[Diabetes-Talk] The Freestyle Libre System

Sat Oct 3 18:13:48 UTC 2020

I use a mail order supplier for my Dexcom products called United States medical which is located in Florida and their number is (305) 436-6033
When I set up my account with them they contacted the doctor and got all the information they needed to satisfy my original Medicare plan and bill under part B. They are extremely knowledgeable about what is covered and what is not so I’d give them a call and see what they know about the freestyle and if they can provide service in a location where you live. When I first went on the Dexcom G6 model I had understood that Medicare would no longer pay for test strips but I am able to get them from US medical anytime I call to request.
Patricia

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> On Oct 3, 2020, at 8:45 AM, Milton via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> 
> Let me chime in here.
> 
> When I inquired about going on a CGM with my Endocronologist she seemed to have knowledge that as long as you or your doctor specifies that you test your blood sugar levels at least 4-times a day and that you are covered under Medicare, the doctor is able to submit a prescription request to Dexcom and Dexcom will contact Medicare for approval. 
> 
> Now, Medicare takes quite a while to approve the request so one needs to be patient.
> 
> I currently have a small co-payment that I have to make to the supplier of my Dexcom G6 supplies but it is not that bad.
> 
> So, check with your doctor on options for payment and co-payment and once you find the right source you would be on your way.
> 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Melanie Torrance via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Saturday, October 3, 2020 9:05 AM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Melanie Torrance <melanietorrance at icloud.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] The Freestyle Libre System
> 
> I remember Dexcom had rigid criteria as well. I remember having to send in proof that you tested your void sugar at least 4 x per day.
> Melanie
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> Sent from Melanie's i phone
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>> On Oct 3, 2020, at 9:02 AM, Jeanette Kutash via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Not always. They have very strict qualifications and most people get 
>> disqualified.
>> 
>> Jeanette
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
>> Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Friday, October 02, 2020 11:47 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] The Freestyle Libre System
>> 
>> I thought Medicare covered Libre. I could be wrong, but I thought 
>> people here on the list have Libre covered by Medicare. But it might 
>> also be an advantage plan.
>> 
>> Bridgit
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
>> Danielle Ledet via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Friday, October 2, 2020 8:14 PM
>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Danielle Ledet <singingmywayin at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] The Freestyle Libre System
>> 
>> Hi guys, thanks for the warm welcome! I live in Louisiana. I love the 
>> Libre so far. I just wish it was covered by Medicaid and Medicare.
>> 
>>> On 9/30/20, gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk 
>>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>> wrote:
>>> Exactly. Also libre 2 will do alerts and alarms like dexcom. Also 
>>> there  is a freestyle libre 3 being worked on by abbot that will be a 
>>> full cgm like dexcom in future.i don't know when we in the USA will 
>>> se the libre 3 but its being worked on in Europe and then probably go 
>>> through proper channels.
>>> Remember Abbot is a European company .
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
>>> Debbie Wunder via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 4:46 PM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: debbiewunder at charter.net
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] The Freestyle Libre System
>>> 
>>> Hi , welcome to the group. Sorry for your diagnosis., but this list 
>>> is full of great people and great information.
>>> 
>>> I use the Libre, it is extremely easy to use. You will need to get 
>>> the Libre app on your smart phone. Your phone will be able to read to 
>>> you your numbers.
>>> 
>>> Good Luck!
>>> 
>>> Debbie [on
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>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
>>> Danielle Ledet via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 10:28 AM
>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: Danielle Ledet <singingmywayin at gmail.com>
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] The Freestyle Libre System
>>> 
>>> Hello Everyone,
>>> I am Danielle. I live in LA and am 46 and just recently got diagnosed.
>>> I live with my Guiding Eyes Ellie who is 2 years old. I told her I 
>>> needed a machine that talks and she prescribed the Freestyle Libre.
>>> Anybody use this system? How easy is it to change the censors every 2 
>>> weeks?
>>> And, most importantly, how do I get it to talk? And, lastly, what are 
>>> your experiences with it?
>>> Thanks for any help you can give.
>>> 
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