Thank you!!!SaraSee More
T1Forever replied to Sara's discussion 'What is your typical battery life?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Call MM. It should not stop suddenly. I had this happen once (overnight) and called. They sent me a new battery cap and there is no problem anymore.
Mine is also 3 weeks, but the battery indicator starts to recede at one, so I keep up with it. Once…"
"My Energizer batts last about three weeks. I'm using CGM as well, but no lights or vibrate modes. That shortens batt life. Don't forget when away from home to make sure you have a fresh batt with your test supplies, even if you are out for…"
heather mallett replied to Sara's discussion 'Neuropathy? Heart issues?'"i was doing some research on : http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/peripheralneuropathy/detail_peripheralneuropathy.htm#115843208
and the site mentioned lack of Vitamin E adn some of the B vitamins cause neuropathy so i'm guessing taking them…"
heather mallett replied to Sara's discussion 'Neuropathy? Heart issues?'"hey emmy, i just ran across your post- i work for a chiropractor who is a decompression specialist and we have a VERY high success rate with herniated/bulging disc issues. have you found relief??"
Jennifer replied to Sara's discussion 'What is your typical battery life?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"ABout 4 weeks with Energizer (non-lithium). I use CGM as well as linked meter. Maybe the contact on the battery cap is bad? Or as others have suggested, a bad batch of batteries?"
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- At 6:43pm on March 24, 2011,
Linda G said… 
Welcome home Sara.....
I see you've ALREADY made yourself at home.....AWESOME!!!
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for. Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
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- At 4:56pm on March 22, 2011,
lotsofshots said… - Hi there, welcome to TuDiabetes, we are so happy that you found us!
- At 12:16pm on March 22, 2011,
Doris D said… - What Marie said. Hey I'm a fan of Skittles!
- At 12:15pm on March 22, 2011, Doris D said…
- WELCOME TO OUR (sometimes confused, sometimes confident) FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Here's a link with loads of info on it to help our new member's get to know more "About Us": http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
- At 11:54am on March 22, 2011, Marie B said…
- hi Sara, welcome! lots of us use jelly beans instead, or Skittles. let me know if you have any questions about our community.
- At 11:07am on March 22, 2011,
Donna H said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
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