Not all insulin pumps are created equal

Customer reviews

Real feedback from people taking control of their diabetes management.

Footnotes

† Compared to 3-day infusion sets.
‡ Refers to SmartGuard™ feature. Individual results may vary.
◊ Taking a bolus 15 – 20 minutes before a meal helps to keep blood sugar levels under control after eating.

References

1. Adults, T1 and parents of children with T1 diabetes < 18 years were surveyed.
2. Individual results may vary.
3. dQ&A US Diabetes Patient Panel Report; Customer Overall Satisfaction, n=146; Q4 2023: P.52 (November 2023).

A. Switch2System terms and conditions

• Customers with more than six months remaining on their competitive pump warranty (or 5-year Medicare guideline) are eligible for the Switch2System Program.
• A $499 payment will be required to use this program. This price includes one (1) insulin pump, one (1) compatible transmitter, one (1) month of consumables and one (1) month of sensors.
• Customers enrolled in federal, state, or government-funded healthcare plans are excluded from receiving a transmitter and sensors from this program and cannot participate in a payment plan.
• An ABN will be required to utilize this program for all Medicare customers.
• Customers may return product that has been shipped as part of this program up to 90 days from the date of shipment.
• Customers must return their competitor pump or receiver within 90 days. Customers who do not return their pump will be charged $4,500.
• This program does not extend the warranty period of the replaced pump. The customer’s current pump warranty timeline will not change by purchasing a pump through this program.
• Customers should verify that their insurance provider will support transitioning to the new pump, as it could affect ongoing coverage of their future pump supplies.
• Customer agrees to fully and accurately report in submissions to federal healthcare programs all discounts provided by MiniMed and, upon request by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services or state agency, make available information any information that MiniMed may provide concerning the discount.
• MiniMed™ pumps have certain labeling restrictions that may exclude certain populations, including age and type of diabetes. We recommend you consult your Healthcare Provider regarding indications for use.
• A valid prescription will be required to purchase a pump, CGM and supplies. Other restrictions may apply.
• Medicare customers within a 13-month rental period cannot participate in this program.
• Customers using Kaiser health plans are excluded from this program.
• Pricing, terms, and conditions are subject to change at any time and without notice.

B. Flex payment plan terms and conditions

• $49/month estimate is calculated based on average out-of-pocket cost paid over 48 months.
• Monthly payments include a $6/month service fee.
• Final cost may be higher or lower than $49/month depending on individual insurance.
• Patient may elect to pay a portion or all of the upfront cost at any time, without penalty.
• Starter kit includes one (1) transmitter and a 90-day supply of sensors, infusion sets, and reservoirs associated with your insulin pump.
• Monthly payments for Flex do not include ongoing supplies except for the first 90 days. To continue using pump therapy, patients must purchase additional transmitters, sensors, infusion sets, and reservoirs separately.
• No upfront payment is required and first month payment will begin 30-60 days after pump shipment. Individual payment timelines may vary.
• MiniMed™ pumps have certain labeling restrictions that may exclude certain populations, including age and type of diabetes. We recommend you consult your healthcare provider.
• A valid prescription will be required to purchase. Other restrictions may apply.
• Program terms are subject to change at any time and without notice.