Free Carlink Upload Device

[Funnygrl]

Just log into Carelink and look for the link on the main page.

[Tony]

Wow! It's wireless!

[solox316]

That's awesome! Now I can soon rid myself of the Paradigm Link meter for good! Or at least throw it in a drawer somewhere...

[JediSkipdogg]

We'll see if I get one. LOL

Of course, not sure what I can use it for. Maybe I'll send it to someone on here for a spare.

[palefacegirl03]

cool, that will be so much easier than getting out the cord and meter , just to upload the pump.

[RobiJo]

YIPPEE!!!!! I can't stand the Paradigm link method... finally something to get excited (at least a little) about!

[jeggeman31]

Thanks just placed my order.

[RLK]

Awesome- thanks for sharing! Now to learn how to use Carelink.... :)

Edit: Gah! Carelink doesn't work with a 512?!? :(

[pegasus]

Sigh.
I'm still one of those people who doesn't like to put med info on the web. I'm hoping that when they come out w/new meter that it won't connect only to web-based system.

[Doug]

im not a MM customer but was curious about the technology

All the carelink stuff I find is about implanted defib machines

can someone post a link ?

[Funnygrl]

im not a MM customer but was curious about the technology

All the carelink stuff I find is about implanted defib machines

can someone post a link ?
Carelink (www.carelink.minimed.com)

You can join and upload your meter even without a Paradigm pump.

[Funnygrl]

Sigh.
I'm still one of those people who doesn't like to put med info on the web. I'm hoping that when they come out w/new meter that it won't connect only to web-based system.
I highly doubt there's any risk of the info being "violated." But my thought is- so what if it is? I don't care if people look over my blood sugars or pump settings.

[roseoptics]

Sigh.
I'm still one of those people who doesn't like to put med info on the web. I'm hoping that when they come out w/new meter that it won't connect only to web-based system.
Carelink can be used just on your computer with out having to log in. You do have to register in order to download the software, but again you can use the program without login. I like the software. It's not perfect, but the best (so far) that I've found. Arthur

[JediSkipdogg]

Sigh.
I'm still one of those people who doesn't like to put med info on the web. I'm hoping that when they come out w/new meter that it won't connect only to web-based system.

I highly doubt there's any risk of the info being "violated." But my thought is- so what if it is? I don't care if people look over my blood sugars or pump settings.

You aren't violated because when you click the accept button you authorize them to use your data in any way they choose. So they can use it to collect stats on males vs. females for blood sugar control and stuff like that.

[Funnygrl]

Carelink can be used just on your computer with out having to log in. You do have to register in order to download the software, but again you can use the program without login. I like the software. It's not perfect, but the best (so far) that I've found. Arthur
No you can't- it's definitely internet software.

[Funnygrl]

You aren't violated because when you click the accept button you authorize them to use your data in any way they choose. So they can use it to collect stats on males vs. females for blood sugar control and stuff like that.
But they're not going to say "Deborah Peel had a blood sugar of 97 at 11:12am on February 12th, if anyone is interested."

[roseoptics]

You are right! I was having a brain fart. Sorry!

[SGT Shoutmore]

I ordered the carelink, they didn't waste anytime shipping it, it is on it's way.

Thanks for the link! You rock!

[SGT Shoutmore]

You are right! I was having a brain fart. Sorry!


You suffer from cerebral flatulence too? And I thought I was the only one! :eek:

;)

I love this place, the people here totally rock!

[JadeMonkey]

I ordered one for me, thanks very much for posting this!

-Jade

[jeggeman31]

I ordered the carelink, they didn't waste anytime shipping it, it is on it's way.

Thanks for the link! You rock!

I got the UPS notice as well today.

[solox316]

I got the UPS notice as well today.

Ditto. Amazing how they go from wanting to charge $20-$30 to giving them away and shipping them for free. I won't complain though, one less cord is always a bonus! They should just make the pumps bluetooth.

[SGT Shoutmore]

Fed Ex delivered my Carelink USB device today.

