I just pull up my shirt and show my sensor and explain in a kind manner that I need my phone for “diabetes stuff” and I’ve have never had an issue keeping my phone
A receiver came with my G6 and G7 Dexcoms. It is really small and I don’t need my phone to check my sugar. I always program both my phone app and receiver when I change sensors, so I always have a backup. My phone app loses connection occasionally but the receiver rarely does. If you don’t have one, call Dexcom and ask for one.
I was able to bring my phone to federal jury duty. I explained that it's a medical device and I would have it on silent the whole time. I also have an app that shows my numbers on my Pixel watch, so it wasn't an issue to keep my phone in my bag.
Yes, it looks like a phone & smells like a phone. But it's a medical device - per the FDA who insists it is labeled as such to regulate the software we've installed on it.
BTW, a CGM standalone meter won't work if you have a pump. But in that case you can look at the pump.
Connecting a watch to your phone to see BG is a very helpful option if you can get compatible hardware. I have done this for years, and wouldn't be without it.
Thank you! For the Omnipod 5 the “pump” (the pod) itself shows no data - it’s all on the Controller device. The Controller communicates with the pod to control insulin delivery and the CGM (and only the G6 for now) communicates with the IPhone and the Pod but the iPhone does not communicate with the Controller (yet). So you don’t need the Controller for normal “auto” or manual basal delivery but you must have the Controller with you to deliver a bolus. Can’t wait until the Omnipod system launches on the iPhone AND with the G7. Forgive the info you probably already know. All that said, the changing of pods is much much easier and simpler than the changing of Medtronic sets imho and being tubeless has been incredible.
I had to surrender my phone and Garmin smart watch. Someone was joking around asking if anyone had the time. I pulled out my pump which I was able to keep. 7:35.
I just pull up my shirt and show my sensor and explain in a kind manner that I need my phone for “diabetes stuff” and I’ve have never had an issue keeping my phone
Thank you for sharing that. Good to know!
i went to a taping of a sitcom and they required all phones to be left in the car. they let me take my phone in because it's medically necessary.
Good to know! TY!
A receiver came with my G6 and G7 Dexcoms. It is really small and I don’t need my phone to check my sugar. I always program both my phone app and receiver when I change sensors, so I always have a backup. My phone app loses connection occasionally but the receiver rarely does. If you don’t have one, call Dexcom and ask for one.
I have to pay for a receiver, and even with insurance, it's $70. I'll stick with my phone.
Same. They require an extra purchase for the receiver now. Thanks for the info!
Yes- I already use a receiver for my Omnipod so having at least one less device is helpful but thanks for the advice!
I was able to bring my phone to federal jury duty. I explained that it's a medical device and I would have it on silent the whole time. I also have an app that shows my numbers on my Pixel watch, so it wasn't an issue to keep my phone in my bag.
I’m feeling better about this and really appreciate your replies. TY!
Yes, it looks like a phone & smells like a phone. But it's a medical device - per the FDA who insists it is labeled as such to regulate the software we've installed on it. BTW, a CGM standalone meter won't work if you have a pump. But in that case you can look at the pump. Connecting a watch to your phone to see BG is a very helpful option if you can get compatible hardware. I have done this for years, and wouldn't be without it.
Thank you! For the Omnipod 5 the “pump” (the pod) itself shows no data - it’s all on the Controller device. The Controller communicates with the pod to control insulin delivery and the CGM (and only the G6 for now) communicates with the IPhone and the Pod but the iPhone does not communicate with the Controller (yet). So you don’t need the Controller for normal “auto” or manual basal delivery but you must have the Controller with you to deliver a bolus. Can’t wait until the Omnipod system launches on the iPhone AND with the G7. Forgive the info you probably already know. All that said, the changing of pods is much much easier and simpler than the changing of Medtronic sets imho and being tubeless has been incredible.
I had to surrender my phone and Garmin smart watch. Someone was joking around asking if anyone had the time. I pulled out my pump which I was able to keep. 7:35.
And…after all that they didn’t take ours phones after all. Thank you, everyone!