DiabetesWise Device Finder Report

This is a personalized report of your diabetes device preferences. Feel free to share this with your family, friends or diabetes care provider. They may help support you on your journey to getting a new device!

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Scan this QR code with your smartphone's camera to see the full comparison report of your recommended device combo on DiabetesWise.org

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Next Steps Next Steps

You're going to do great on the devices you choose

1

Talk to your provider

Talk to your provider to get a prescription. Advocate for yourself with a list of reasons why you believe it is best for your lifestyle.

Visit https://diabeteswise.org/en/resources/getting-treatment/talk-with-your-doctor/ for more resources

2

Call the device companies

Talk to the device companies about the device you want and if your insurance will cover it. They can help with this.

3

Call your insurance

Many insurance companies require documentation of different qualifications before approving diabetes device coverage. every insurance company is different but some common qualifications include checking your blood sugar 4-6 times per day or having frequent low blood sugars. Understanding what qualifications are necessary for device coverage before starting the approval process can make things a lot easier.

Visit https://diabeteswise.org/en/resources/getting-treatment/qualify-for-insurance/ for more resources.

Your device combo recommendations

Based on your respones on DiabetesWise.org, these are the top device combinations for you.

Dexcom G6 & Medtronic Pump

Sensor & Pump

DexcomMedtronic 2

The Dexcom G6 sensor alerts you when you are high or low, and can be connected to your smart phone. The Medtronic pump is a sturdy and reliable device.

Freestyle Libre 14 day & Pen

Sensor & Injections

FreestylePen

If you don't like having stuff on your body but want glucose data at a glance, the Freestyle Libre is the smallest sensor option. Some pens have the ability to track insulin doses on a smartphone.

Priority:

Overall
Overall

Durable. Dependable.

Dexcom G6

1-888-738 3646

Medtronic 630G

1-888-350-5440

Freestyle Libre 14 Day

1-855-632 8658
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For Providers

Built for and by people living with diabetes, our goal is to help you find the right diabetes devices for your lifestyle. DiabetesWise is an initiative from Standford University School of Medicine and people living with diabetes. It is supported by The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley charitable trust.

This report is based on personal responses from the person with diabetes in conjunction with data collected on thousands of people with diabetes. It is intended to facilitate a shared decision about device options and choices. Thank you for considering.