Tag: MiniMed Flex
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...
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...