: Organizations like Pump Avenue Foundation and Insulin For Life USA work to bridge this gap by vetting and redistributing donated, unexpired supplies to those in need. Legal and Regulatory Risks
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: In regions where insurance does not fully cover pump therapy, families may sell devices to recover costs or help others who cannot afford new models.
For many living with diabetes, the primary motivation for seeking a used pump is financial. New insulin pumps and their associated supplies are often prohibitively expensive without robust insurance, creating a "black market" or informal exchange.