.png){kind=logo}
Delivers insulin and communicates with the other system components to calculate insulin adjustments.
What is insulin pump therapy?
An insulin pump is a small device that can help you manage your diabetes. It delivers continuous and customized doses of rapid-acting insulin 24 hours a day to match your body’s needs. The pump provides insulin to your body in two ways:
Background (basal) insulin
Small amounts of insulin that are released continuously throughout the day.
Mealtime (bolus) insulin
Additional insulin can be delivered on demand to match food intake or to correct high blood sugar.
Components of an insulin pump system
Insulin pump
Insulin pump
Continuous glucose monitor (CGM)
Continuous glucose monitor (CGM)
Measures sugar levels every 5 minutes, sending data to the pump automatically.
Infusion set
Infusion set
Allows for continuous and discreet delivery of insulin through a thin, flexible tube.
Smart device integration
Smart device integration
Smartphone app - Some insulin pumps are able to share data with a smartphone, allowing the person wearing the pump to see glucose readings and insulin delivery without pulling out their pump.
Apple® Watch - Some insulin pumps are integrated with smart devices to allow for more accessible and discreet views of your pump system data.
How does an insulin pump work?
A pump delivers insulin to the body through a thin, flexible tube called an infusion set.
What are the benefits of insulin pump therapy?
People can experience many positive changes in their life when switching to pump therapy.
Fewer injections
With an insulin pump, you’ll only need to insert an infusion set every few days, and MiniMed offers an even newer set with up to 7-day wear. When using multiple daily injections, people often take shots several times a day.
More convenience
An insulin pump holds up to 300 mL of insulin, so you don’t have to worry about carrying around all of the supplies needed for injections.
Insulin can be easily and discreetly delivered with a few button pushes.
Customization
Pumps can be programmed to deliver basal insulin at different rates throughout the day.
Change your mealtime insulin based on the food you choose to eat.
Mealtime dosing
The bolus calculator eliminates complex math and tracks active insulin. Tracking active insulin can help avoid stacking and going low.
More stable blood sugar
May help you achieve better glucose control with fewer highs and lows.§
Accurate insulin delivery
Insulin pump delivers rapid-acting insulin which minimizes insulin variability.1,2
Delivers basal and bolus insulin to more closely match each individual’s insulin needs.
Who can wear an insulin pump?
Ask your healthcare professional about insulin pump therapy if you:
- Take 3 or more insulin injections per day
- Take other medications in addition to insulin to manage your diabetes
- Would like better management of your diabetes
FAQ's
How much does an insulin pump cost?
How much does an insulin pump cost?
MiniMed insulin pumps are covered by most insurance plans. Your out-of-pocket cost varies depending on your insurance. We also offer financial assistance and monthly payment programs. If you would like to receive an insurance coverage check at no cost, call 888-350-5440 to speak to a Diabetes Therapy consultant.
Will an insulin pump interfere with my daily activities?
Will an insulin pump interfere with my daily activities?
Insulin pumps can be easily worn on or under your clothes very securely. The pump can also be detached for activities like swimming, showering, and exercise so you can continue to live your life.*
An insulin pump can be expensive. What happens if I break it?
An insulin pump can be expensive. What happens if I break it?
Many insulin pumps are warranty-protected for a period of time. MiniMed insulin pumps have a standard warranty of 4 years to help ensure customers have peace of mind.
Is an insulin pump inconvenient and difficult to use?
Is an insulin pump inconvenient and difficult to use?
Many people find that an insulin pump is a convenient way to manage diabetes. For those who struggle using technology, product training and technical support can help ensure that wearing the insulin pump is not difficult.
Is the insulin pump surgically implanted?
Is the insulin pump surgically implanted?
An insulin pump is a small device worn externally that delivers customizable insulin doses. No surgery or hospital time required.
Will everyone immediately know I have diabetes?
Will everyone immediately know I have diabetes?
Insulin pumps are small devices, so wearing a pump can be very discreet if desired. You can even completely hide your insulin pump by wearing it underneath your clothes.
How do I sleep with an insulin pump?
How do I sleep with an insulin pump?
There are many ways to sleep with an insulin pump. You can sleep with the pump clipped to your pajama waist band or undergarment. You can also sleep with a body pillow on the side and put your pump under the pillow. There are other creative ways to sleep with your pump and it all depends on what is most comfortable for you.
Will wearing a pump get in the way of intimacy?
