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In brief: AAHomecare survey, Bigfoot sale, Medtronic lawsuit 

September 8, 2023HME News Staff

WASHINGTON – AAHomecare has launched a survey to learn what education topics would be most beneficial to an HME company’s livelihood and operations.   The association will use the results of the survey to help shape a curriculum featuring respected thought leaders from the HME Industry and beyond that addresses pressing concerns.  “In a recent industry survey, nearly 250 HME professionals nationwide shared business pain points revealing critical challenges impacting...

AAHomecare, Abbott, Bigfoot Biomedical, Inogen, Medtronic, National Registry of Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers (NRRTS)


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Lawsuit accuses Medtronic of sharing patient data

September 6, 2023HME News Staff

DUBLIN – A lawsuit filed against Medtronic alleges that the company’s insulin delivery devices shared patient data with third parties, including Google, in violation of HIPAA and other industry standards, according to online news reports.  The lawsuit, filed by “A.H.” in U.S. District Court in Central California, alleges that Medtronic and its MiniMed and InPen devices transmit personally identifiable information and protected health information to third parties.  Per...

Diabetes, Medtronic, Patient data


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Medtronic launches more effective infusion set 

November 22, 2022HME News Staff

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...

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Medtronic, OneDrop earn CE Marks

May 27, 2021HME News Staff

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,...

Diabetes, Medtronic, OneDrop


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Short takes: Medtronic, NCART 

April 15, 2021HME News Staff

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...

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Medtronic aims to ‘bridge’ coverage gaps 

December 18, 2020Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor

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...

CMS, Diabetes, Medtronic


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In brief: Congressional caucus on sleep, Sullivan Health’s first acquisition, telehealth expansion finalized

December 3, 2020HME News Staff

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...

Allina Health, American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), Medtronic, NorthShore Care Supply, Numotion, Pinnacle Medical


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Medtronic launches discount program

December 3, 2020HME News Staff

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...

Diabetes, Medtronic


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Medtronic seeks to integrate CGM, smart pen

September 25, 2020Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor

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...

Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM), Insulin, Medtronic, smart pen, Technology


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In brief: Bid relief, first audits, new Numotion location

August 14, 2020HME News Staff

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...

AAHomecare, Ascensia Diabetes Care, Medtronic, Numotion, Parks Associates


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