MM1
July 23, 2020, 8:37pm
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George49:
I don’t think the average pharmacy (Walgreens, CVS etc) can handle CGM’s but if you can find a local pharmacy that does Durable Medical Eqp, you might be able to get your supplies through them the way I’m doing.
Dexcom can be covered as dme or pharmacy, depending on your insurance. And some pharmacy (walgreens is only one I know), can bill as dme (and patient cost could be lower as pharmacy).
I just posted about this here.
This year my insurance switched their PBM, and I learned new PBM (ExpressScripts) covers dexcom as pharmacy benefit. Service is better/more convenient, AND lower cost. I conveniently get my order in one day from Costco.
Following link is for dexcom site where you can check if your insurance covers as pharmacy.
In first portion, enter your zip code:
Find out which plans in your area include Dexcom G6.*
Search by ZIP code or NPI number.
The results will indicate pharmacy or medical (DME).
