Can I purchase a Medtronic MiniMed Paradigm® Insulin Pump now and add a CGM component later?
Yes. The two parts of the Paradigm® REAL-Time System (insulin pump and the CGM components) may be purchased separately or as a system. Q: Will Medtronic Diabetes contact my insurance company on my behalf to determine if I have coverage for continuous glucose monitoring components? A: Medtronic of Canada is working with insurers and policy makers to demonstrate the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring technology as part of the Paradigm® REAL-Time system, as well as for the Guardian® REAL-Time. Please follow this link to register online to check your insurance. You will be asked to select which product you wish us to investigate for you. Please contact us at 1-866-444-4649 with any questions or to start your insurance eligibility process. You can also begin your insurance evaluation process right away by visiting www.minimed.racentre.ca Q: Which components of the Paradigm® REAL-Time System are for continuous glucose monitoring? A: The continuous glucose monitoring system consists of