If you are a vista eser, it is a slight hassle to get it going, but I was able to. Still messing with it to see what it does.

[Eddy]

They should just make the pumps bluetooth.


Hmmm...

Insulin pump that shows up as a bluetooth printer... control basal and/or bolus via PostScript print jobs...

[solox316]

Hmmm...

Insulin pump that shows up as a bluetooth printer... control basal and/or bolus via PostScript print jobs...

or control from your cell phone, pda, even gps nav system...

maybe it could also be an mp3 player...

or it is just one more thing to malfunction...

[Tony]

Fed Ex delivered my Carelink USB device today.

If you are a vista eser, it is a slight hassle to get it going, but I was able to. Still messing with it to see what it does.

Have you notice if it's faster up loading the data from the pump to carelink?

[SGT Shoutmore]

Have you notice if it's faster up loading the data from the pump to carelink?

Tony,

I'm sorry, but I have no experience with anything otherwise, I am a new pumper, not even a week into it yet. I did not have the cable for the paradigm link for my computers to have ever used it before.

[camjen1]

Weird, I got an email yesterday with a tracking number but it states it has been delivered in Albany, NY. Maybe an old tracking #? Then at the top of the email it states expected delivery April 9th. How is that 3 day select when it won't be here until April 9th?

[SGT Shoutmore]

Hmm, how odd! You may wish to give medtronic a call, someone may have GOOFED over there.

[palefacegirl03]

MM and UPS do reuse tracking numbers, my last two MM orders have been recycled numbers. When it shipps it will update with the new info and the UPS site will change.
I called about it when I got the number recyled thing last time.

I have not recieved notice that my carelink usb has shipped (frowning)

[notme]

I just ordered one also. My Doctor will love this. It is about time I joined the world of the organized!

[Tony]

I have a little bit of info.

The CareLink USB went up on the website either Sunday night or Monday morning. The rep's are saying 4-6 weeks for shipping. You will receive a confirmation email when it's shipped.

The CareLink USB only communicates with the Paradigm and the Guardian. It's doesn't communicate with the meter or their future meter.

[SGT Shoutmore]

I have a little bit of info.

The CareLink USB went up on the website either Sunday night or Monday morning. The rep's are saying 4-6 weeks for shipping. You will receive a confirmation email when it's shipped.

The CareLink USB only communicates with the Paradigm and the Guardian. It's doesn't communicate with the meter or their future meter.

4 to 6 weeks? Woah!:eek:

Did they have a sudden stampede of orders on them when the word got out about the offer? Mine took two days I believe, for it to arrive.:confused:

[SGT Shoutmore]

I just ordered one also. My Doctor will love this. It is about time I joined the world of the organized!

It is pretty cool, I've used it yesterday and this morning. You remain with in about 2 feet from the link (or less), log into the website, select upload (After you have given them the serial number of the pump and select the carelink USB device), it sends a signal to your pump and your pump will go into SUSPEND mode, then for about 10 seconds, it downloads all the data that your pump has collected, then, it sends it to the appropriate report settings and you simply click on "reports" and select which report you want and print, it also saves the setting from your pump.

Vista users need to download a USB driver from Medtronic, go to the help/search menu and enter in "vista" and the proper driver will be offered, click, download and install. You will have to use Internet Explorer to use the carelink, and, go to the tools tab/internet options/security and UNCHECK "Enable Protected Mode", after that, select apply and close out the browser. Now, go to either your desktop or your start menu/prigrans/internet explorer, right click, and select "RUN AS ADMINISTRATOR". You will go through the remaining steps o set up as outlined, fairly easy, the above is only done ONCE on your computer, and you will get the option to re-enable your security options and sign out as administrator. After that, you just log in, select upload, confirm your device and go through the upload wait of about 20 seconds or less and get your reports, you can print them easily for your doc to have.

[Tony]

The lady I spoke with was very surprised when she found out some people have them already. She wasn't expecting them to be available for another couple weeks.

How much data do you have on your pump that it only took 10seconds?