Will wearing a pump get in the way of intimacy?
With the ability to disconnect, insulin pumps are designed to adapt to every moment of your life.
What is the warranty on a pump?
What is the warranty on a pump?
A MiniMed™ insulin pump comes with a 4-year warranty. If you were to experience a change in your pump’s functionality, you can contact our 24-Hour Technical Support to process a replacement pump.
Does insurance cover an insulin pump?
Does insurance cover an insulin pump?
When it comes to your diabetes management, cost should not prevent you from accessing advanced diabetes technology. Our team will work with you to help ensure that you can experience the benefits of insulin pump therapy.
Private insurance‡
Most private insurance companies cover insulin pumps under the durable medical equipment portion of your policy. Depending on your insurance coverage, you might have to pay a deductible and/or percent of the cost (co-insurance). If your deductible and out-of-pocket maximum has been met, the insulin pump might be covered at 100% by your insurance.
Government insurance‡
Government insurances such as Medicare and Medicaid may cover insulin pumps depending on the state and other requirements. A patient's out-of-pocket cost under government insurance varies depending on the policy.
Insurance processing
When you start the process of getting an insulin pump, you do not have to worry about the paperwork. MiniMed will help you every step of the way by verifying your insurance, providing an estimated out-of-pocket cost, collecting the documents from you and your physician, and submitting all the required documents to your insurance company.
Payment options
If you do not have insurance or need assistance with your out-of-pocket cost, MiniMed offers flexible payment options and a financial assistance program for qualifying customers.
Important Safety Information: MiniMedTM 780G system with SmartGuardTM technology with Instinct sensor, Simplera SyncTM sensor, and GuardianTM 4 sensor
The MiniMedTM 780G system is intended for the continuous delivery of basal insulin at selectable rates and the administration of insulin boluses at selectable rates for the management of type 1 diabetes mellitus in persons 7 years of age and older, and of type 2 diabetes mellitus in persons 18 years of age and older requiring insulin. The system is also intended to continuously monitor glucose vales in the fluid under the skin.
The MiniMedTM 780G System includes SmartGuardTM technology, which can be programmed to automatically adjust insulin delivery based on the continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) sensor glucose values and can suspend delivery of insulin when the sensor glucose (SG) value falls below or is predicted to fall below predefined threshold values. The system is intended for use with connected sensors, including the Simplera SyncTM and GuardianTM 4 sensors and integrated continuous glucose monitors, including the Instinct sensor, each of which has different wear-time, form factor, insertion site, and other distinguishing characteristics that relate to sensor performance. Consult the appropriate sensor user guide when using the system. Discuss treatment decisions with your HCP.
WARNING: Do not use the SmartGuardTM feature for people who require less than 8 units or more than 250 units of total daily insulin per day. A total daily dose of at least 8 units, but no more than 250 units, is required to operate in the SmartGuardTM feature.
WARNING: Do not use MiniMedTM 780G system until appropriate training has been received from a healthcare professional. Training is essential to ensure the safe use of MiniMedTM 780G system.
WARNING: Do not use SG values to make treatment decisions, including delivering a bolus, while the pump is in Manual Mode. When the SmartGuardTM feature is active and you are no longer in Manual Mode, the pump uses an SG value, when available, to calculate a bolus amount. However, if your symptoms do not match the SG value, use a blood glucose (BG) meter to confirm the SG value. Failure to confirm glucose levels when your symptoms do not match the SG value can result in the infusion of too much or too little insulin, which may cause hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
Pump therapy is not recommended for people whose vision or hearing does not allow for the recognition of pump signals, alerts, or alarms. The safety of the MiniMed™ 780G system has not been studied in pregnant women or in persons using other anti-hyperglycemic therapies that do not include insulin. For complete details of the system, including accessories and additional important safety information concerning indications, contraindications, warnings and precautions associated with the system and its components, please consult https://www.minimed.com/important-safety-information and the appropriate user guide at https://www.minimed.com/support/download-library.
©2026 MiniMed. MiniMed and MiniMed logo are trademarks of Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. The sensor shape and appearance, Abbott, and “a” logo are marks and/or designs of the Abbott group of companies in various territories and used under license. Sensor image ©2026 Abbott. TM*Third–party brands are trademarks of their respective owners.
DreaMed Diabetes is a trademark of DreaMed Diabetes, Ltd. The MiniMedTM 780G system algorithm includes technology developed by DreaMed Diabetes.