US6551276B1
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External infusion device with remote programming bolus estimator and/or vibration alarm capabilities
Assignee: Medtronic Minimed Inc
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Filing: 1999-12-17
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Granted: 2003-04-22
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Expires: 2019-12-17
Abstract
Abstract An infusion system for infusing a liquid into a body includes an external infusion device and a remote commander. The external infusion device includes a housing, a receiver, a processor and an indication device. The receiver is coupled to the housing and for receiving remotely generated commands. The processor is coupled to the housing and the receiver to receive remotely generated commands and to control the external infusion device in accordance with the commands. The indication device indicates when a command has been received and indicates when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device so that the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view when being remotely commanded. The remote commander includes a commander housing, a keypad for transmitting commands, and a transmitter for transmitting commands to the receiver of the external infusion device.
Inventors
- 👤 Alfred E. Mann
- 👤 James D. Causey, III
- 👤 Alan Haubach
- 👤 Luis J. Malave
- 👤 John Livingston
- 👤 Cliff Hague
- 👤 Chad Srisathapat
- 👤 Jay Yonemoto
- 👤 Deborah Ruppert
- 👤 Dennis P. Bishop
- 👤 Adrian Gut
- 👤 Bob Murtfeldt
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 12:10
CPC Classifications
G; G16; G16H; G16H40/00; G16H40/60; G16H40/67; A; A61; A61M; A61M5/00; A61M5/14; A61M5/142; A61M5/14244; A61M5/168; A61M5/172; A61M5/1723; A61M5/36; G16H20/00; G16H20/10; G16H20/17; A61M2005/1401; A61M2005/1402; A61M2005/1403; A61M2205/00; A61M2205/18; A61M2205/35; A61M2205/3546; A61M2205/3561; A61M2205/3576; A61M2205/3592; A61M2205/50; A61M2205/502; A61M2205/505; A61M2205/52; A61M2205/58; A61M2205/581; A61M2205/582; A61M2205/583; A61M2209/00; A61M2209/01; A61M2230/00; A61M2230/20; A61M2230/201; Y; Y02; Y02A; Y02A90/00; Y02A90/10; Y10; Y10S; Y10S128/00; Y10S128/903
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 95
Claim 1
Independent Claim
246 words
An infusion system for infusing a liquid from a reservoir containing the liquid into a body from a reservoir, the infusion system comprising: an external infusion device including: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; an infusion device receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the remotely generated commands; and an infusion device transmitter coupled to the housing for wirelessly communicating to a remote commander receiver, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual when being remotely commanded; and a remote commander including: a commander housing; an input device coupled to the commander housing for inputting commands; a commander transmitter coupled to the input device for wirelessly transmitting commands to the infusion device receiver; and a commander receiver for receiving communications from the infusion device transmitter.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
246 words
An infusion system for infusing a liquid from a reservoir containing the liquid into a body from a reservoir, the infusion system comprising: an external infusion device including: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; an infusion device receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the remotely generated commands; and an infusion device transmitter coupled to the housing for wirelessly communicating to a remote commander receiver, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual when being remotely commanded; and a remote commander including: a commander housing; an input device coupled to the commander housing for inputting commands; a commander transmitter coupled to the input device for wirelessly transmitting commands to the infusion device receiver; and a commander receiver for receiving communications from the infusion device transmitter.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
An infusion system according to claim 1 , wherein the commander receiver receives one or more communications from the infusion device transmitter indicating that one or more commands have been received by the infusion device receiver.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
An infusion system according to claim 2 , wherein the commander receiver further includes an indication device to indicate when a command has been received by the infusion device receiver.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 3 , wherein the indication device is an audio alarm.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 3 , wherein the indication device is a vibration alarm.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 3 , wherein the indication device is a display device.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
35 words
An infusion system according to claim 1 , wherein the commander receiver receives one or more communications from the infusion device transmitter indicating that one or more commands are being carried out by the processor.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
38 words
An infusion system according to claim 7 , wherein the commander receiver further includes an indication device to indicate when one or more of the one or more commands is being utilized to control the external infusion device.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 8 , wherein the indication device is an audio alarm.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 8 , wherein the indication device is a vibration alarm.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 8 , wherein the indication device is a display device.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
19 words
An infusion system according to claim 1 , wherein the commander receiver receives information from a glucose monitoring device.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
19 words
An infusion system according to claim 12 , wherein the commander receiver relays the information to another medical device.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
23 words
An infusion system according to claim 12 , wherein the commander receiver further includes an indication device to communicate information to a user.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 14 , wherein the indication device is an audio alarm.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 14 , wherein the indication device is a vibration alarm.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 14 , in the indication device is a display device.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
19 words
An infusion system according to claim 1 , wherein the commander receiver receives information from the external infusion device.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
19 words
An infusion system according to claim 18 , wherein the commander receiver relays the information to another medical device.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
23 words
An infusion system according to claim 18 , wherein the commander receiver further includes an indication device to communicate information to a user.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 20 , wherein the indication device is an audio alarm.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 20 , wherein the indication device is a vibration alarm.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
16 words
An infusion system according to claim 20 , wherein the indication device is a display device.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
21 words
An external infusion device according to claim 1 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn on a belt.