[xMenace]

I can't find the link. Perhaps it doesn't aply to non-American residents.

[SGT Shoutmore]

The lady I spoke with was very surprised when she found out some people have them already. She wasn't expecting them to be available for another couple weeks.

How much data do you have on your pump that it only took 10seconds?

Not much! Brand spankin' new pump! I've had it 6 days.

[SGT Shoutmore]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v298/wizardofahs/CareLink1.jpg

Sorry about the quality of image, taken from a camera phone. Here is the CareLink inserted in my notebook PC.

[camjen1]

Hey that website looks awful familiar. :D

[someone]

Yay! Finally I'll be able to upload my Guardian on my laptop.

[notme]

I have a little bit of info.


The CareLink USB only communicates with the Paradigm and the Guardian. It's doesn't communicate with the meter or their future meter.


Wow....did I get that wrong. Guess I have a carelink usb coming that I can give away. Unless something changes, I won't be getting a Guardian anytime soon.

[Tony]

Wow....did I get that wrong. Guess I have a carelink usb coming that I can give away. Unless something changes, I won't be getting a Guardian anytime soon.

you don't have your 715 anymore?

[notme]

Yes....I do have my 715. I just am not sold on CGMS yet.

[Tony]

You don't need the cgms. You can still upload your pump data.

[Funnygrl]

Yeah, Carelink is still a good resource to see what your pump settings were at any time, look at bolus history (and bg history if you put bgs in or use the meter or upload your meter). It will also make graphs showing your insulin use and such.

[solox316]

Fed Ex delivered my Carelink USB device today.

UPS website for mine says "out for deliver" as of 10:00 AM this morning... 5PM now, and nothing yet... Must be a busy driver...

I think my neighborhood's driver lives down the street tho, and does our deliveries when he stops at home for dinner... hmmm.. we shall see.

[jeggeman31]

I got mine in less that 4 days. Got it yestrday.

[palefacegirl03]

Well, my first order from MM of the year , included my decuctable plus my 20% , so until I make the first payment on the 421, that I owe, they will not send out my usb link, butheads!

[RobiJo]

I haven't gotten any email or UPS notification and I ordered it the moment I saw this post. Hmm. must have made the bottom of that shipping list after all the other DF members and will be the one to get it in 4-6 weeks.

[solox316]

UPS website for mine says "out for deliver" as of 10:00 AM this morning... 5PM now, and nothing yet... Must be a busy driver....

Not 5 minutes after my post, it arrived, 3 days.

[SGT Shoutmore]

Solox316,

Ahh! There ya go! How do you like yours? Have you tried it out yet?

[solox316]

Solox316,

Ahh! There ya go! How do you like yours? Have you tried it out yet?

I just plugged it in and uploaded right now. It is faster than the paradigm link meter, even though that was also USB.

It is great, being able to upload while still sitting in my chair, and not have to fuss with any wires, or move my pump.

Thanks again Funnygrl for posting this... I don't know that I would have noticed the link!

[jeggeman31]

Fed Ex delivered my Carelink USB device today.

If you are a vista eser, it is a slight hassle to get it going, but I was able to. Still messing with it to see what it does.

How did you get it going? I use Vista and can't get it to install.

[jeggeman31]

I called the 24/7 help line and they claim the CareLink USB does not work with Windows Vista. I kind of find it odd that they would come out with a product that can't operate on a current windows platform. So if anyone with Vista gets it to work, please share with me how you did it.

[jeggeman31]

Vista users need to download a USB driver from Medtronic, go to the help/search menu and enter in "vista" and the proper driver will be offered, click, download and install. You will have to use Internet Explorer to use the carelink, and, go to the tools tab/internet options/security and UNCHECK "Enable Protected Mode", after that, select apply and close out the browser. Now, go to either your desktop or your start menu/prigrans/internet explorer, right click, and select "RUN AS ADMINISTRATOR". You will go through the remaining steps o set up as outlined, fairly easy, the above is only done ONCE on your computer, and you will get the option to re-enable your security options and sign out as administrator. After that, you just log in, select upload, confirm your device and go through the upload wait of about 20 seconds or less and get your reports, you can print them easily for your doc to have.

