Tag: MiniMed
MiniMed assembles board following separation
October 20, 2026HME News Staff
NORTHRIDGE, Calif. – MiniMed has announced the members of its board of directors following the completion of its separation from Medtronic. Kevin E. Lofton, former CEO of CommonSpirit Health, remains chair. "As an independent public company, MiniMed has a clear mission: reduce the burden of diabetes management and make integrated technology easier to access and use," said Que Dallara, CEO of MiniMed. "That requires a board that understands health care access and patient needs,...
MiniMed names new general counsel to help scale company
September 28, 2026HME News Staff
NORTHRIDGE, Calif. – MiniMed has named Sheila Denton general counsel & corporate secretary. An accomplished leader with more than 25 years of experience across global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, Denton brings broad-ranging expertise in corporate governance, strategic transactions, intellectual property and litigation. "Sheila brings deep board experience, strong regulatory and transactional judgment, and a proven ability to build and lead high-performing global teams," said...
In brief: MA fraud, Abbott settlement, MiniMed separation, SoClean commercial
September 16, 2026HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – The Office of Inspector General (OIG) says it has identified gaps in the screening process for fraudulent DMEPOS suppliers in Medicare Advantage.
The agency issued a report on Sept. 9 saying Medicare Advantage organizations (MAOs) conduct some screening checks on in-network suppliers but fewer checks of out-of-network suppliers. It also says:
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) does not screen all DEMPOS suppliers before they bill Medicare Advantage because...
Medtronic seeks to complete separation of MiniMed
September 15, 2026HME News Staff
GALWAY, Ireland – Medtronic plc has launched an exchange offer to split off at least 80.1% of the shares of MiniMed Group. MiniMed, formerly Medtronic's Diabetes business, completed its initial public offering in March 2026 with Medtronic retaining an approximately 90% ownership interest. "Today's launch reflects our confidence in MiniMed as an independent company and in the opportunities that lie ahead," said Geoff Martha, Medtronic chairman and CEO. "MiniMed is delivering...
MiniMed touts ‘excellent start’ to fiscal year
September 1, 2026HME News Staff
NORTHRIDGE, Calif. – MiniMed reported global net sales of $843 million for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027, growing 17% as reported and 16% organic. The company says U.S. net sales were $240 million, growing 13% as reported and organic. “MiniMed delivered an excellent start to our fiscal year, with accelerating U.S. growth, continued double-digit international growth, and strong execution across our innovation pipeline," said MiniMed CEO Que Dallara. "The U.S. launch of...
MiniMed now shipping new MiniMed Flex
August 19, 2026HME News Staff
NORTHRIDGE, Calif. – MiniMed’s MiniMed Flex system is now commercially shipping in the U.S. with the Instinct sensor, made by Abbott. For the first time, people with diabetes can use MiniMed's smallest and only app-controlled insulin pump with Abbott's smallest sensor, with up to 15 days of wear. "People with diabetes deserve technology that works hard without asking much in return," said Que Dallara, CEO at MiniMed. "That's what we're delivering with MiniMed...
MiniMed Flex gains Medicare coverage
July 22, 2026HME News Staff
NORTHRIDGE, Calif. – Medicare and Medicare Advantage beneficiaries now have access to the MiniMed Flex insulin pump system and its latest sensor portfolio, MiniMed has announced. "Managing diabetes is relentless and no one should have to do it without the best tools available," said Que Dallara, CEO of MiniMed. "Ensuring Medicare access to MiniMed Flex is about making sure more people can benefit from technology that fits into daily life and takes some of the burden off their...
MiniMed expands board to 11 members
June 30, 2026HME News Staff
NORTHRIDGE, Calif. – MiniMed has announced that David Endicott and Linnea Burman have joined its board of directors, expanding the board from nine to 11 members. As MiniMed builds its next chapter as an independent company, Endicott, CEO of Alcon, adds experience scaling global health care businesses, leading through a public market separation and operating at board level in a large, regulated category, the company says. "David has done this before," said Que Dallara, CEO of MiniMed....
In brief: Molina’s next implementation, Medline’s fire response, MiniMed’s Flex
June 22, 2026HME News Staff
YARMOUTH, Maine – Molina Healthcare of Iowa will implement a new DME Navigator program for members in all lines of business starting in the fall. The payer also has plans to use the platform in Nebraska and Wisconsin.
What durable medical equipment providers in Iowa need to know:
Molina is subcontracting the DME network to Optum for the in-scope DME products and services.
CareCentrix will contract, credential and manage a network of DME providers rendering in-scope products and services...
MiniMed launches Flex insulin pump in US
June 22, 2026HME News Staff
NORTHRIDGE, Calif. – MiniMed has announced its first commercial launch of the MiniMed Flex system in the United States – the company’s first app-controlled pump and its smallest insulin pump yet. The system launches with Simplera Sync sensor, a disposable, all-in-one sensor with easy two-step insertion. The launch with the Instinct sensor, made by Abbott, will follow later this summer. "For too long, people managing diabetes have had to choose between effective therapy...