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Prep work befor the pump
by Skeyeu, Feb 11, 2008 01:53AM
I Have been thinking about getting on a insulin pump. But was wondering how do you get on one. Do you go see your endoconoligist and he puts you on one. Whats the prep work for it. One doc told me it take a person 6 months of prep work before you can get on one. What kind of prep work is he talking about??
Doctor's Answer
by JDRF Volunteer SG, Feb 12, 2008 06:13PM
, Feb 12, 2008 06:13PM
I have never heard of 6 months of prep work for a pump. Some training, yes, but that should not take 6 months.
Member Comments (3)
by rphil2, Feb 11, 2008 09:59PM
To: Skeyeu
the prep work they are talking about involves qualifying for insurance coverage. You need to show a diabetic need. Oscillating BS and highs and lows recorded. However not always. I got my pump because my doc wrote a script and a letter. I love mine and suggest going for it.
by Skeyeu, Feb 12, 2008 03:28PM
To: hey thanks
I wasn't sure. A doc that I saw 3yrs ago said I wouldnt be able to get because my Bs was Oscillating. I thot that was wierd I swiched Doc and my new doc said I would be perfect for the pump. I asked her about the 6month prep work and she looked at me like what? So I wanted to hear someone elses info. Thanks
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