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Home » Diabetes » Diabetes Devices » Eversense Implantable CGM Review

AnnaBy Anna on December 3, 2019, Updated March 18, 2020
Diabetes

Eversense Implantable CGM Review

By Anna, Eversense user living with type 1 diabetes.

I first heard about the Eversense system at the ATTD conference in Paris and was instantly fascinated by the duration of the sensor (90 days in the US and 180 days in Europe), the insertion process as well as being able to monitor the CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) curves on my smartphone.

Although I was super nervous before I had the little surgery, I was even more excited about trying out the new system.

So here are some short facts about the Eversense System:

  • Implantable sensor
  • Lasts up to 90 days (under the skin) – it’s approved for 180 days in Europe
  • Smartphone app with real-time tracking
  • On-body vibration alerts (via the transmitter) when your blood sugar is low or high
  • Chargeable, removable, water-resistant transmitter
  • FDA approved for dosing decisions

You can see how the sensor and transmitter look and their relative size in this image below.

Eversense sensor, transmitter, and mobile app

The implantation

The implantation process of the sensor took about 10 minutes. First, I had to decide where I wanted to wear my transmitter so that my doctor could find the right spot to implant the sensor. Afterward, the place was marked and disinfected.

After that, my doctor did a local anesthesia with zigzag incisions. We had to wait a few minutes until it started taking effect so that they could start doing the 5 to 8 mm incision in my upper arm. The sensor was then inserted with a custom inserter. Afterward, Steri-Strips were used to close the incision.

The sensor is usually implanted in the upper arm but you can choose other places if you prefer.

 

The transmitter

The Transmitter is worn over the sensor and wirelessly powers it to activate the transfer of glucose measurements.

After implanting the sensor, the transmitter starts receiving glucose data from it and calculates the glucose value, which is then sent to the Eversense App via Bluetooth. Even if you do not have your phone nearby, the sensor automatically receives the data every 5 minutes.

What I really like about the transmitter is its sleek and slim design as well as the on-body vibration alerts when your blood sugar is low or high. Those alarms are really helpful because I do not have to look on my phone to see what my blood sugar is doing at the moment.

One of the biggest challenges for me during the first two weeks after the implantation was the correct placement of the transmitter. To place the transmitter correctly over the sensor, you have to use the “Placement Guide” on the App so that you can see if the connection is good enough. However, after using the CGM system for quite a while now, placing the transmitter correctly got very easy.

Anna with Eversense implantable CGM

Accuracy

Before I got the Eversense, I heard about how accurate it is and how it is supposed to be the most accurate system on the CGM market right now. And after testing it myself, I have to agree. I was really surprised at how precise it is. Of course, there are times when the CGM differs a bit from what my blood glucose meter says but overall, it’s nearly perfect most of the time.

 

My experience

After wearing the Eversense system for several months now, I have to say, I really like it.

There are a few things that need improvements such as the transmitter’s battery capacity and the sensor duration.

What I enjoy most about the Eversense CGM is that I don’t have to think about changing the sensor weekly or having to carry around tapes, an inserter, disinfectant, and all the plastic packaging. And of course – no more ripping out the sensor (which is one of the biggest advantages for me, since I have a special talent for ripping it out whenever I’m passing a door frame.)

I also didn’t have any problems with my skin compatibility while wearing the tape on which the transmitter gets placed.

All in all, I really enjoyed using the Eversense System. Monitoring my CGM curves on my smartphone really helps me in my daily life with T1D because it makes keeping an eye on my blood sugar so much easier.

You can learn more about the Eversense implantable CGM on the Eversense website.

Right now, you can get the Eversense CGM for as little as $99* (plus the cost of the sensor placement by a healthcare provider) by using the Eversense Bridge Program.

The Eversense Bridge Program is a patient access program designed to help patients who want to be on Eversense therapy but are experiencing challenges, such as high out of pocket costs.

To learn more, please visit https://www.eversensediabetes.com/patient-bridge

*Rules and restrictions apply.

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About Anna

Hey I'm Anna! I am a Communication Science student based in Vienna. Besides living with a pensionary pancreas (I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 14), I love to share my passion for vegan food, photography and traveling with you!

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  1. AvatarShelby says

    July 31, 2020 at 3:42 pm

    I tried eversense because of the phenomenal reviews and let me just say it did not live up to its hype. It was more stressful because of how inaccurate my readings were. I did everything by the book and my readings sometimes were right on the money and other times literally 200 units off. Which is detrimental when you have diabetes. It’s been such a frustrating experience and I can’t find any other people on the internet who have had a similar type experience. So I’m wondering if they are deleting bad reviews or something. Bc that doesn’t happen.

    Reply
    • Christel OerumChristel Oerum says

      August 1, 2020 at 8:46 am

      That does not sound like a good experience! I’ve heard some people mention that they disliked the removal process, but nothing in the lines of this extreme blood sugar reading variations. I just looked it up and there’s an “Eversense CGM Users” closed Facebook group where you might be able to find more answers from actual users

      Reply
  2. AvatarKarol A Wilson says

    March 11, 2019 at 3:28 pm

    Does Insurance cover it in the United States?

    Reply
    • Christel OerumChristel Oerum says

      March 11, 2019 at 7:50 pm

      It’s covered by some insurance companies at this point. It’s only been FDA approved since June 2018 so there are most likely some insurance companies that do not have it on formulary yet. You can try and contact Eversense directly to get more information

      Reply
    • AvatarDana says

      March 13, 2019 at 3:53 pm

      Only Aetna covers this product.

      Reply
      • AvatarRoger Akiyama says

        April 3, 2019 at 8:29 am

        I have cigna and Carecentrix, and they are covering 80% after the deductible is met, however, I don’t have it yet.

        Reply
  3. AvatarLee says

    February 25, 2019 at 10:29 am

    Are you having issues with the tape. My friends comes undone on the left side of the sensor(the shorter side of tape within the day. We are caterers and he sweats alot. Do you have any suggestions. It is so new here in the States. Having hard time finding helpful advice.
    Tks

    Reply
    • Christel OerumChristel Oerum says

      February 25, 2019 at 3:11 pm

      Is it the Eversense tape that comes undone? That one your friend should change daily.
      If it’s another sensor (such as the Dexcom) I have a whole article on how to make it stick HERE
      Welcome to the states 🙂

      Reply
  4. AvatarColleen says

    December 21, 2018 at 7:39 pm

    Would this be beneficial for someone that is a HYPERINSULINEMIC HYPOGLYCEMIC?? I’ve used the Dexcom G5 in the past with OK results. Doesn’t always alert me to my rapid drops until I am well past the low 60 mark.

    Reply
    • Tobias OerumTobias Oerum says

      December 22, 2018 at 10:23 am

      Hi Colleen, that would be a good question to ask Eversense directly. You can contact them on their website https://www.eversensediabetes.com/. We don’t know enough about how the Eversense handles rapid blood sugar drops to answer such an important question without hearing from the company directly.

      Reply
    • AvatarKarol Clark says

      January 27, 2019 at 8:42 am

      Change your low mark to 80.

      Reply
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