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The Eversense sensor is implanted under the skin, so you can be discrete when needed. Having a sensor and Omnipod pump, you have good info for how to make dosing decisions.

*You will need an iPhone to use the Eversense sensor.

Next Steps

Eversense

Eversense

Either call the phone number here to ask about getting started or fill out the form that is linked here to get started.

Contact

1-844-736 7348

Mon-Fri 8:00am - 8:00pm EST

Eversense Website

Omnipod

Omnipod

Call Omnipod and ask them about your coverage. Talk to your Doctor to get a prescription.

Contact

1-800-591-3455

Mon-Sat, 9:00am - 7:00pm PST

Omnipod Website

Priorities

Comfort

  • Longest lasting sensor
  • Sensor needs to be changed by your doctor
  • No tubing
  • Pods need more tape than other infusion sets

    • Active Lifestyle

  • Because the sensor is under your skin, it won't get dislodged if it gets bumped
  • Don't need to find a place for pump in active wear

    • Avoiding Highs and Lows

  • Only sensor that vibrates on your skin to alert for high or low blood sugars; alerts work even when smart phone isn't close by
  • Pods stay on when showering and swimming so there are no gaps in insulin delivery
  • Pumps allow different amounts of basal insulin at different times of day and very precise dosing

    • Easy to Use

  • Sensor transmitter must be charged every day
  • Sensor changes far less often than other types, but your doctor must do it
  • Fewer parts than tubed pumps

    • Easy Insulin Dosing

  • Can use sensor trends for dose adjustment
  • No interruption in insulin delivery (pods stay on when you shower and swim)
  • More customizable dosing than pens or syringes

    • Fewer Fingersticks

  • Daily fingersticks needed to calibrate sensor

    • Privacy

  • Ability to see sugar on watch or phone
  • Sensor not movable on body
  • Sensor requires regular meter use
  • Most hideable pump option
  • Requires visible controller to bolus

    • Wisdom

    Hear what others who use this device combo have to say

    More data allows for more control. Typically more is better unless it's an alarm in the middle of the night telling me my pod was replaced and to check my blood sugar. Then more alerts are annoying. The data itself is almost always beneficial though.

    I experiment with different areas on my body. See what works best or absorbs (the insulin) best without being so bothersome.

    I am a distance runner (multiple marathons under my belt so far) and it's so much less stressful to run with Eversense than Dexcom or Libre. I love the on-body alerts so I don't need to constantly watch my receiver and I struggle with sweating off devices despite using every trick in the book (skintac, tapes, etc), so while I need those in order to keep Eversense on while running, it's nice that if I fail and sweat it off, I don't lose anything and can put the transmitter right back on.

    Disclaimer: All prices are in USD and are estimates only.

    Cost

    Eversense

    Eversense

    Sensors
    Transmitter (1 time purchase & Rechargeable)

    Glucose Testing Cost Estimate

    Startup Bridge Program $99.

    This is a trial program and there are eligibility requirements that should be considered prior.

    Eversense is covered by select insurers, including Cigna and Medicare.

    Omnipod

    Omnipod

    Pods

    Reader

    Insulin

    Insulin Dosing Cost Estimate

    Startup $5 to $1260 Monthly

    Omnipod is now covered by Medicare and Medicaid as well as most private insurers.

    Questions for your Doctor

    Can I try this before I commit to it?

    A lot of provider offices have sample devices you can touch and feel to get a sense of how they work. Some offices even have a trial device you can use for week to see how it works for you.