Diabetic Supplies Online

Once you have received the required prescription for Medicare-covered diabetes supplies from your physician, you must take it to a Medicare-enrolled pharmacy or supplier. The pharmacy or supplier must submit claims for supplies on your behalf.

Remember ... you cannot submit a claim for blood glucose monitor test strips yourself.

Two important questions to ask your pharmacy or supplier before you submit your prescription are:

1. Are you enrolled in Medicare?

2. Do you accept assignment?

If the answer to either of these two questions is "no," call another pharmacy or supplier until you find one that can answer "yes" to be sure your purchase is covered by Medicare and to save money.

Many seniors find mail order Medicare diabetes supply companies a convenient alternative. They just set up an account online or via a free phone call and their diabetes test supplies arrive conveniently in the mail.

Many people in America lack the information they need to manage their diabetes.   Testing blood glucose levels alone is not effective unless combined with up-to-date information about how to manage diabetes.  Sometimes people lack vital information because they don't have insurance coverage, time, or transportation to classes or support groups.

The good news is that online diabetes programs can help manage diabetes at home without any additional cost.  These programs can be used to select the right products, and to help keep track of your glucose test results and other records.  Other programs make it easier for you to stay well informed about the latest diabetes news. 

The Diabetes Care Club helps its members navigate the complex world of diabetes testing equipment.  It provides members with access to the best testing supplies and assistance in filing Medicare claims.  One click and the Club's experts can help provide you with information you need to stay healthy.    

Did you know that you you have more than 50,000 options for obtaining your diabetes products? Diabetic medical supplies are found in drug stores, infomercials and online.

So how do you choose? I recommend the Diabetes Care Club (DCC).

Why? Well, I am in a position to know how passionate DCC is about getting your diabetes products in your hands quickly and efficiently ... with no muss or fuss for you. DCC processes ALL of your paperwork and you never have to pay anything in advance.

DCC doesn't just take your order for diabetic medical supplies, we are your caring resource for information. That's why out of 50,000 options, DCC is in the top three.


This blog is associated with Simplex MD (simplexmd.com) and the Diabetes Care Club (diabetescareclub.com), sponsored by Simplex Healthcare.

Important Notice: Information provided is for general background purposes and is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment by a trained professional. You should always consult your physician about any health care questions you may have, especially before trying a new medication, diet, fitness program, or approach to health care issues.

That's a great big YES!

When you order your Medicare diabetic supplies online -- or by toll-free phone -- from the Diabetes Care Club (DCC), we handle all the paperwork. DCC processes thousands of Medicare diabetic supply claims for our members every month.

To find out if you qualify for a free Diabetes Care Club membership, just fill out and submit the form on the right side of this page and one of our Diabetic Care Coordinators will call you back promptly. Or call us directly, toll-free, at 1-800-840-7711. When you become a member, we'll file all Medicare claim forms for you -- and you'll never have to make an upfront payment. If you don't have secondary coverage, you may qualify for our Financial Waiver Program, which waives the 20% not covered by Medicare.

Medicare covers a glucose meter, meter strips, lancets, lancet devices, batteries and control solution for diabetic patients -- and typically pays 80% of the cost. Co-pays and deductibles apply. If you have secondary insurance, it may cover the remaining 20%, so you could receive your supplies at no cost to you. Any out-of-pocket cost you may incur will depend on your insurance coverage and the state in which you live.

Membership in DCC is free ... and so are the phone calls.


This blog is associated with Simplex MD (simplexmd.com) and the Diabetes Care Club (diabetescareclub.com), sponsored by Simplex Healthcare.

I came across a great older, but evergreen, article in Diabetes Health Magazine with tips for choosing the right lancing device.

"A common practice in selecting a lancing system is to rely on the device that comes with a particular blood glucose meter. This is like using an inferior razor simply because it came with your favorite shaving cream." (Do you love this analogy ... and it's so right.)

"Instead, review lancing devices independently of meters to select the one best suited to your specific needs." And in doing so, consider this important criteria: safety.

"People with diabetes are often advised to check their blood glucose several times per day,” says Jeff Hitchcock, president of the organization Children With Diabetes.

"Based on our most recent poll data, kids with diabetes are testing on average more than six times per day,” says Hitchcock. “Therefore, it is important that lancing systems be as simple and easy to use as possible.”

