Newly Diagnosed and Confused
I am brand new to this group and I am also newly diagnosed with Type
2 diabetes. My Doctor has not put me on any medications yet - my
blood sugar seems to be under control now with changes in diet and
excercise. She has, though, told me to get a glucometer and to begin
daily monitoring of my blood sugar levels. I have many questions
about the logistics of this.
First, what glucometers are the best to get - there are so many out
there and I don’t know enough about how to compare them.
Second, What is the best place to get supplies? My local pharmacy?
A medical supply company? One of the ones on TV who delivers all of
your supplies and bills your insurance company?
Third, my Insurance company has been less than helpful about what and
how these things are covered. Are testing supplies covered like
prescriptions?
Finally, what are all of the things I need? Does the glucometer
pierce the skin for the blood sample? Or is a seperate needle (a
lancet?) needed?
If anyone has any experience, advice, insight about any of these
questions, I would REALLY appreciate it!
Thank You!
Jen