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The Omnipod 5 App is a part of the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) System. People can use the app on the Omnipod controller or their compatible Smartphone. 

The Omnipod 5 System includes the app, the Dexcom G6 CGM and the Pod. The Omnipod 5 App can control the Pod, a tubeless insulin holder that attaches to the user’s body. A signal from the Omnipod 5 App — or glucose readings from the Dexcom G6 — triggers the Pod to release insulin.


For complete information, visit Omnipod.

App Category:
  • Device Manufacturer-Provided Companion Apps
  • Medicine/Medication
Intended User:
  • Person with Diabetes

Using the app, individuals can:

  • activate and deactivate Pods
  • increase, decrease or pause insulin delivery
  • review insulin data and notifications
  • share data with care partners
  • use the SmartBolus Calculator to deliver an insulin dose
  • view CGM values from a Dexcom G6.

 

 


Thank you to:  Melanie Teslik, MS, RN, CDCES, BC-ADM, CPHQ, NYU Langone, Long Island Endocrinology and Metabolism, NY, NY  and  Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RDN, LDN, BC-ADM, CDCES, University of Chicago Kovler Diabetes Center, Chicago,IL for these Practice Pearls 

  • Speak with your patient before setting a glucose target. Do they have fears of lows at night? Are they fearful of highs? Set different glucose targets at different times.
  • If the patient is having severe fluctuations, set a higher target such as 130mg/dL until the glucose levels even out.
  • Turn off reverse correction when in automated insulin delivery mode.
  • Try treating a mild hypoglycemia alarm with 5-10 gram, you may not need 15 grams of fast-acting glucose as the algorithm is already decreasing insulin.
  • Focus on making changes to carbohydrate ratios and targets. The sensitivity is not as relevant since the algorithm is adjusting.
  • Remember to adjust basal rates for when the individual is in manual mode.
  • Before switching to the Omnipod 5 app, be sure the controller has been uploaded, and all settings are available.  When completing the app setup, have the user view the Reminders page that includes the Confidence Reminders and Program Reminders.  If they do not want alerts pre and post boluses and with temporary basals, they should turn them off.
  • If switching devices with the app, remind the person that the current adaptivity of the algorithm will not be transferred over – expect the algorithm to be more conservative with the first couple pod changes.  Encourage delivering correction doses if glucose levels are higher than expected.
  • Review the Custom Foods link of the app – if the person with diabetes states that carb counting is challenging or they have caregiver or school nurse who helps with their meal input and they eat the same foods often, help them create at least one custom food/meal for each meal and snack they eat.

Extra Pearl:  Encourage the person with diabetes to connect to your office portal before they leave as it will help to save time at follow-up visits and allow you to support them between visits. 

Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) is structured around seven diabetes self-care behaviors, known as the ADCES7 Self-Care Behaviors®. Diabetes care and education specialists can help you set priorities and work with you on improving your own management in each of the following areas:

  • Taking Medication - Adhering to prescribed medication in terms of timing, dosage, frequency, and duration.
  • Monitoring - Tracking data influencing diabetes outcomes.
  • Problem Solving - Identifying and solving issues for better diabetes outcomes.

Users must operate the Omnipod 5 App on the provided controller or a compatible Android device. An active Bluetooth connection between the device running the app and the Pod is required. 

For successful use, the Omnipod 5 App must:

  • get regular updates to the latest version of the app
  • have specific smartphone settings enabled (recommended Android settings)
  • stay within 5 feet of the Pod to restore a lost Bluetooth® connection.

Is Omnipod 5 Safe and Secure?

The Omnipod 5 App requires login authentication to secure communication with the Pod. All communication between the Pod and the app is encrypted. A verification system ensures only the Omnipod 5 App can connect to the Pod. These measures safeguard the app, Pod and cloud communication from security threats.

Learn more at  Insulet’s Security measure information.

Compatibility with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems:
No
Health Provider Access to Patient Data:
Yes
Secure Messaging or Communication Channels:
Yes
Device Integrations:

Currently available on Android. iPhone integration is expected in 2024. Compatibility information is available at Omnipod 5 FAQ: Phone Control

Currently integrated with Dexcom G6. Information on future integration with Dexcom G7 and Freestyle 3 is available at Omnipod 5 FAQs: Glucose Monitoring

IOS, Android, Computer Availability:
  • Android

The app is not:

  • currently available for download to Apple devices
  • operational without a Bluetooth connection to the Pod
  • usable with disabled notifications. 

  • Hazard alarms require immediate attention. The hazard alarm indicates that insulin delivery from the Pod has stopped.
  • The app can display information in Spanish or English.
  • The Omnipod 5 App for iPhone will be available in 2024, according to the manufacturer.
  • User’s smartphone PIN will be the same PIN entered to access the Omnipod 5 App.
  • Users must update their current time zone when traveling so the app delivers insulin and reports historical data correctly.
  • Users must log into the app on the provided controller before using the Omnipod 5 App on a smartphone.
  • Users must watch the Omnipod 5 training videos before accessing the system, including the app.

Use in Practice:
How Can I Use the Omnipod 5 App in My Practice?

This app is for people with diabetes using the Omnipod 5 AID System.


How Does the Omnipod 5 App Benefit My Patients?
The app allows users to increase, decrease or pause insulin delivery from their smartphone. Patients may use app data to guide their lifestyle decisions, including nutritional intake and activity level.
Professional Portal Availability:
Patients can share with clinicians after setting up an Omnipod 5 account. The app needs an internet connection to upload current data to the Glooko cloud. Glooko is a health platform that aggregates diabetes data.

The Omnipod 5 app is free to download in the Google Play Store. No license or subscription is needed.

Download the Omnipod 5 app.

  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • Pediatric

Compliance:
Read Omnipod 5 Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy for information on compliance and regulations.
Regulations:
Read Important Safety Information for information on Omnipod 5 regulations.

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