Hey everyone. I'm excited to announce that my new endo has begun the process of getting me a CGM. I filled out the initial paperwork and my doc faxed it out to the local Dexcom rep. My question is, in general, how long is this going to take? I know each circumstance is a bit different but I am just wondering if I am going to be strung along for awhile, or if I might have a CGM very soon.
I was told the rep has to contact my insurance before she contacts me. And that is all I've been told so far.
I got my Dexcom 15 days ago and that is just about how long it took from the day I called the local Dexcom rep to the day I was in my Endo's office picking up my Dexcom and a months worth of supplies. It might have been 16 days total, I can't remember for sure which day I made the phone call.
Luckily the CDE (Nurse) that I see in my Endocrinologists office had a time slot open up the day after my device arrived. Hopefully you will be just as lucky.
Well, it's been eleven days since we faxed off the paperwork. I have the reps contact info, I guess I'll give her a call on Monday and make the inquiry. I'm just feeling impatient and excited. I know a CGM will help a ton and I want to get on with better control of my BG.
It took me about 3 weeks, the Dexcom rep was great getting everything I needed in order. I ended up submitting printouts from my meter that showed BG excursions including quite a few lows which I don’t feel and it was ok’d quickley after the insurance company got those. You will learn a lot, it’s a wonderful tool!
Also, forgot to add. I know the new receiver is coming out in March. Dexcom is offering the Dexcom Share cradle for free (regularly is $199). Got mine in the mail in 3 days. I am able to share my BG with my wife while I'm traveling on the road. Remember, it only shares on the cradle. Good luck to you.
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