MiniMed Paradigm 522 and 722 Insulin Pumps have the same features and capabilities. The only difference between the two insulin pumps is the size reservoir each can hold. The MiniMed Paradigm 722 Insulin Pump can accommodate either a 3 ml reservoir (MMT-332A), which holds 300 units of insulin, or a 1.76 ml reservoir (MMT-326A), which holds 176 units of insulin. The MiniMed Paradigm 522 Insulin Pump can accommodate just the 1.76 ml reservoir.

MiniMed Paradigm 522 and 722 insulin pumps share the same primary features and capabilities. The primary difference between the two insulin pumps is the size reservoir each can hold. The MiniMed Paradigm 722 insulin pump can accommodate either a 3.0 ml reservoir, which holds 300 units of insulin, or a 1.76 ml reservoir, which holds 176 units of insulin. The MiniMed Paradigm 522 insulin pump can accommodate only the 1.76 ml reservoir.

We offer a wide variety of infusion sets for use with the MiniMed Paradigm Insulin Pump. Every MiniMed Paradigm infusion set can be used with a Serter™ auto-insertion device for reliable, fast, easy and virtually painless insertion.

Paradigm 515 and 715 pumps share the same primary features and capabilities. The primary difference between the two pumps is the size reservoir each can hold. The Paradigm 715 pump can accommodate either a 3.0 ml reservoir (MMT-332A), which holds 300 units of insulin, or a 1.76 ml reservoir (MMT-326A), which holds 176 units of insulin. The Paradigm 515 pump can accommodate only the 1.76 ml reservoir.

The MiniMed Paradigm 522 Insulin Pump is about the size of a cell phone. The MiniMed Paradigm 522 Insulin Pump measures just 2 x 3.0 x 0.8 inches. The 722 model is about one half-inch longer in length (0.6 inch longer) than the 522 Insulin Pump: Exact dimensions are 2.0 x 3.6 x 0.8 inches.

A MiniMed Paradigm 522 Insulin Pump with a full reservoir weighs just 100 grams. The MiniMed Paradigm 722 Insulin Pump with a full reservoir is just 108 grams.

Please note: Discuss this decision with your healthcare professional since it relates to your insulin use. We have designed the MiniMed Paradigm 722 Insulin Pump for patients who use more insulin or anticipate using more insulin - specifically, more than 50 units daily. The MiniMed Paradigm 722 Insulin Pump can hold up to 300 units of insulin; it can also use either of the two MiniMed Paradigm reservoirs -- the 1.76 ml (MMT-326A) or the 3.0 ml reservoir (MMT-332A).

The MiniMed Paradigm 522 reservoir has a maximum capacity of 176 units, which meets the needs of most people who use up to 50 units of insulin daily. The MiniMed Paradigm model 522 insulin pump offers the benefit of a small-sized insulin pump that people want with a reservoir size that most people need. The MiniMed Paradigm 722 insulin pump can hold up to 300 units of insulin; it can also use either of the two MiniMed Paradigm reservoirs -- the 1.76 ml or the 3.0 ml reservoir.

Yes, the remote control is supplied with your pump upon request, and it is compatible with both the MiniMed Paradigm model 522 and 722 insulin pumps.

It is important to understand that we do not test reservoirs and infusion sets from other manufacturers. As a result, we cannot, and do not, guarantee or warrant the performance of reservoirs and infusions sets not designed by us, and your warranty may not cover damage or malfunction caused by another reservoir or infusion set.

No, while the insulin pump is water resistant, which means that it is designed to survive only an accidental dunk or splash, you should disconnect temporarily from your MiniMed Paradigm Insulin Pump while bathing or if you plan to be active in or near water. Talk with your healthcare professional to establish a plan for diabetes management while you are disconnected if you plan to remove it regularly for swimming or other activity.

We offer a wide variety of infusion sets for use with the Paradigm insulin pump. Every Paradigm infusion set can be used with a Serter™ auto-insertion device for reliable, fast, easy and virtually painless insertion.

Most insurance companies are aware of the extraordinary findings of the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial (DCCT), and therefore understand the importance of achieving blood glucose control as close to the normal range as possible in order to prevent the onset and progression of diabetes complications. Because pumps are only prescribed in response to specific clinical issues (i.e.