I called the 24/7 help line and they claim the CareLink USB does not work with Windows Vista. I kind of find it odd that they would come out with a product that can't operate on a current windows platform. So if anyone with Vista gets it to work, please share with me how you did it.

I hit read new post or whatever that link is and it skipped an entire page of postings, and I found the anwser to my own question, after going back and re reading this thread.

[jeggeman31]

Have you notice if it's faster up loading the data from the pump to carelink?


I found it to be very fast compared to the cable way of doing things. Plus I liked how I cold just sit at my computer and leave my pump on my belt. The program put it in suspend and took it out of suspend as well. I can see myself using care links much more than I did before.

[palefacegirl03]

I want mine !:mad: but I need to pay my supply bill first so that they will send it. D@mn truck broke down this week and it costs over 250 to fix, so no money left for MM .
Being an adult really sucks sometimes,LOL

Guess I'll just hook up my cable, meter and pump combo and upload,LOL I want a new gaget!:T

[notme]

I got my CareLink and downloaded it today. All I can say is.......what took me so long. :o This is awsome! :top:

[someone]

All you have to do if you want this faster is put it on the same order as your pump supplies or sensors and it will be sent in the same package. I got mine in 2 days along with the sensors I ordered. 2 day shipping is free as long as your order something else.

The design of this device seems pretty sleek for something made by a pump company. The packaging it came in looked like it was designed by apple.. well not quite.. but close.

[notme]

I didn't order with pump supplies and mine was shipped three day for free.

It does look sleek and the device itself is very sleek looking. Heck took me awhile just to get to the usb connection. Eeesh....it fits tight!

[solox316]

I didn't order with pump supplies and mine was shipped three day for free.

Ditto

I am sure they can swamped with orders, once people knew about it... I ordered mine right after the first post...

[someone]

I didn't order with pump supplies and mine was shipped three day for free.

It does look sleek and the device itself is very sleek looking. Heck took me awhile just to get to the usb connection. Eeesh....it fits tight!

Well, there are quite a few people that haven't gotten them yet. I was just suggesting an easy way to get to the front of the queue. Usually these companies make free stuff last priority.

Now, if only they could make their pump and cgms units more "sleek"...

[Funnygrl]

I love the thing. I was grinning ear to ear as I used it for the first time.

[notme]

I was too funny. The Carelink was easy to download and get running. The only problem I had was getting the updated Adobe reader. Mine was old and the download was so slow that it would error out on me.

Carelink is awsome. I am not the most technology minded person and even I figured it out. If you didn't order one, just do it and figure it out when it comes. You won't be sorry.


Thank you funnygrl for telling us about the free Carelink.

[kgm0612]

Nancy (notme) was so impressed with the Carelink that she called me yesterday and said I needed to order one! I've known Nancy a long time..........she does NOT log anything. I have to get on her to test more often when I'm visiting her! So for her to call me and basically force me into ordering one, it must be worth it! LOL I placed my order while we were talking on the phone.

I was under the impression from the first post by funnygirl that you needed to be a CGMS user. Thanks for the heads up on this link and to my good buddy Nancy for thinking of me!

Karen

[camjen1]

All you have to do if you want this faster is put it on the same order as your pump supplies or sensors and it will be sent in the same package. I got mine in 2 days along with the sensors I ordered. 2 day shipping is free as long as your order something else.

The design of this device seems pretty sleek for something made by a pump company. The packaging it came in looked like it was designed by apple.. well not quite.. but close.

I tried to add it in with my supply order but every time I went to checkout it would disappear from my cart. I then went ahead and put 2 different orders in and what do you know I got the carelink before my supplies. What a surprise!:rolleyes:

[Funnygrl]

Thank you funnygrl for telling us about the free Carelink.

You're welcome- loving it myself!

