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If you don't like having stuff on your body but want glucose data at a glance, the Dexcom G6 comes factory-calibrated and requires no finger stick. Paired with the Afrezza inhaler, this is one of the more discreet combinations. 

Next Steps

Dexcom G6

Dexcom G6

Call Dexcom and ask them about your coverage. Talk to your Doctor to get a prescription.

Contact

1-888-738 3646

Mon-Fri 6:00am - 5:00pm PST and Sat 8:00am - 2:00pm

Dexcom Website

Afrezza

Afrezza

Call MannKind and ask them about your coverage. Talk to your Doctor to get a prescription.

Contact

1-844-323-7399

Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 8:00pm EST

Afrezza Website

Priorities

Comfort

  • Low profile/low maintenance sensor
  • Have to carry inhaler and cartridges

    • Active Lifestyle

  • Sensor Share feature allows someone else to keep an eye on your blood sugar from the sidelines

    • Avoiding Highs and Lows

  • Custom alerts can be set for highs, lows, and rapidly rising or falling glucose levels
  • Inhalers are less precise than injections

    • Easy to Use

  • Sensor integrated with multiple devices in case you change up what you're using
  • Inhalers are faster and easier to use than injections

    • Easy Insulin Dosing

  • Can use sensor trends for dose adjustment

    • Fewer Fingersticks

  • Factory-calibrated sensor: fingersticks needed for backup only

    • Privacy

  • Ability to check sugar on phone or watch
  • Alerts
  • Inhalers are hideable when not in use

    • Wisdom

    Hear what others who use this device combo have to say

    The Dexcom G6 comes factory-calibrated and requires no finger stick. I’ve been wearing the device for nine days and I am really impressed with it.

    I thought I wouldn’t like it having something on me 24/7. But I was wrong! Now I know at any time where my levels are just by looking at my phone!

    I don't worry about infusion site and cartridge changes. I don't worry about the slow onset of action with subQ insulins.

    Cost

    Dexcom G6

    Dexcom G6

    Sensors

    Transmitter

    Receiver (1 time purchase)

    Glucose Testing Cost Estimate

    Startup $80 to $239

    Monthly $35 to $105

    These prices vary by Insurance. Many insurers support the G6 Dexcom. It may be covered under durable medical goods or a pharmacy benefit.

    Afrezza

    Afrezza

    Inhaler & Cartridges (Monthly) 

    Insulin Dosing Cost Estimate

    Widely covered. Price range; 0-$99/month depending on insurance coverage. $35/month for medicare and commercial insurance plans. 

    Questions for your Doctor

    How can I get insurance approval for Afrezza?

    If you have health insurance: visit Beyond Type 1 for more information on how your provider can send a prescription to the pharmacy that Mannkind works closely with, UBC Pharmacy: 

    UBC Pharmacy LLC
    4700 N Hanley Rd Ste B
    Saint Louis, MO 63134
    NPI: 1962978858
    Fax: 866-750-9260
    Phone: 844-323-7399

    Anyone in the United States can use this pharmacy to fill an Afrezza prescription. 

    If you don't have health insurance: visit Beyond Type 1 for more information on Mannkind's patient assistance program. 

    For more information on cost: visit Mannkind - Paying for Your Afrezza.