"No, the USB and the USB Next Link do not use the same strips. Call Bayer and explain your situation. They may or may not sent you a USB Next Link but they probably will send you a Next or a Next EZ. They make money off of you using their strips and…"
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Unicornzzz replied to Geoffrey Steinman's discussion 'Contour NEXT USB (Link Meter) pouch' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump UsersUnicornzzz replied to Geoffrey Steinman's discussion 'Contour NEXT USB (Link Meter) pouch' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Scott E, I would call back and hope that I spoke to a different customer service clerk. The first clerk I talked with did not know what I was talking about but the second one did. The new case does not come in the grey. You will have to pick…"
Unicornzzz replied to Geoffrey Steinman's discussion 'Contour NEXT USB (Link Meter) pouch' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I got my cases in 3-4 days by UPS. Mine came from IN and I live in GA."
Unicornzzz replied to Graeme's discussion 'Enlite Sensors Not Sticking' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Have you tried Mastisol? You would use it after you insert the sensor."
Unicornzzz replied to Patrick Hebert's discussion 'Glucometer Recycling & Generic Test Strips'"For me the generic strips are more expensive because my insurance company will not pay for them. I use a mail order pharmacy. My pharmacy will also not honor the rebates if they come in the little card form. The rebates have to look like check.
I…"
Unicornzzz replied to Geoffrey Steinman's discussion 'Contour NEXT USB (Link Meter) pouch' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Call Bayer Customer Service. You will need to tell them that you do not want the Next Link USB case, you want the case for the USB meter. The Next Meter case is the same one that comes with the Next Link Meter. It has the little plastic sleeve that…"
Unicornzzz replied to Geoffrey Steinman's discussion 'Contour NEXT USB (Link Meter) pouch' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Next link comes in black only. The USB one may come in different colors."
Unicornzzz replied to Sandy's discussion 'Brand new to pumping with a TON of questions!!' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Keep fighting for the CGM it is well worth it.
Give your glucose levels a few days for it to level out and you will feel like a totally new person. Please remember the more you test the more likely you are going to have your glucose levels in check.…"
Unicornzzz commented on Manny Hernandez's group 'Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users'"Question for those of you who are having issues downloading the information did you give permission for your computer to access the information? Try allowing the no script for Medtronics page. I was having issues and my husband came over to my…"
Unicornzzz replied to MikeyType1's discussion 'Diabetic socks & sneakers?'"Please check your insurance policy. Some medical insurance policies will cover all or part of the cost of one pair of shoes a year. You might be amaze at what your insurance company is supposed to cover and you might not know about it. I found out…"
Unicornzzz replied to Josh's discussion 'Anyone switching Bayer Contour Next?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I have found very small makeup bags at the drug store that I like to use for my meters. I hate trying to dig in the bottom of my purse for something in a dark case."
Unicornzzz replied to Josh's discussion 'Anyone switching Bayer Contour Next?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I have not had that issue with mine."
Unicornzzz replied to r's discussion 'y is dat everytime i use a new quick set i go 200+' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Just passing on someone else's tip.
Call to get samples of other infusion sets. Quick sets may not be for you. They will send you them for free."
Unicornzzz replied to r's discussion 'y is dat everytime i use a new quick set i go 200+' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I have found that if I leave the old set in for a few hours after inserting the new one helps also."
Unicornzzz replied to Josh's discussion 'Anyone switching Bayer Contour Next?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I love mine. I like the fact that I do not need a cord to transfer the information. It does not need to recharge as often as you might think."
Unicornzzz replied to Mom 2 Kyle's discussion 'Deciding which pump to go with - HELP!' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Check out the My Sentry. It is a monitor that you can keep in your room so you know if your son is high or low.
My family sleeps better since I got one."
Unicornzzz replied to Stemwinder's discussion 'Sil-Serter or whatever you call that thingy.' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Good question I have been wondering about the same thing. I have not been brave enough to try my Silhouettes yet. I will be trying out the Silhouettes next."
Unicornzzz replied to BlessedLife's discussion 'New Pump I read about.' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I love my Bayer meter. I love that it talks to my pump. It has a color screen. I do not need a cord to upload my readings.
The only issue is that Bayer is not on a lot of insurance preferred list. It may mean that people will either have to out of…"
Unicornzzz replied to Carol's discussion 'Pump Return' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Call them they are great! I love the customer service at Medtronics. If your pump is still under warranty and they can not fix the issue over the phone they will overnight a pump to you. They is no cost to you. They pay for all shipping cost also."
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- At 12:55pm on October 11, 2012,
jlconrod said… You can also use the One Touch UltraLink meter with the Medtronics (Minimed) Paradigm Revel pump. I have the Revel 723 and UltraLink meter.
- At 10:50pm on March 19, 2011,
onesaint said… - Oops! Just my poor typing. Although, if were talking about the movie Office Space (an IT requisite), then its the TPS (Testing Procedure Specification) report. Then its in reference to mindless, usless paperwork. =^)
- At 2:56pm on January 30, 2011,
Dude said… - How very true! Friends help us stay strong & happy :)
- At 8:11pm on January 29, 2011, Dude said…
- Hi Unicornzzz! Thanks for the Friend Add! :)
- At 10:41pm on November 6, 2009,
Doris D said… - Love your name!!!!!! Thank you for remerbing me!! I rewmember you too!
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