[HelenM]

Registered for carelink the other day, no problems but a telephone number given to get (so I thought)the cable or key etc. I didn't phone then. On my pump course we had a representative from Medtronic (France) talking about CGMS. I asked how to get cable or key. He said that In spite of being able to register I can't use carelink here because the site contravenes French laws on medical confidentiality/internet security:(

[pegasus]

Registered for carelink the other day, no problems but a telephone number given to get (so I thought)the cable or key etc. I didn't phone then. On my pump course we had a representative from Medtronic (France) talking about CGMS. I asked how to get cable or key. He said that In spite of being able to register I can't use carelink here because the site contravenes French laws on medical confidentiality/internet security:(

But they're not going to say "Deborah Peel had a blood sugar of 97 at 11:12am on February 12th, if anyone is interested."

Funny--I haven't come back to this thread in a while, but it's sort of come back around to where I was earlier. I'm jealous of all the enthusiasm for it! But with the viciousness of hackers--the IRS, the Defense Dept, have been hacked, much less the carelessness of the companies and contractors that have led to a couple of million people's personal info being stolen--I just don't trust putting my stuff online. I wouldn't mind if they were anonymously taking the info--to do the statistical work someone else suggested--but not with my name attached. I *do* mind others looking over my shoulder--I guess it's a personal thing about privacy--but also the danger of workplace or insurance discrimination is very real in the U.S.

So I applaud the French gov for starting with caution--maybe that will encourage Carelink to come up with non-Web-based versions. I'm sorry it's giving people who want it trouble getting it!

I just wish they'd give us the choice. I am jealous :banghead:

[pegasus]

And here's a story from yesterday's NY Times that illustrates my difficulty:

Sigh. :argh: :argh:

The New York Times
April 11, 2008
Georgia Patients’ Records Exposed on Web for Weeks
By BRENDA GOODMAN

ATLANTA — A company hired by the State of Georgia to administer health benefits for low-income patients is sending letters to notify tens of thousands of residents that their private records were exposed on the Internet for nearly seven weeks before the error was caught and corrected, a company spokeswoman said on Thursday.

The records of as many as 71,000 adults and children enrolled in the Medicaid or PeachCare for Kids programs were inadvertently posted on Feb. 12, said Amy Knapp, a spokeswoman for the company, WellCare Health Plans Inc., whose headquarters are in Tampa, Fla.

The company learned on March 28 that the information was publicly accessible, Ms. Knapp said, and it took five more days to remove all the data, which included names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, Medicaid or PeachCare for Kids numbers, and dates of eligibility for insurance programs.

An employee who was updating information for the Georgia Department of Community Health posted the normally secure data to an unsecured Web site by mistake, Ms. Knapp said.

Lisa Marie Shekell, the department’s communications director, said there was no evidence that any of the information had been improperly used.

WellCare Health Plans has offered to pay the patients for credit monitoring services for a year, Ms. Knapp said.

This is the second time in a year that records for Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids participants in Georgia have been compromised.

Last April, the Department of Community Health announced that a different private contractor had lost a computer disk containing data on 2.9 million people. The disk, which was apparently lost in the mail, was never recovered.

“It is probable that some of those same individuals affected by last year’s incident were also affected by this latest breach,” Ms. Shekell said, though administrators had not yet determined exactly how many people were affected in both cases.

[someone]

If you're that worried, give carelink a fake name... I don't see them asking for credit card or social security numbers to verify your identity. I use a lot of computers and I like the fact that carelink is web based and can be accessed from any computer.

[solox316]

I use a lot of computers and I like the fact that carelink is web based and can be accessed from any computer.

The web based part is my favorite part. They can update, modify, fix, etc.. their software without hassling the user. Having two computers in the house, both frequently used makes the web based feature even better, as you said.

I am more worried about my USPS mail that has more sensitive information sitting in my unlocked mailbox for 6 hours before I get home... At least the web is relatively secure and encrypted in most cases.

[notme]

Honestly, I am not worried about privacy issues under this circumstance. I did not give my credit card, social security or any other identifying information. I can't imagine anyone is interested, besides me, in my blood sugar readings.

