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Reducing Coverage Confusion
A primer on Medicare coverage and diabetes supplies



Reducing Coverage ConfusionMany people with diabetes aren’t sure which Medicare card to use for meters, test strips and other supplies. Understanding your test strip coverage—and how to access the benefits you’re entitled to—could really save you money.

Determining coverage
In the United States, most insurance companies, and Medicare Part B, provide some coverage for diabetes supplies, including blood glucose meters and test strips.

Whether you have private health insurance through your employer, or participate in a government program (Medicare/Medicaid) that provides health care insurance coverage and reimbursement, coverage...

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Coping with Diabetes
Diabetes Complications
Major Types of Long-Term Diabetes Complications

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Activity and Diabetes
Activity and Weight Control When You Have Diabetes
How Physical Activity Affects Your Blood Glucose
 
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Blood Glucose
Common Diabetes Concerns
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)


 
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