There are many online
retailers that offer free diabetic testing supplies and
shipping is included! The supplies you can get include
glucose meters, test strips, insulin, insulin pumps and
many more. You will need to check with your Medicare insurance
or Blue Cross insurance to see if they provide for these
supplies and what you may be eligible for. If you have
a private insurance company, don't hesitate to ask them
as well. Many of these companies will provide free testing
supplies or at least help cover some of the cost. Even
if you do not use insulin, the savings could really add
up especially if you are currently paying out-of-pocket
for your supplies now.
How do you know if you qualify?
Each insurance carrier will have different guidelines to
determine what each individual may be eligible for but
in general, the coverage will include anyone with Type
1 or Type 2 diabetes that need blood testing to determine
what their blood glucose level is. They are often eligible
to receive the glucose meter, test strips, lancets, and
other diabetic supplies that are required on an ongoing
basis.
You can search online and find many sites that offer diabetic
supplies. To get the best deal, look for ones that offer
free shipping and will send the supplies to your home.
Look for one that also offers to send the supplies in regular
intervals so you don't need to worry about running out.
Some of the sites will also fill out your claim forms and
submit them to your insurance carrier for you. Remember,
the best sites will not charge you up-front fees and you
should not have to wait for reimbursements.
If you can't find an online retailer that provides these
basic benefits, move on... there are many more.