[RobiJo]

I am more worried about my USPS mail that has more sensitive information sitting in my unlocked mailbox for 6 hours before I get home... At least the web is relatively secure and encrypted in most cases.

Exactly. What is someone going to do with my blood sugar readings? I don't put financial info into carelink and all I have listed in the additional settings is my first name. There are some internet situations that would/should cause concern. I hardly think carelink is worth worrying about. But if you are that concerned about it, you don't have to use it as its there as a tool. There are meter specific software programs that are not web based.

The other thing is that with a web based program, if your computer crashes, laptop stolen, etc, etc. Your bgs and pump information are still all there.

Oh and I still haven't gotten a Quantum View notification regarding my USB device and I ordered it within minutes of many of you that have already received them. Looks like I need to call MM on Monday.

[pegasus]

Exactly. What is someone going to do with my blood sugar readings? I don't put financial info into carelink and all I have listed in the additional settings is my first name. There are some internet situations that would/should cause concern. I hardly think carelink is worth worrying about.

But if you are that concerned about it, you don't have to use it as its there as a tool. There are meter specific software programs that are not web based.

The NYC Dept of Health *is* collecting A1c readings from all labs that take 'em--with names attached--for public health reasons; I'm not sure how they're using it at this point. As I say, I wouldn't mind if there weren't names attached, but there's a very real possibility of insurance and workplace discrimination down the line if the info is accessible. It's certainly happened to enough disabled people, and given how health care costs are rising (as so many of us have talked about here), the prospect of a new tool to cherry-pick out people with expensive conditions will, I think, become too tempting at some point.

I didn't realize that carelink wasn't taking ID/financial info; I guess that happened when they started giving it away free. I'd looked at it when they were charging. I'll look at that again, thanks.

I would be interested in knowing about the other meter-specific programs, if you wouldn't mind, RobiJo, here or through PM.

I know, I know, I'm very conservative when it comes to computer safety, and I have a backup drive and flash drives to cover the crashing/thievery end of things. There is a a trade-off in general these days between the conveniences you all have talked about (easy access from anywhere, etc.) and security/privacy (having Big Brothers looking closer than I'd like). Hopefully, esp when the new meter comes out, there'll be a way to accommodate my concerns (or the programs RobiJo knows about) so I can get the advantages you all are so happy with.

[someone]

Exactly. What is someone going to do with my blood sugar readings? I don't put financial info into carelink and all I have listed in the additional settings is my first name. There are some internet situations that would/should cause concern. I hardly think carelink is worth worrying about. But if you are that concerned about it, you don't have to use it as its there as a tool. There are meter specific software programs that are not web based.

The other thing is that with a web based program, if your computer crashes, laptop stolen, etc, etc. Your bgs and pump information are still all there.

I share the same views as far as privacy. Maybe the insurance companies will see my BGs and realize that I am putting their money to good use. ;)

[jeggeman31]

I am more worried about my USPS mail that has more sensitive information sitting in my unlocked mailbox for 6 hours before I get home...

If you are that worried about it, then get a post office box or a mailbox that takes a key to get your mail out, and has a small slot for the mailman to put your mail inside the box.

[solox316]

If you are that worried about it, then get a post office box or a mailbox that takes a key to get your mail out, and has a small slot for the mailman to put your mail inside the box.

Considering US Mail is the current #1 source for identity theft, more people should be concerned as well.

[pegasus]

Considering US Mail is the current #1 source for identity theft, more people should be concerned as well.

