240 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<157ECE7A6721E389979077BAB13E4242><0A109B1EFB56A74C845A2C2D170EDB40>]/Index[220 35]/Info 219 0 R/Length 102/Prev 260525/Root 221 0 R/Size 255/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream At this point I am assuming that the 10-5 expiration date will be good for November but not for February. This is why they are marketing it in batches of six, and why they forbid you to sell it or give it to anyone else. The self-test is indicated for children as young as 2 years old when samples are collected by an adult, and for all people 15 and older. I am not sure if there are any currently manufactured tests even available. Health (4 days ago) WebBinaxNOW Lot number BinaxNOW COVID-19 Test Lot Expiry Lookup To begin, enter your email address to receive a verification code. Did Emed require you to pay the return postage? UR`KZET?ImbH=DIMJ`GkeP&UH"S@? But I will do my part to stand up to Emed and I will sue them for a consumer protection action as they are engaging in deceptive behavior. %PDF-1.5 In this case, the original expiration date was Oct. 3, 2021 -- the date next to the hourglass icon, the symbol of the expiration date. Tried to put the 6 drops into the upper window and found the bottle was completely dry. That's just not true. %%EOF Please review the letter issued by the FDA here for more information:https://eMed.com/FDA. BE AWARE if you buy a number of them that you will get tests expiring in January or February-and the website and your test won't make that clear. Word came back to me that I would be offered a refund but they could not send me a test with a longer expiration date. No appointments at all. It is available over the counter and does not require a prescription. The date based on the letter was obviously not accurate as why would Abbott write me and tell me the date is January 5, 2022 and not February 8,2022? As the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services puts it, "This . People are buying them for cruises several months out and then freaking out because they will probably expire before then, even with the extended expiration date. Abbott and the test distributers instead readily supplied lists showing the old dates and new extended dates. The tests are available on our ARCHITECT and Alinity i systems. By Linked here for member reference is the list of Abbott BinaxNOW rapid test expiration dates by LOT number from the Abbott website. I will say I saw data on the Emed site that is now longer there showing that not all tests were extended for 12 months. The test kits originally had a shelf life of about 9 months, but the FDA extended that to 12 months based on data showing longer shelf-life stability. Telehealth person saw my panicking and then caught on that I tried to switch to my brothers bottle and invalidated the test. Abbott has informed users that further testing has authorized use of some tests up to nine months, three months beyond the original expiration dates. Started June 21, 2021, By I ordered 6 testsfrom eMed yesterday. Since I have a cruise in March as a single what "other company" are you referencing? If you would like to become a member: FDA approved a twelve month shelf life . This allows from the standard inventory control procedure where the oldest product is shipped first, but still within the expiration date when used as intended. The LOT number is plainly identified by the word "LOT" -- see the lavender arrow. Tirtles06, Somehow your post makes it look lookI was the one making the erroneous statements and spreading misinformation. nbQF%~ghPug}(LmEi\3+4y N5Snu507a`G$k7EX!c~ d:3~#f\=}e{"X95W^Qq4zrkNZ :#Lg&2v&v\.^*h- That number only appears on the list with letters after it. For that, one needs to consult one of the Abbott letters that can be found on line) (do a Google search for your Lot number, e.g. That is alot if you are one person, and still a fair bit if you are two people. The other is Optum. Please refer to this letter: There is a nationwide short supply of Covid Antigen tests therefore your test kit may expire as soon as December 21, 2021. The Refund policy on the eMed web site says that: "We are unable to provide a refund or a replacement kit due to expiration. hb```MB ea sg`Nax`w sjpMGGGHQ>[&z:@3:pXF@Ze"aL>BW8Lpp(uU QSYfp0S\EBH30I#E Q8@ oG Tuttles, Lot number is above in original post: 14353. I get that. It's a great idea, and is cleverly marketed. I think it is potentially deceptive, and any contractual claims can be barred as claims of adhesion. I did a fair bit of research when I drafted my consumer protection claim letter (that won't be filed as my claim is now void.) I will buy more for our February cruise when I know they have new expiration dates. Do you have a lower expiration date? The kits will still be good for your 12/1/21 cruise. At HeartWell Med, We are a national distributor andhave a full line of medical products to fulfill the needsof for consumers, hospitals, clinics, doctors, laboratories, surgical centers and healthcare facilities. You shouldn't have to read every single bit of information and fine print before buying a product. Perform simple test procedure using a minimally invasive nasal swab. But they are listed in places where most people don't click. %%EOF It's not the number linked to an expiration date. Membership is available at no charge! They list that the product expires in 12 months (although when they wrote to me, they told me my kits expire in 11 months, so I am not actually sure when it expires. As they don't have any documentation on the website about the expiration of the 195-100 tests . if your extra tests arent already registered to you and can be used by anyone, I am going to need 3 for a cruise in early December. You are better off trying to get a free test from Quest for your HAL cruise. 