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How many times in the past 12 months did you have your A1c measured by a healthcare provider?
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Seems like every other time now that they can get it from a from a finger test.
I normally have my A1C measured every after 3 months
I got 4 A1c tests from my endo, 2 from my family doctor, and 2 from my nephrologist.
My A1c was checked twice but should’ve been 3 times in the last year. While at my last visit they wouldn’t check A1c bc I preferred washing my hands with soap and water Vs. Using an alcohol swab. I’ve been washing my hand with warm water and soap for this exact test for years and suddenly a change. The interesting thing is 2 different Nurse Practitioners told me that the Clarity App was more accurate in their opinion and that was the result they’re going to use instead. We will see how my next appointment goes.
Before each Endo visit, every three months. (4 times).
Every three months at each endocrinologist visit.
We are using TIR and other metrics in it’s place as they are more accurate as to my overall management.
Have all my blood work done beforehand so don’t need to test at office visit.
Every 3 months
The past couple years, 3 times. But I upload my pump/Dexcom every month so the Endo practice has a far better idea of how I am managing. We use TIR by and large. They still want the A1C/lab draw. But nothing changes, sometimes I get snarky and think that’s so they can boss me around.
3. However, the ads on TV are overhyping it. I know advertising is the art of fibbing responsibly, while TIR and other measures are assuming more prominence.
My primary care doctor orders it once a year. My endo is more interested in my CGM data, which is reviewed every 3 months.
I answered “1” as I’m assuming you mean via blood in office. We download data every other week to Endo, and, also, via Nightscout we can check A1c at anytime.
Not what you asked, but TIR is much more important to us in managing our son’s diabetes.
3-4 times. Every time I visit my endocrinologist he has it done.
I don’t remember actually. I don’t pay attention to my A1C number.
I’ve convinced my Endo only need every 4 Months not every 3 because I manage my diabetes well.
See my Endo every three months. Does A1c every visit
Honestly, I’d like to have it done more often but I have to go to an external lab prior to the appointment with my primary care because they aren’t using a quick in-clinic A1c machine. It’s tedious! And my endo is a virtual appointment so that would also require an appointment with a walk-in lab. Annoying. I wish it was easier but I don’t want to leave these two doctors.
On Medicare it’s generally every 3 mos but since my A1c has been 5.4 to 5.6 she’s getting by with every 4 mos. and I’m Happy!!