I'm not sure where you got your info, but here's what the US Federal Trade Commission reported for 2007:

Company’s Method of Contacting Consumers
Calendar Years 2005 through 2007

Internet - E-mail 111,480 34% 138,144 45% 142,445 49%
Internet - Web Site/Others 64,060 20% 46,696 15% 44,244 15%
Mail 5 9,761 18% 5 0,350 16% 40,542 14%
Phone 53,536 17% 39,399 13% 31,769 11%
Others 3 4,853 11% 3 1,746 10% 32,780 11%
Total Reporting Contact Method 323,690 306,335 291,780

Consumer Fraud and Identity Theft Complaint Data, US Federal Trade Commission, January-December 2007

And here's one other relevant link on this topic:

“Medical” Identity Theft - New (to me) and Scary - Sister CISA CISSP (http://itknowledgeexchange.techtarget.com/cisa-cissp/medical-identity-theft-new-to-me-and-scary/)

I'm not trying to scare everyone irrationally. I just see these reports and it makes me cautious. I think it's worth knowing what risks are out there when we're taking them

[notme]

From the Medtronic/Carelink website:

Protecting Your Privacy with the Highest Security Measures
At Medtronic Diabetes, we care about the security of your personal information. CareLink Personal software complies with the strictest privacy regulations in the world, including HIPAA guidelines. The system also uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), a data encryption technology, which ensures that data is unreadable during the transfer.

Storing data in CareLink Personal software is often safer than storing it on a home computer system that is connected to the Internet. We use a three-tier architecture that puts the data behind three separate firewalls.


People will always be worried about their privacy. Conspiracy theories will always make people afraid and some of them are warranted, many are not. Just be careful out there and make informed decisions on who you give personal information.

[solox316]

I'm not sure where you got your info, but here's what the US Federal Trade Commission reported for 2007:

Company’s Method of Contacting Consumers
Calendar Years 2005 through 2007


Not sure what "Method of Contacting Consumers" means. My statement came from a news special recently, one of those 20/20 like shows...

In the 3 years at my home, I have received and shredded nearly 2 dozen credit cards, all to previous home owners. Let's not talk about balance transfer checks I have received. Medical bills... insurance statements... etc.

Not to mention the credit card my mother STILL gets for her ex-husband, divorced 18 years ago... and she has moved twice.

No reason to worry about US Mail though...

[pegasus]

Not sure what "Method of Contacting Consumers" means. My statement came from a news special recently, one of those 20/20 like shows...

In the 3 years at my home, I have received and shredded nearly 2 dozen credit cards, all to previous home owners. Let's not talk about balance transfer checks I have received. Medical bills... insurance statements... etc.

Not to mention the credit card my mother STILL gets for her ex-husband, divorced 18 years ago... and she has moved twice.

No reason to worry about US Mail though...

The chart I quoted above from the FTC lists the US Mail as #3--obviously a serious problem. Email and the web, tho, were cited as the numbers 1 & 2 most problematic Method(s) of Contacting Consumers.

This debate about how we deal with our medical information seems to have taken the thread way off topic--obviously we'll each choose which method works best for us. Hopefully the manufacturers will develop software/hardware that works for *all* of us.

[solox316]

This debate about how we deal with our medical information seems to have taken the thread way off topic--obviously we'll each choose which method works best for us. Hopefully the manufacturers will develop software/hardware that works for *all* of us.

I also think that part of the internet/email problem is the public's willingness to respond to bogus phishing attempts. All it takes is the one reply to a phishing attempt at your private information.

I can see anyone's concern with a web-based program, I simply don't share the concern, esp. with a reputable company like Medtronic.

There is something to be said for not having to connect to the internet to get your meter's data and graph it, etc.

[Lilly164]

without me ordering it. I received a tracking email from UPS and the device arrived the next day.
I use a mm 522 and have been downloading my pump into Carelink every two weeks using the Paradigm Link monitor.
So, it isn't necessarily required to order the new USB.
Today I will plug it in and give it a try.
Beth

[palefacegirl03]

without me ordering it. I received a tracking email from UPS and the device arrived the next day.
I use a mm 522 and have been downloading my pump into Carelink every two weeks using the Paradigm Link monitor.
So, it isn't necessarily required to order the new USB.
Today I will plug it in and give it a try.
Beth


That is cool, maybe mine will show up one of these days then.

Reminds me , need to upload the pump tonight.