2 0 obj HeartWell Medical Supplies | 877-249-0230 | CS@HeartWellMed.com. What document are you looking at that has Lot number preceded by letters? It is definitely frustrating that the test kits shipping now have only a few months left before they expire. I ordered two - 2 packs of the test for $139.99. Abbott Binax NOW kits Home Test vs Self Test. BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card Home Test from Abbott Diagnostics Scarborough Users should note, however, that when the product barcode is scanned, it will display the original expiration date. How it Works: They'rea bit more expensive than the regular Binax tests, but at least they won't expire and go to waste, and the regular Binax tests are getting harder to find at the drug stores anyhow. Enter the lot number exactly as shown in the field below and press https://modernacovid19global.com/en-US/vial-lookup?slug=vial-lookup, https://www.health-improve.org/ihealth-lot-number-lookup/, Health (8 days ago) WebPlease click here for details or look up new expiration dates by lot numbers. Here's the FDA's letter, which is on the eMed web site: I see you are in Riverside. As they don't have any documentation on the website about the expiration of the 195-100 tests, or that the tests they are selling you don't expire in a year, I am not sure if this holds up legally. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized an expiry extension for BinaxNOW tests for three months from the current expiration date listed on the external box. No need tore-hash that again). BinaxNOW Lot number - Abbott Laboratories. If it is close to expiring, the price goes way down. Sorry for what might be a stupid question, but how do you set an appointment? We accept MasterCard, Visa, AMEX &Purchase Orders. At least with the other company you are only buying two tests. The attachment lists the lot number, currently labeled kit expiry and new kit expiry date. Certainly these kits do in CT and MA. Yes, they work now, but will not in the future. A listing of BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card lots, part number 195-000, which qualify for this expiry extension, can be found in Attachment 1. endstream endobj startxref Finally: a fast, proven and trusted COVID-19 test that is readily available to the public. Started June 21, 2021, By sambamama, September 20, 2021 in Holland America Line. If it expires, they take it off the market. You need to look up your reference number and hope it matches to something. %PDF-1.6 % Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Some people are purchasing tests that are not monitored, and thus not able to be certified for boarding ships orentering the US or other countries. Turtles6, you are correct that Emed does list those policies on their website. Abbott Diagnostics Scarborough, Inc.: BinaxNOW COVID -19 Ag Card Home Test . So yup, not happy about the expiration dates. 12-month to 15-month self-life extension granted by the FDA January 11, 2023 . Thanks, Sprinkles. At least we have it, too stressed out about it all. The test kits originally had a shelf life of about 9 months, but the FDA extended that to 12 months based on data showing longer shelf-life stability. It is Abbott's catalogue/reference number. Price was ~$70 for 2. There are batches of these tests-that number will be on there as well-195-000, 195-100, 195-200. Thanks! What number did you finally use to get through to them? You can see 195-100 in two places (circled in yellow and at the red arrow): it's the Reference number. Please check the attached lot number list from . It is Abbott's catalogue/reference number. The one I looked at only has numbers. Your ticket number is (203198). Powered by Invision Community. 518.867.8384 fax, Assisted Living and Adult Care Facilities. No, your test won't be valid. You may just casually read the site and see the kits are good for a year, and figure you can use them for other trips, so you don't mind the cost. hbbd```b``) i;d3 BJ``.&s@q?J)l h. I hope this additional information is helpful. If you think Id be able to use your extra ones, Im willing to buy them from you so you dont end up with expired tests. All BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card Kits currently have a twenty-two-month expiry date. endstream endobj startxref But you aren't an average consumer. % But thanks for the offer, Im not heartbroken, we live in an extremely rural area, this is the best option for us. It's not the number linked to an expiration date. Current test kit expiration dates may be as early as December 2021. Since your cruise is in December, you are probably good. Each test order is contingent on the demand for tests and the availability of test supplies. Perhaps it helps to understand why, even though, as consumers, it's quite frustrating. The device housing has a 2D barcode for use with NAVICA. The expiration dates have been extended up to 12 months. And I apologize for referring to the number as a lot number and not as a reference number. 