Tag: Medtronic

DUBLIN – Medtronic has announced the U.S. launch of its Extended infusion set, which it says is the first and only infusion set labelled for up to seven-day wear. An infusion set is tubing that delivers insulin from a pump to the body and typically requires a set change every two to three days. "When patients first begin using a pump, doctors and other health care providers reinforce the need to change their infusion set every two to three days to limit the risk of infection and other safety...

Medtronic, a global medical technology company based in Dublin, Ireland, has received CE (Conformité Européenne) Marks for the expanded functionality of its InPen smart insulin pen for multiple daily injections and for its Guardian 4 sensor, which requires no fingersticks for calibration or diabetes treatment decisions. The CE Marks allow this next-generation sensor to be integrated with either the MiniMed 780G insulin pump system or InPen,...

Medtronic has launched the Medtronic Extended infusion set, the first insulin infusion set that can be worn for up to seven days, up from the recommended three days. The set is compatible with all MiniMed 600 and 700 series insulin pumps. The set is now commercially available in select European countries, starting with Finland and Belgium…NCART and Access2CRT have revamped their websites. The NCART website remains a CRT industry resource center with the latest news and tools...

DUBLIN – The biggest barrier to CGMs and other innovative diabetes technology is cost, says Medtronic, and that’s why the company recently launched a CGM Access Discount Program for certain users.  “Our goal is to make therapy available to everyone and we hear cost is one of the top reasons they can’t go on CGMs or fall off (using CGMs),” says Krista Sugerman, vice president of global customer engagement for Medtronic. “We try to...

DARIEN, Ill. – The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has created a Congressional Sleep Health Caucus to promote healthy sleep and the importance of high-quality, patient-centered care for patients.   The caucus is co-chaired by Reps. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., and Rodney Davis, R-Ill.  “As we deal with the unique challenges and added stress brought on by the COVID pandemic, the necessity of good, quality sleep is all too clear,” said Lofgren. “Insufficient sleep...

DUBLIN - Medtronic has launched a CGM Access Discount program that allows users without insurance coverage or those who switched insurance or lost coverage to access discounted out-of-pocket costs for a Medtronic CGM. The discount enables eligible patients to pay $180 for a Medtronic CGM (with a 12-month warranty) and $60/month for sensors. For more information on the program, click here. In October, CMS announced proposed changes that, if finalized, would expand Medicare coverage for CGMs. Earlier...

DUBLIN, Ireland - Although Medtronic is a leader in insulin pump technology, the majority of people with diabetes who use insulin still opt for injections—that's why the company wants to “close the loop” for those patients. In August, Medtronic announced it had acquired Companion Medical, the manufacturer of?InPen, a smart insulin pen system paired with an integrated diabetes management app that helps with insulin dosing and tracking. “It became apparent to us there was a...

WASHINGTON - The HME industry's champions in the House of Representatives have indicated that they're still invested in securing permanent relief for rural and other non-bid suppliers, AAHomecare says.The champions are also invested in eliminating the oxygen budget neutrality requirement that's impacting reimbursement in rural areas, according to the association.“The lead sponsors for (H.R. 2771) have suggested that building additional co-sponsor support for (the bill) will increase prospects...

DUBLIN and SAN DIEGO - Medtronic plans to acquire Companion Medical, the manufacturer of InPen, a smart insulin pen system paired with an integrated diabetes management app. The InPen, which has been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, expands Medtronic's ability to serve people where they are in their diabetes journey and offer them a unique and expansive ecosystem of support, the company says. “This acquisition is an ideal strategic fit for Medtronic, as we further simplify...

DUBLIN - Medtronic has expanded its Medtronic Assurance program for U.S. customers who lose their jobs and health insurance due to COVID-19. Current eligible customers can receive a three-month supply of sensors, infusion sets and reservoirs at no cost. “Knowing that concerns around continuity of therapy are at the very top of mind for people living with diabetes, Medtronic wants to ensure during this stressful and challenging time that we can be there for our customers when they need it most,”...