Claim 26
Dependent Claim
20 words
An external infusion device according to claim 1 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn under clothing.
Claim 27
Dependent Claim
25 words
An external infusion device according to claim 1 , wherein the housing is sized to allow for concealment under clothing in a generally unobtrusive manner.
Claim 28
Dependent Claim
21 words
An external infusion device according to claim 1 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn against the skin.
Claim 29
Dependent Claim
21 words
An external infusion device according to claim 1 , wherein the housing is further sized to be contained in the pocket.
Claim 30
Dependent Claim
21 words
An external infusion device according to claim 1 , wherein the housing is further sized to be held within the pocket.
Claim 31
Dependent Claim
218 words
An external infusion device for infusion of a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the external infusion device comprising: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving wireless and remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives wireless and remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the wireless and remotely generated commands; and an indication device, providing at least one of a visual indication, an audible indication or a tactile indication, to indicate when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual when being remotely commanded.
Claim 32
Dependent Claim
218 words
An external infusion device for infusion of a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the external infusion device comprising: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving wireless and remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives wireless and remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the wireless and remotely generated commands; and an indication device, providing at least one of a visual indication, an audible indication or a tactile indication, to indicate when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual when being remotely commanded.
Claim 33
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the external infusion device includes a memory for storing programs, and wherein the receiver is capable of receiving software updates and facilitating remote programming of external infusion device capabilities.
Claim 34
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the external infusion device includes a memory for storing a patient infusion history and pump activity.
Claim 35
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the remotely generated commands are capable of programming and activating an audio bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 36
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the remotely generated commands are capable of programming and activating a vibration bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 37
Dependent Claim
33 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the remotely generated commands are capable of programming and activating a temporary basal rate delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 38
Dependent Claim
29 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the remotely generated commands are capable of programming and suspending delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 39
Dependent Claim
32 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the remotely generated commands are capable of programming and activating an extended bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 40
Dependent Claim
33 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the remotely generated commands are capable of programming and activating a dual wave bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 41
Dependent Claim
32 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the remotely generated commands are capable of programming and activating a profiled bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 42
Dependent Claim
21 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn on a belt.
Claim 43
Dependent Claim
20 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn under clothing.
Claim 44
Dependent Claim
25 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the housing is sized to allow for concealment under clothing in a generally unobtrusive manner.
Claim 45
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn against the skin.
Claim 46
Dependent Claim
21 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the housing is further sized to be contained in the pocket.
Claim 47
Dependent Claim
21 words
An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn on a belt.
Claim 48
Dependent Claim
246 words
An infusion system for infusing a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the infusion system comprising: an external infusion device including: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the remotely generated commands; and an indication device, providing at least one of a visual indication, an audible indication or a tactile indication, to indicate when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed when being remotely commanded; and a remote commander including: a commander housing; a keypad coupled to the commander housing for inputting commands; and a transmitter coupled to the keypad for wirelessly transmitting commands to the receiver of the external infusion device.
Claim 49
Dependent Claim
246 words
An infusion system for infusing a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the infusion system comprising: an external infusion device including: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the remotely generated commands; and an indication device, providing at least one of a visual indication, an audible indication or a tactile indication, to indicate when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed when being remotely commanded; and a remote commander including: a commander housing; a keypad coupled to the commander housing for inputting commands; and a transmitter coupled to the keypad for wirelessly transmitting commands to the receiver of the external infusion device.