53 0 obj <> endobj I have no issue with them selling a good product. BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test (2 Tests): A simple solution for COVID-19 infection detection, with rapid results in the convenience of your home. THAT DATE IS NOT 12 MONTHS LATER! The LOT number is plainly identified by the word "LOT" -- see the lavender arrow. The top date is the original expiration date, the later date the new expiration date. The attachment lists the lot number, currently labeled kit expiry and new kit expiry date. Since the launch of the BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card, Abbott has continued testing for product stability to extend the expiration date and have shared these results with the FDA. You might have to slide the "Do Not Open" sleeve to see the label. Beverly , yes my number also does not appear. -kX@9x$-Q;TGNF Zr`G ,4+ D"QIq.J4w'|6ZtGZz~h-Y4U2m @TMV; p+XiGM-1..BBkSq (Also known as BinaxNOW professional rapid antigen tests). )~&_N hC?g~r@^c"jr 2r0NxTaXh`0 #Aj~]!.5:pAY#A1Fe-{Jzs &i0q Please review the letter issued by the FDA here for more information:https://eMed.com/FDA. It should be 195-000 or 195-100 or something similar. LeadingAge NY will keep members informed of any updates we receive on this important topic. Hiding expiration dates under conditions where the company says they won't return a product instead of clearly posting it on the website is a deceptive act. I posted this after waiting 45 minutes to talk to an Emed rep who was rude and snarky to me, so I was pretty hot under the collar when I wrote the first post. Started August 27, 2021, By This test combined with eMed telehealth services, and eMed lab's result, meets conditions of proof of negative COVID-19 test by the CDC. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Unfortunately, months later, the Delta variant cause the surge in cases in which we are now caught up, and Abbott has had to ramp up operations. Mine expires 1/5/22. I went to do mine. CC Help Jenn Sorry Cruisnmama, cant be done. You can also use the tests in an unsupervised mannerbefore they expire, justfor your own needs. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By These lots were originally dated with an expiry of 6 or 9 months. Abbott BinaxNOW COVID19 At Home Antigen Self Test - Register Professional or Commercial Account, Know your result now, without a need to wait for results from your healthcare provide, Perform simple test procedure using a minimally invasive nasal swab. 3 0 obj But they won't wait to purchase them in case they can't get them at all, which only adds to the expected shortage. I am not sure if there are any currently manufactured tests even available. In addition, my lot # on the two tests is 143543. Do you have a reference date? So, yes, that is deceptive marketing. 0 Lot Number, https://www.fda.gov/media/164551/download, Health (6 days ago) WebLink to search by Lot No. I haven't looked at the Emed site to see if it clearly states the expiration date issue since i bought my tests. TheAntigen Self Test, sold by CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart is less expensive, since it does not include the services of a monitorfor verification. That is why the kits are shipped in a timely fashion and why buyers of the kits are warned to make sure that someone is available to receive the shipment. But selling six packs that you promote with a shelf life of 12 months, and sell through the internet without letting them know when they expire, with a no refund policy can't be considered anything but a scam in anyone's book. To my knowledge (I am not positive about this), they are not making new ones, or if so, they aren't selling those ones. When Abbott's tests came close to expiring, they had the FDA review the expiration date. Happy to help a fellow cruiser. I got an appointment today a a walk-in medi center were you pay 150 bucks for a quick PCR test and I am good to go. