Blood sugar test strips
Medicare Coverage Information
Overview
Medicare provides coverage for blood sugar test strips for beneficiaries with diabetes who require regular blood glucose monitoring. Coverage is typically available through Part B and may include specific quantities based on individual medical needs.
- Covered for people diagnosed with diabetes
- Supplies must be deemed medically necessary
- Quantity of test strips depends on diabetes treatment
- Requires prescription from healthcare provider
- Available through durable medical equipment (DME) suppliers
- Medicare Part B beneficiaries
- Diagnosed with diabetes
- Patients using insulin
- Patients managing blood glucose levels
- 20% coinsurance after meeting Part B deductible
- Costs may vary if using Medicare-assigned suppliers
- Some Medicare Advantage plans might offer lower copayments
- Limited to specific quantity based on insulin usage
- Requires documentation of medical necessity
- Must be prescribed by a Medicare-enrolled physician
- Some advanced or specialty test strips may not be fully covered
- Consult with your healthcare provider about test strip needs
- Verify coverage with your specific Medicare plan
- Obtain a prescription for blood sugar test strips
- Use Medicare-approved durable medical equipment suppliers
Last updated: 6/15/2025
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