[Diabetes-Talk] getting the Dexcom approved by Medicare

Sat Sep 22 05:48:46 UTC 2018

Mary,

Dexcom is a CGM that test glucose levels frequently, like every minute or something like that. You wear a sensor on your body for about a week with the G5 and 10 days with the G6. The sensor is what tests your blood sugars, and sends the info to a transmitor. The transmitor is not at all accessible, but, there's a app for smart devices that allows blind people to use it independently. The Dexcom alerts you when you go too high or too low, and shows you in real time what carbs do to your glucose levels. Medicare finally approved the G5, and I'm told that sometime next year, it will cover the G6. I'm in the process of getting one myself. The G6 sensors are easier to use, but, with some practice, the G5 sensors work just fine. With a CGM, you don't have to test as frequently. With the G5, it's a couple of times a day still, but, with the G6, it's only once a day or less, I believe.

Bridgit

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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] getting the Dexcom approved by Medicare

LOL Veronica, I wish you did run this world then we wouldn’t have to fight to get meters that sighted people can get easily. Can someone explain how the decks calm works? I am curious is it super accessible and does anyone have one that they use on a daily basis? It be nice if no finger pricks are involved.

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> On Sep 21, 2018, at 6:04 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> The all-important document is that letter of medical necessity that 
> comes from your doctor. This is one of those times when your doctor 
> going to bat for you can make a huge difference. I started on the 
> Dexcom long enough ago that I honestly don't remember a form on the 
> web site. If you want to talk to someone about exactly what to do, you 
> can call Dexcom at 877-339-2664. I think that's where I'd start. As I 
> think while I write, I'm guessing that they want to know your 
> insurance information so they can see if it would be covered. Once you get past that bit, then you go for the doctor forms.
> That's my best recall anyway. But frankly, I think a Dexcom or other 
> brand that may come out should be standard issue to anyone living with 
> diabetes, no questions asked. Too bad I don't run the world, eh?
> Veronica
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> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
> Behalf Of Doula Jarboe via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Friday, September 21, 2018 3:25 PM
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> Cc: Doula Jarboe
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] getting the Dexcom approved by Medicare
> 
> Hi Everyone,
> I had my appointment with my endo today, and he very readily approved 
> my having a CGM. Now I have to log my glucose testing for a month 
> testing 4 times a day. I've also been told there is a form on the 
> website that I'll need to fill out. So any tips tricks or 
> recommendations for getting this approved? I know this would be much 
> more beneficial for me, especially with working on weight loss I've 
> had a lot of low glucose readings. Thanks so much.
> Warmly,
> Doula
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