Navigate Medicare Drug and Durable Medical Equipment Coverage for Diabetes

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In today's episode, what does Medicare cover for beneficiaries with diabetes? We break down treatments, supplies, and services and how they're covered by the different parts of Medicare so you can help your clients know what to expect.

Navigate Medicare Drug and Durable Medical Equipment Coverage for Diabetes, written by Isabel Vitale.

You can expect one-third of your clients to live with diabetes.

Are you helping them get coverage for what they need every day? According to the American Diabetes Association, with almost 29% of Americans over age 65 struggling with diabetes, it's likely that you already have clients asking you about coverage for blood sugar medications and supplies.

How Medicare covers the cost of diabetes treatment can be confusing given that different Medicare parts cover different aspects and that doctors prescribe a variety of management options.

Another stat to consider, the American Diabetes Association also reports that the average person with diabetes could easily spend around $7,900 annually treating the disease, even if they have health insurance.

Therefore, it's imperative for you to help your clients with diabetes navigate coverage effectively.

That starts by knowing the basics of Medicare's diabetes coverage.

With either the combination of original Medicare, a Medicare supplement, and a Part D prescription drug plan, or an individual Medicare Advantage prescription drug plan, your clients should receive the comprehensive coverage they need for their diabetes.

Know what you can expect your clients to need and how much Medicare Parts B, C, and D will cover.