Claim 50
Dependent Claim
71 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the external infusion device further includes a device transmitter to verify receipt of commands from the remote commander, wherein the remote commander further includes a remote receiver to receive the verification from the device transmitter of the external infusion device, and wherein the remote commander further includes a remote indication device to indicate receipt of the verification from the external infusion device.
Claim 51
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is sized to fit on a key ring.
Claim 52
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander uses RF frequencies to transmit remote commands to the external infusion device.
Claim 53
Dependent Claim
24 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander uses IR frequencies to transmit remote commands to the external infusion device.
Claim 54
Dependent Claim
24 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander uses optical frequencies to transmit remote commands to the external infusion device.
Claim 55
Dependent Claim
24 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander uses ultrasonic frequencies to transmit remote commands to the external infusion device.
Claim 56
Dependent Claim
24 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander uses audio frequencies to transmit remote commands to the external infusion device.
Claim 57
Dependent Claim
24 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander uses magnetic effects to transmit remote commands to the external infusion device.
Claim 58
Dependent Claim
25 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is capable of providing remote commands at a distance greater than 1 inch.
Claim 59
Dependent Claim
66 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the processor of the external infusion device has a unique identification code, and wherein the remote commander includes the capability to read and learn the unique identification code of the external infusion device, and wherein the remote commander and the external infusion device use the unique identification code to substantially avoid interference with other external infusion devices.
Claim 60
Dependent Claim
64 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander has a unique identification code, and wherein the processor of the external infusion device includes the capability to read and learn the unique identification code of the remote commander, and wherein the remote commander and the external infusion device use the unique identification code to substantially avoid interference with other remote commanders.
Claim 61
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander includes a mode that permits physician controlled programming of specific capabilities of the external infusion device to the exclusion of the user.
Claim 62
Dependent Claim
35 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander may also include a link to a computer to allow computer programming to initiate or alter available capabilities of the external infusion device.
Claim 63
Dependent Claim
38 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the external infusion device includes a memory for storing programs, and wherein the receiver is capable of receiving software updates to facilitate remote programming of external infusion device capabilities.
Claim 64
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is capable of receiving data from another medical device and relaying the received data to the external infusion device.
Claim 65
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 61 , wherein the remote commander is capable of remotely commanding and controlling the other medical device.
Claim 66
Dependent Claim
30 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is capable of programming and activating an audio bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 67
Dependent Claim
30 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is capable of programming and activating a vibration bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 68
Dependent Claim
31 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is capable of programming and activating a temporary basal rate delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 69
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is capable of programming and suspending delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 70
Dependent Claim
30 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is capable of programming and activating an extended bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 71
Dependent Claim
30 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is capable of programming and activating a profiled bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 72
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is capable of programming and activating a dual wave bolus delivery of the liquid by the external infusion device.
Claim 73
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the indication device produces an audible indication.
Claim 74
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 30 , wherein the indication device produces a vibratory indication.
Claim 75
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is portable.
Claim 76
Dependent Claim
60 words
An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander is one or more remote commanders and each of the one or more remote commanders includes: a commander housing; a keypad coupled to the commander housing for inputting commands; and a transmitter coupled to the keypad for wirelessly transmitting commands to the receiver of the external infusion device.
Claim 77
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 73 , wherein the one or more remote commanders each have a unique identification code, and wherein the processor of the external infusion device includes the capability to store the unique identification codes of the one or more remote commanders, and wherein the one or more remote commanders and the external infusion device use the unique identification codes to substantially avoid interference with other remote commanders.
Claim 78
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the external infusion device is programmable to store one or more identification codes, wherein each remote commander transmits an identification code, and wherein the external infusion device only responds to commands sent from a remote commander that transmits an identification code that has been programmed into the external infusion device.
Claim 79
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the remote commander establishes non-line of sight communication with the external infusion device.
Claim 80
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 46 , wherein the receiver includes a standby mode, and wherein while the receiver is in the standby mode the receiver does not receive.
Claim 81
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system according to claim 77 , wherein the receiver periodically becomes active to see if the transmitter is transmitting.
Claim 82
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 46 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn on a belt.
Claim 83
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 46 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn under clothing.
Claim 84
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 46 , wherein the housing is sized to allow for concealment under clothing in a generally unobtrusive manner.
Claim 85
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device according to claim 46 , wherein the housing is further adapted to be worn against the skin.
