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That's a bummer. I don't know what you should do, but I put my pump and all related accessories on my registry. You never know what people will buy. Nobody bought my pump (and then I was able to get it through insurance) but I did get fully stocked up in nursing pads and the lanisoh gel.
I put it all on the registry initially because of registry completion discounts. Most places give 10% off any remaining items you buy. I wanted to have that extra 10% off if I needed it.

I would definitely register for it. If that doesn't pan out, you could scope out used pumps and/or rent.

@PurplePeony: If you register for it and take advantage of the 6 month free insurance rental- leave it unopened until you know if bf'ing is right for you. That way you can return it for something you would use sans guilt if it doesn't work out.

We have enough mommy guilt over plenty of other things, don't let this one give you any- we can't know the future, if someone wants to generously gift you a pump, then take advantage of it! If all goes as planned, you will get so much use out of this piece of equipment, you can think of them fondly with each and every wonderful intimate pumping session

Also are you planning on having more kids? Since we were planning more, I went with the Hygeia knowing that 1) I could sell it if it didn't work out and 2) the expense would be dispersed among multiple kids if it did work (we paid out of pocket unfortunately since this was before the insurance updates, but it was worth every penny). I'm still going to check with my insurance about a new one for baby #2 so I have a backup.

@PurplePeony: It may be worth it to try back. Our policies sound similar (one manual or a rental). However, I called a different day and asked another advisor, and she said that while they'd cover a manual, if I had a need for a double electric (WOH, pumping more often, separated from baby for periods of time), they would process it as durable medical equipment and I only had to pay my 20%, they covered 80%. I didn't even need a script, I just had to get it through a qualified retailer that was in-network.

Be sure to take good notes, because when the DME provider calls through to process it, they may talk to someone that's not aware of the potential DME option. The DME provider called me back, I told her exactly what to say to insurance from my convo with the knowledgable agent, and boom, new Medela PISA for $50 out of pocket. Could be worth an extra call or two.

I love my hygeia enjoye! I got it through yummy mummy store and they did all the work. Good luck! Doesn't hurt to register for it though and I would definitely take insurance up on the rental!