# New pump using medicare?

**URL:** <https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-pump-using-medicare/16456>\
**Category:** Type 1 & LADA\
**Created:** [November 3, 2026, 4:36am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-pump-using-medicare/16456 "2026-11-03T04:36:46Z")\
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**Post date:** [November 3, 2026, 4:36am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-pump-using-medicare/16456/1 "2026-11-03T04:36:46Z")

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Has anyone gotten a new insulin pump through Medicare in the past month or so? If so, what were the durable medical equipment (DME) requirements?

I got my last pump five years ago. At the time, Medicare paid for it through a standard 12-month rental, and I had to keep the pump for five years. I’ve heard those rules may have changed, or might be changing soon.

Has anyone had a recent experience that was different from the usual process? Or does anyone know whether the rules are changing and what the new requirements might be?

Thanks for any help!

Rick