"To this end, the devices should require the fewest possible number of steps for lancing in order to provide the best user experience. For example, the priming and firing of the lancing device should be simple. Some devices require two-handed operation to pull back the cocking mechanism, while others simplify the process to one-handed operation with the press of a button—just like a ballpoint pen.

"The next generation of devices will offer the added convenience of multiple self-contained lancets in a cartridge, thus eliminating the need for loading and unloading a new or used lancet. "

UPDATE: The future is now. The next generation Accu-Chek Multiclix lancing device (which you may get from the Diabetes Care Club if you order your diabetic supplies online) is a world first in diabetes self management. Safety and convenience are combined, since no handling of lancets is necessary.

Here's how the Multiclix works:

Six lancets are preloaded in a drum making it easy to change.
The drum can simply be discarded in the household waste.
This unique lancing device also minimizes tissue tearing and pain, allowing you to test as frequently as your healthcare team recommends.

An electronic lancing device has been available since 2008, but it is not in wide distribution.


This blog is associated with Simplex MD (simplexmd.com) and the Diabetes Care Club (diabetescareclub.com), sponsored by Simplex Healthcare.

Please note: Information provided is for general background purposes and is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment by a trained professional. You should always consult your physician about any health care questions you may have, especially before trying a new medication, diet, fitness program, or approach to health care issues.

Many people purchase their diabetic medical supplies online. But not all providers of diabetic testing supplies and Medicare diabetic supplies are created equal.

I'd like to talk up the Diabetes Care Club (DCC): As of February 2008, Diabetes Care Club provided an uninterrupted flow of diabetic testing supplies to over 175,000 patients. There are more than 50,000 Medicare diabetes suppliers in the United States ... can you imagine having 50,000 choices ... and Diabetes Care Club is now the 3rd largest ... and growing!

I am one of the members of the DCC team here in the Nashville, Tennessee area and I can honestly say that each time we serve you, we see it as an opportunity to demonstrate DCC's mission, "Your health is our passion."


This blog is associated with Simplex MD (simplexmd.com) and the Diabetes Care Club (diabetescareclub.com), sponsored by Simplex Healthcare.

Important Notice: Information provided is for general background purposes and is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment by a trained professional. You should always consult your physician about any health care questions you may have, especially before trying a new medication, diet, fitness program, or approach to health care issues.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people with diabetes -- with their support networks and health care providers -- can reduce the occurence of diabetes complications by controlling the levels of blood glucose, blood pressure and blood lipids.

Studies in the United States and abroad have found that improved glycemic congrol benefits people with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes. In general, every percentage point in A1c blood test results (for instance, from 8% to 7%) can reduce the risk of microvascular complications (eye, kidney and nerve diseases) by 40%.

In patients with type 1 diabetes, intensive insulin therapy has long-term beneficial effects on the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Simplex Healthcare's Diabetes Care Club is your source for glucose control solution and other Medicare diabetic supplies. Frequently, if you have insurance or qualify for Medicare, you may order your diabetic supplies online or call the toll-free number for the Diabetes Care Club (DCC) ... and there's no charge to you. DCC will file all necessary paperwork while you sit back and receive everything the doctor ordered.

This blog is associated with Simplex MD (simplexmd.com) and the Diabetes Care Club (diabetescareclub.com), sponsored by Simplex Healthcare.


Please note: Information provided is for general background purposes and is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment by a trained professional. You should always consult your physician about any health care questions you may have, especially before trying a new medication, diet, fitness program, or approach to health care issues.

Why it makes sense to join the Diabetes Care Club

Whether you -- or someone you love -- are recently diagnosed, or you have dealt with a diabetic condition for some time, managing your diabetic supplies is easier than ever before.

Just fill out and submit the simple online form or call us toll free at 1-800-840-7711. During our initial phone conversation, one of our skilled Diabetic Care Coordinators will determine which Diabetes Care Club products are appropriate for your needs and how many times you test your blood sugar a day. We'll verify these needs with your physician and obtain documentation of your diabetic testing supplies requirements, which normally only takes a couple days.

Once your service is in place, we'll keep the flow of your supplies running smoothly. One of our Diabetic Care Coordinators will call quarterly to confirm that you have enough supplies on hand. We keep track of your needs, so we'll know precisely when to send your next shipment.


This blog is associated with Simplex MD (simplexmd.com) and the Diabetes Care Club (http://www.diabetescareclub.com/), sponsored by Simplex Healthcare.