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Feel free to contact us on the phone, email or even live chat! The other option is six of the Home Tests from eMed.com for $165 + shipping. I haven't looked at the Emed site to see if it clearly states the expiration date issue since i bought my tests. I myself wrote to the NY Times today and the Elliott consumer protection website earlier. Our staff will review your request and get back to you soon.". But I do have an issue with them implying these kits last for 12 months and selling them in lots of six and then sending you ones that may expire before your travel date. Health (Just Now) WebContact iHealth customer service for technical support, pre-sales inquiries, to check order status, or to change or cancel your order before it ships. Again, you are misinterpreting my words. The attachment lists the lot number, currently labeled kit expiry and new kit expiry . If I ran a company that made kits, and the bottom fell out of the market, I myself would apply to see if the the expiration date could be extended. CVS and Walgreens are not offering rapid tests everywhere and Walgreens is keeping the rapid tests for those with symptoms. Those sheets were removed and the only thing left now is just theletter saying the tests are good for twelve months. The letter and a list of lots that qualify for the extension can be found here. In order to take advantage of these discounts you must be a medical, veterinary or dental facility, LTC, homecare, hospital, laboratory or physical therapy facility, and a member of the Provista / NuEdge GPO. Abbott recently received an extension from the U.S. FDA for BinaxNOW Self Tests from 15-month expiration dates to 22-months. On 9/21/2021 at 11:05 AM, cruisin'mama said: 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. I would highly recommend anyone who order these test to get at least 2 backup one. It is to reassure yourself, but I do not believe the self-test will be accepted by cruise lines orItaly or the US for entry. When you buy the six pack you can only put in three traveler names. . Posted on 01/18/2022. The number 195-100is not a lot number. hioF~LQ e; *$Q6}(-*W!2. 1650 King Street, Suite 602Alexandria, VA 22314(703) 894-1805. I urge everyone to file consumer protection lawsuits as Emed is trying to rip people off. In the meantime, it is clearly shipping the kits it still has on hand. As to whether Emed is still selling those referenced tests, I can't say. Powered by Invision Community. sambamama, September 20, 2021 in Holland America Line. Also DGD because she had a cold and wanted to be sure it was nothing more than that. <> The top date is the original expiration date, the later date the new expiration date. discover Ihealth Lot Number Lookup. Will work for November cruise but not for my feb. At least I will have extras just in case (sorry Defiant). So this means some expire in 12 months, and some expire in less than 12 months. with thisprinted expiration date (Year-Month-Day) Nowhave extended expiration date (Year-Month-Day) 155772, 160046, 160046A, 160046B, , https://www.fda.gov/media/158003/download, Health (1 days ago) WebThe company iHealth says it plans to continue to apply for shelf-life extensions every three months based on their studies. The FDA granted an additional 3-month shelf life to the printed expiration date on the BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card Home Test kits. At least with the other company you are only buying two tests. I'm not holding by breath on getting a call-back. One, shipping is a problem now. I have the 6 pack and can give you 3 of mine, no charge. If you are selling them in a quantity of six, you wouldn't be using them all right away. The Abbott test I just bought from Optum (2 Pk for $69) clearly address the expiration date: It is definitely frustrating that the test kits shipping now have only a few months left before they expire. I am very, very sorry. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions, C858B0A9-6769-424D-B129-59363EDAC023.jpeg, B5073042-BF8A-4EEC-BD19-0938D8732763.jpeg. (The earliest original expiration dates in theletters that Abbott then sent to customers in May to notify them of the extended expiration dates were not until September 2021. You can find the lot number for, https://www.cnet.com/health/have-your-covid-tests-expired-heres-how-to-find-out/, Health (7 days ago) WebTo find the expiration for any Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine, locate the lot number printed on the carton and vial. AlthoughI believe and I can get tested locally within the time frame (if it's still 48 hours), I'm thinking of purchasing these. . You just log in when ready to test. Initially we thought we would participate in the testing at the airport, but that was when the testing requirement was 3 days prior and would have been upon our arrival at FLL. The tests I bought list an original expiration date of 10/8/21 (my cruise sails 10/23) and the new date is 2/8/22. Abbott has informed users that further testing has authorized use of some tests up to nine months, three months beyond the original expiration dates. You don't know if your package will come in 3 days or 2 weeks. In the refund policy, it states that some of the test kits expire as early as December. FDA publishes the , https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-approvals-and-databases/national-drug-code-directory. These lots were originally dated with an expiry of 9 months. Our cruise begins December 1, 2021. The number 195-100is not a lot number. No, the packages were not recalled and relabeled with the new expiration dates. Emed designed these products to be used for travel. The test was always intended to be purchased and used immediately (think home pregnancy test kit) and was never intended to be bought and hoarded for some distant date of use.