Has anybody got the new smaller Omnipod Patch Pump?
Also, any stories on users who are on a patch pump?
Also, any stories on users who are on a patch pump?
New smaller Omnipod Patch Pump
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Hi Jane
You must be one of the first..... fantastic. I heard it came out then they stopped the supply and that its all sorted now.
Did you get yours through your PCT?
Do you know if they are currently available?
You must be one of the first..... fantastic. I heard it came out then they stopped the supply and that its all sorted now.
Did you get yours through your PCT?
Do you know if they are currently available?
JaneC
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- Type of diabetes
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Yes they are very much available. Are you on the Omnipod or just thinking about it. Despite the problems I really like and get along well with it, I wouldn't want any of the other pumps currently available due to the wires, it's waterproof and hardly noticeable on the body. If you are a user you'll know this so apologies. Getting the Omnipod approved through the PCT is another thing altogether but with the right arguments they are pretty much compelled to approve it. Good luck
I emailed Ypsomed and the new small patch pumps are available. I was advised that they cost more and it depends on your PCT. Some do fund them and others dont. Its a post code lottery.
Does anyone know if Wandsworth PCT fund them?
My diabetic specialist keeps telling me to think about going on the pump. Now that the small patch is available, Im certainly going to start my application
Does anyone know if Wandsworth PCT fund them?
My diabetic specialist keeps telling me to think about going on the pump. Now that the small patch is available, Im certainly going to start my application
I've been in the Omnipod since Sept last year, and been using the smaller pods since just before Christmas. I've had no issues at all with the smaller pod and am really pleased with the reduction in size.
Did you have to apply for funding from your PCT first via your diabetic clinic?
How long did the process take?
How long did the process take?
I've been on an insulin pump since 2003, and I originally received funding for the consumables only and not the pump itself. After a couple of years arguing my case with the PCT, and with the help of my local MP, they finally agreed to fund the pump as well.
However at the time of moving onto the Omnipod I was only 2 years into the 4 year cycle of my latest pump. My consultant (at Barts Hospital) approved the change of funding due to the absorption problems I was having, and to be honest this all went through with no issues whatsoever.
However at the time of moving onto the Omnipod I was only 2 years into the 4 year cycle of my latest pump. My consultant (at Barts Hospital) approved the change of funding due to the absorption problems I was having, and to be honest this all went through with no issues whatsoever.
JaneC
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- Type of diabetes
- Type 1
- Treatment type
- Pump
Your clinic should provide your PCT with a good argument for the pump you choose but if that fails it's worth providing and adding your own. Patient choice is key. For the Omnipod you might be a swimmer and need a waterproof pump, your job or small children might makes wires impractical for example. In the UK we have one of the smallest percentages of type 1's on pumps in comparison to US, Canada, Europe etc; something that is trying to be rectified. Omnipod might even point you in the direction of where to get your arguments if you get the right person!
I had problems when trialling the "old" omnipod - the diabetes nurses configured the saline to roughly my numbers, and it lasted 17 hours. Currently levemir 45units at night, novorapid, depending on carbs, ~15-25 units at meal times. Any other omnipod users used to have these sorts of numbers and managing the 3 day change of site for the omnipod - 17 hours was pointless 
thanks
Richard
thanks
Richard
