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- 3 months ago
  
  Kim Murphy likes your comment at
  CGM sensors are only approved for specific areas of the body, but many people use other locations. If you use a CGM, do you have an area of your body where you feel you get the most accurate sensor readings? Select all that apply!
  I was told by a former nurse educator who worked for one of the major companies that the recommended spots exist because the companies only pay for FDA testing in a few spots to save money. There are other spots (besides what is recommended) that sometimes work just as well or better. She said there was a study done elsewhere that showed the back of the arm was more accurate. Since then, that is what I use. It seems that the sensor companies are now adding this to their "approved spots." Never admit to the company that you're not wearing in an approved area when calling, or they could deny you service.
- 3 months, 1 week ago
  
  Bret Itskowitch likes your comment at
  CGM sensors are only approved for specific areas of the body, but many people use other locations. If you use a CGM, do you have an area of your body where you feel you get the most accurate sensor readings? Select all that apply!
  I was told by a former nurse educator who worked for one of the major companies that the recommended spots exist because the companies only pay for FDA testing in a few spots to save money. There are other spots (besides what is recommended) that sometimes work just as well or better. She said there was a study done elsewhere that showed the back of the arm was more accurate. Since then, that is what I use. It seems that the sensor companies are now adding this to their "approved spots." Never admit to the company that you're not wearing in an approved area when calling, or they could deny you service.
- 3 months, 1 week ago
  
  Edward Geary likes your comment at
  CGM sensors are only approved for specific areas of the body, but many people use other locations. If you use a CGM, do you have an area of your body where you feel you get the most accurate sensor readings? Select all that apply!
  I was told by a former nurse educator who worked for one of the major companies that the recommended spots exist because the companies only pay for FDA testing in a few spots to save money. There are other spots (besides what is recommended) that sometimes work just as well or better. She said there was a study done elsewhere that showed the back of the arm was more accurate. Since then, that is what I use. It seems that the sensor companies are now adding this to their "approved spots." Never admit to the company that you're not wearing in an approved area when calling, or they could deny you service.
- 1 year, 3 months ago
  
  Andrea Hultman has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  From what I remember, getting the Medtronic devices I wanted and needed have always been easy on Medtronic's end. I've been a customer of theirs (and MiniMed's) for 26 years. Getting insurance approval has been the obstacle, but I never had to go with a different brand—for which I am thankful.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Wanacure has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  My Kaiser tech accurately described difference between Dexcom & Free Style Libre. I chose Dexcom for more accuracy. Kaiser & Byram and Medicare all work smoothly together. BUT Kaiser only offers Advantage plans so no Medigap coverage. Only Original Medicare can permit Medigap coverage. No Medicare Advantage plan offered by anybody can let you get Medigap. SHIBA alerted me to this deficiency.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Lawrence S. likes your comment at
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  Switched to Dexcom before I was allowed by insurance to switch pumps (from Medtronic). It was night and day. Doing something through insurance is never easy. I kept being reminded dexcom would not work with Medtronic by medical staff. I appreciated that- but the part they couldn’t understand from lack of excess was that Medtronic’s cgm was the pits.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  qachemist has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  I'm on my first one, obtained at first visit to endocrinologist (after referral from PCP who diagnosed). Didn't know enough to have a preference so went with endocrinologist recommendation. Now I know more and would likely not make that choice.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  RegMunro has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  The process of getting the CGM was simple. Getting it covered as part of my medical aid scheme was impossible. As long as I pay, I can use!
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Russell Buckbee has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  Very difficult as it was before Medicare approved CGMs. I had to purchase key first one by cash. Then Medicare was difficult. I had to get two tests to prove I wasn't producing any pancreatic insulin. Then my cost were incorrect and I had to appeal to an administrative law judge to get reimbursed. Now days it is easy. Medicare standard
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Ahh Life has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  Humans may not be the smartest creatures God ever created. But why did he place so many of the dumber ones in administrative areas?
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Sandra Rosborough has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  The problem is always communications with insurance and the CGM companies, not the doctor.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Carol Meares has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  I guess I will find out when it comes time to upgrade to the G7
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  cynthia jaworski has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  freestyle was easy toget
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Jane Cerullo has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  Started a new Medicare advantage insurance. I was on Dexcom but they only covered FSL. I switched. Was not too bad but did not like other restrictions with this insurance provider. Changed insurance and went back to Dexcom. Have never had any supply problems with either device.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Janis Senungetuk has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  At the time I applied for the Dexcom 5 it was the only CGM system approved by my insurance, so I didn't encounter any problems receiving it. The problems started immediately after that with Dexcom refusing to bill my insurance correctly and lack of adequate training in use of the system.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  betsy valian has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  I was given the G5,although the G6 Dexcom was available through other insurers. I have Medicare. They only give the older left over devices to Medicare patients; I suppose this will also be the same when the G7 is available. I did eventually get a G6, but it took over a year plus after they were released. I'm hoping the G7 will be easier. However, bottom line is, I'm just thankful I can get a CGM period!
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Marty has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  I had been using the Dexcom G6 system for months when I started on Medicare. Since Medicare was only covering the G5 at the time, I couldn't get replacement G6 supplies. Dexcom also refused to let me revert to the G5 system. I was trapped in a frustrating run around that lasted weeks. I was finally able to get G6 supplies by complaining directly to a Dexcom rep at a local diabetes conference. I think Dexcom learned a lesson about having enough supplies for everyone before they transition to a new system.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  MT has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  Same here. Paying cash for the 3 and checking weekly to see if it’s been added.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  MT likes your comment at
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  Switched to Dexcom before I was allowed by insurance to switch pumps (from Medtronic). It was night and day. Doing something through insurance is never easy. I kept being reminded dexcom would not work with Medtronic by medical staff. I appreciated that- but the part they couldn’t understand from lack of excess was that Medtronic’s cgm was the pits.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Tom Caesar has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  Get my D6 covered by Medicare through US Med, easy and painless. Medicare does require having a 10 day supply before reordering, supplier is on top of it and sends 90 day supply promptly with very little efforts on my part.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Annie Wall has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  When I first started with Dexcom, it hadn’t yet been approved by Medicare so I paid for it. Once it got Medicare approval, it was totally easy obtain it without hassle.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Katrina Mundinger likes your comment at
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  Switched to Dexcom before I was allowed by insurance to switch pumps (from Medtronic). It was night and day. Doing something through insurance is never easy. I kept being reminded dexcom would not work with Medtronic by medical staff. I appreciated that- but the part they couldn’t understand from lack of excess was that Medtronic’s cgm was the pits.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  KCR has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  When I originally got my Dexcom G5 several years ago, the process went pretty smoothly. The supplier worked with my provider when the G6 became available and I really didn’t have to do anything.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Daniel Bestvater has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  No problem! I pay cash so I just ordered it and paid.
- 1 year, 4 months ago
  
  Meghan Larson has commented in the same post you commented in :
  For those who have gone through the process of getting a CGM: Last time you started using a new CGM, how easy or difficult was it for you to get the brand and model you most wanted to use?
  It was easy for me- the CGM I wanted was the only one covered by my insurance at the time.
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