Common Questions
Q4. What is the cost of an insulin pump and related supplies?
- The average cost of an insulin pump is around $6,000. Related pump supplies typically cost $1500 per year. Insurance plans typically pay 80 % of this cost.
- Medicare covers insulin pump therapy for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, if certain criteria are met. Medicare provides the pump on a rental basis.
- Medicaid coverage varies state to state, with some states providing 100% coverage.
- Reimbursement from third party payers varies by plan, but is typically covered at 80-90%.
- Payment plans are also available for the co-pay amounts the patient is responsible for.
Q5. How do I become a certified insulin pump trainer?
- Disetronic has a network of certified trainers throughout the country. Certification is part of a quality assurance program that is accomplished by learning to program an insulin pump, observing and demonstrating pump operations and training techniques, and passing a written examination.
- The trainer must demonstrate competence in multiple areas, including a standardized training checklist for each product. The certified trainer receives a gold seal certificate for display upon completion of certification.
- Certification must be renewed every 2 years. If you are interested in becoming a certified trainer, please contact Disetronic at 1-800-280-7801, or email at info@disetronic-ca.com.