[Dewey]

Ordered mine today (a little late to the game, but oh well ;)). It was a little annoying in that I thought I could use the carelink info. to order one....but I had to create an online store acct. to get it. It's all good, though. :)

Thanks Funny, for sharing...Otherwise, I probably wouldn't have known (till I did an upload or something).

[stlduckhunter]

Got mine today after a call to MM. The customer service person indicated that all pumpers who are eligible (?) would be receiving one before the middle of May and need not worry about ordering one. After trying to install on a Vista system, could not find and install the drivers on the small CD sent with the device, went to CareLink and tried to connect. During the connection, it appeared to download the drivers and it connected with my pump flawlessly. Don't panic if you cannot find the drivers on the disc.

[jeggeman31]

Now does this act like a thumb drive, and it is storing my data on it so I can just take this with me to the DR, or is it just to transfer the data.


Only took me 20 seconds to download my data today.


I love this thing!

[solox316]

Now does this act like a thumb drive, and it is storing my data on it so I can just take this with me to the DR, or is it just to transfer the data.

Only transfers the data. That would be pretty sweet if it dueled as a thumb drive too! However, If I remember correctly you can save the pdf files of the reports and put them on your thumb drive.

[RobiJo]

Got mine today after a call to MM. The customer service person indicated that all pumpers who are eligible (?) would be receiving one before the middle of May and need not worry about ordering one. After trying to install on a Vista system, could not find and install the drivers on the small CD sent with the device, went to CareLink and tried to connect. During the connection, it appeared to download the drivers and it connected with my pump flawlessly. Don't panic if you cannot find the drivers on the disc.

The disc is just a digital reference manual.

Yea! I finally got mine Thursday this week. Anyone else's cap extremely hard to remove?

[notme]

My doc is connected to the internet in his patient rooms. I can just bring up my latest readings on his computer. It is a nice system. So far I am very happy.

[jeggeman31]

Anyone else's cap extremely hard to remove?

Mine was very hard to remove

[RobiJo]

My doc is connected to the internet in his patient rooms. I can just bring up my latest readings on his computer. It is a nice system. So far I am very happy.

I've heard of docs who download all your stuff right there, I could have used this when I was a teen it would have kept me much more honest. The graph will show what the graph will show! Right down to the average number of tests per day! My current doc still asks for stuff to be faxed, I wish she'd do email--it'd be so much simpler.

[stlduckhunter]

Every time I visit my endo, the nurse downloads all my pump information to his server. He reviews it before coming into the examining room and that is the start of our conversation.

[notme]

Mine was very hard to remove

I will admit that I looked at this device for quite awhile trying to figure out how to plug it in. The cap just appeared to be a color change and it wouldn't pull off. I scratched my head for awhile. :confused:

[RobiJo]

I will admit that I looked at this device for quite awhile trying to figure out how to plug it in. The cap just appeared to be a color change and it wouldn't pull off. I scratched my head for awhile. :confused:

Okay, glad it wasn't just me. I knew which side was the cap from looking at the picture. I just couldn't get the cap off!

[solox316]

In regard to previous conversations out there... Doctors can use Carelink PRO, which is a locally installed system, as opposed to web based. It also is customized to handle multiple patients... It was cool to see the differences and similarities...

It was also pretty funny to see the computer desk with every cable/upload device on one computer... all tagged with their brand name...

[nryan34]

Got my care link upload device last week and I love it. The thing is so easy to use didn't even have to have my husband install it on the computer for me!!!::smile: :proud:

[pegasus]

In regard to previous conversations out there... Doctors can use Carelink PRO, which is a locally installed system, as opposed to web based. It also is customized to handle multiple patients... It was cool to see the differences and similarities...

It was also pretty funny to see the computer desk with every cable/upload device on one computer... all tagged with their brand name...

I'm told that MM also has a software called "Software Solutions for Pumps and Meters" that was for docs that patients can buy too--and it's not web-based, which would solve my web-averse problem. It's also $70 :eek: . I'm trying to contact my doc's office to see if, like w/those extra meters piling up in the storage room, he has an extra bit of software ... :)