Claim 86
Dependent Claim
21 words
An external infusion device according to claim 46 , wherein the housing is further sized to be contained in the pocket.
Claim 87
Dependent Claim
21 words
An external infusion device according to claim 46 , wherein the housing is further sized to be held within the pocket.
Claim 88
Dependent Claim
192 words
An external infusion device for infusion of a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the external infusion device comprising: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing for receiving wirelessly and remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver to receive wirelessly and remotely generated commands and to control the external infusion device in accordance with the commands; and an indication device to indicate, independent of an RF transmission, when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device such that the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual when being remotely commanded.
Claim 89
Dependent Claim
192 words
An external infusion device for infusion of a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the external infusion device comprising: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing for receiving wirelessly and remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver to receive wirelessly and remotely generated commands and to control the external infusion device in accordance with the commands; and an indication device to indicate, independent of an RF transmission, when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device such that the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual when being remotely commanded.
Claim 90
Dependent Claim
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An external infusion device for infusion of a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the external infusion device comprising: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving wireless and remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives wireless and remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the wireless and remotely generated commands; and an indication device, providing at least one of a visual indication, an audible indication or a tactile indication, to indicate when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual.
Claim 91
Dependent Claim
214 words
An external infusion device for infusion of a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the external infusion device comprising: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving wireless and remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives wireless and remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the wireless and remotely generated commands; and an indication device, providing at least one of a visual indication, an audible indication or a tactile indication, to indicate when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual.
Claim 92
Dependent Claim
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An infusion system for infusing a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the infusion system comprising: an external infusion device including: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the remotely generated commands; and an indication device, providing at least one of a visual indication, an audible indication or a tactile indication, to indicate when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed on an individual; and a remote commander including: a commander housing; a keypad coupled to the commander housing for inputting commands; and a transmitter coupled to the keypad for wirelessly transmitting commands to the receiver of the external infusion device.
Claim 93
Dependent Claim
245 words
An infusion system for infusing a liquid into a body from a reservoir, the infusion system comprising: an external infusion device including: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; a receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the remotely generated commands; and an indication device, providing at least one of a visual indication, an audible indication or a tactile indication, to indicate when a command has been received and indicate when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed on an individual; and a remote commander including: a commander housing; a keypad coupled to the commander housing for inputting commands; and a transmitter coupled to the keypad for wirelessly transmitting commands to the receiver of the external infusion device.
Claim 94
Dependent Claim
242 words
An infusion system for infusing a liquid from a reservoir containing the liquid into a body from a reservoir, the infusion system comprising: an external infusion device including: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; an infusion device receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the remotely generated commands; and an infusion device transmitter coupled to the housing for wirelessly communicating to a remote commander receiver, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual; and a remote commander including: a commander housing; an input device coupled to the commander housing for inputting commands; a commander transmitter coupled to the input device for wirelessly transmitting commands to the infusion device receiver; and a commander receiver for receiving communications from the infusion device transmitter.
Claim 95
Dependent Claim
242 words
An infusion system for infusing a liquid from a reservoir containing the liquid into a body from a reservoir, the infusion system comprising: an external infusion device including: a drive mechanism to operatively couple with a reservoir to infuse a liquid into a body; a housing adapted for use on an exterior of the body, wherein the housing is sized to contain at least a portion of a reservoir, wherein the drive mechanism is contained within the housing, wherein the drive mechanism operatively couples with the at least a portion of a reservoir within the housing, and wherein the housing is sized to fit in a clothing pocket; an infusion device receiver coupled to the housing, and wherein the receiver is for receiving remotely generated commands; a processor coupled to the housing and the receiver, and wherein the processor receives remotely generated commands from the receiver, and wherein the processor controls the external infusion device in accordance with the remotely generated commands; and an infusion device transmitter coupled to the housing for wirelessly communicating to a remote commander receiver, wherein the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view on an individual; and a remote commander including: a commander housing; an input device coupled to the commander housing for inputting commands; a commander transmitter coupled to the input device for wirelessly transmitting commands to the infusion device receiver; and a commander receiver for receiving communications from the infusion device transmitter.
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| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 2006-04-21 | 2006-10-21 | 2007-04-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2010-04-21 | 2010-10-21 | 2011-04-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2014-04-21 | 2014-10-21 | 2015-04-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |