Getting a Drug Pump

Thousands of people worldwide use Medtronic drug pumps for pain control. After you recover, you may be ready to resume more of the activities you enjoy.

Is It Right for You?

If your current treatment isn't providing enough cancer pain relief, your doctor may recommend a screening test for a drug pump.
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Your Healthcare Team

Depending on your condition and hospital, a wide variety of medical professionals may be part of your pain treatment team.
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Insurance Coverage

Medtronic's drug pumps are covered by many insurance carriers.
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Surgery: What to Expect

The surgery to implant the system takes approximately 1 to 3 hours and may require a hospital stay.
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Questions and Answers

Get your questions answered about the drug pump screening test, surgery, and more.
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• Getting a Drug Pump
• Is It Right for You?
• Your Healthcare Team
• Insurance Coverage
• Surgery: What to Expect
• Questions and Answers

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