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Continuous Glucose Monitors: The Long and Winding Road To Acceptance, Coverage
Managed Care (Langhorne, Pa.)
|July 11, 2018
Summary
Standalone continuous glucose monitors are now FDA-approved, with coverage expanding. Nearly 3 million Americans are expected to benefit from this advancement in diabetes management technology.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Endocrinology
- Diabetes Technology
Background:
- Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) have evolved significantly.
- Reimbursement and regulatory hurdles previously limited widespread adoption.
- Standalone CGM devices offer new possibilities for patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the recent FDA approvals of standalone continuous glucose monitors.
- To highlight the anticipated impact of these devices on diabetes management.
- To discuss the implications of expanded insurance coverage for CGMs.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent FDA clearance data for standalone CGMs.
- Analysis of expert projections regarding device uptake.
- Examination of healthcare policy trends in CGM coverage.
Main Results:
- Four standalone continuous glucose monitoring devices have received FDA approval.
- Medicare and commercial health plans are increasingly covering these devices.
- An estimated 3 million Americans are projected to gain access to this technology.
Conclusions:
- The landscape of diabetes management is shifting with the availability of standalone CGMs.
- Increased accessibility is expected to improve glycemic control for a large patient population.
- Technological advancements and policy changes are converging to benefit individuals with diabetes.
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