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Source: Endocrine Today
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half,”
Andre J . Karter, PhD
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Source: Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics
Published: September 2021
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Lower A1c and Reduce Hospital/ED Use in Members with Insulin-Treated Type 2 Diabetes via Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Infographic
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Optimize Outcomes in Insulin-Treated T1 and T2D via Evidence-Based Coverage Criteria with Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Coverage and Benefit Design Economic Outcomes Infographic
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Association Between Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor Use and Diabetes-Related Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-World Studies Support Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Independently of Treatment Regimen
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
August 9, 2021Economic Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
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Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
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Source: Endocrine Today
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half,”
Andre J . Karter, PhD
Learn MoreSeptember 29, 2021CGM Technology and Digital Health Article / Publication
Source: Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics
Published: September 2021
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Lower A1c and Reduce Hospital/ED Use in Members with Insulin-Treated Type 2 Diabetes via Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Infographic
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Optimize Outcomes in Insulin-Treated T1 and T2D via Evidence-Based Coverage Criteria with Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Coverage and Benefit Design Economic Outcomes Infographic
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Association Between Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor Use and Diabetes-Related Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-World Studies Support Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Independently of Treatment Regimen
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
August 9, 2021Economic Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
Learn More


Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
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October 11, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Endocrine Today
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half,”
Andre J . Karter, PhD
Learn MoreSeptember 29, 2021CGM Technology and Digital Health Article / Publication
Source: Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics
Published: September 2021
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Lower A1c and Reduce Hospital/ED Use in Members with Insulin-Treated Type 2 Diabetes via Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Infographic
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Optimize Outcomes in Insulin-Treated T1 and T2D via Evidence-Based Coverage Criteria with Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Coverage and Benefit Design Economic Outcomes Infographic
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Association Between Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor Use and Diabetes-Related Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-World Studies Support Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Independently of Treatment Regimen
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
August 9, 2021Economic Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
Learn More


Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
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Source: Endocrine Today
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half,”
Andre J . Karter, PhD
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September 29, 2021CGM Technology and Digital Health Article / Publication
Source: Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics
Published: September 2021
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Lower A1c and Reduce Hospital/ED Use in Members with Insulin-Treated Type 2 Diabetes via Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Infographic
Learn More

Optimize Outcomes in Insulin-Treated T1 and T2D via Evidence-Based Coverage Criteria with Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Coverage and Benefit Design Economic Outcomes Infographic
Learn More

Association Between Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor Use and Diabetes-Related Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-World Studies Support Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Independently of Treatment Regimen
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
August 9, 2021Economic Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
Learn More


Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
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Source: Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics
Published: September 2021
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Lower A1c and Reduce Hospital/ED Use in Members with Insulin-Treated Type 2 Diabetes via Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Infographic
Learn More

Optimize Outcomes in Insulin-Treated T1 and T2D via Evidence-Based Coverage Criteria with Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Coverage and Benefit Design Economic Outcomes Infographic
Learn More

Association Between Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor Use and Diabetes-Related Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-World Studies Support Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Independently of Treatment Regimen
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
August 9, 2021Economic Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
Learn More


Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
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Lower A1c and Reduce Hospital/ED Use in Members with Insulin-Treated Type 2 Diabetes via Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring


Optimize Outcomes in Insulin-Treated T1 and T2D via Evidence-Based Coverage Criteria with Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring
September 16, 2021Clinical Outcomes Coverage and Benefit Design Economic Outcomes Infographic
Learn More

Association Between Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor Use and Diabetes-Related Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-World Studies Support Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Independently of Treatment Regimen
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
August 9, 2021Economic Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
Learn More


Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
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Updates, Recent News, And Resources
Optimize Outcomes in Insulin-Treated T1 and T2D via Evidence-Based Coverage Criteria with Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring


Association Between Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor Use and Diabetes-Related Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Economic Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-World Studies Support Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Independently of Treatment Regimen
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
August 9, 2021Economic Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
Learn More


Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
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Association Between Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor Use and Diabetes-Related Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes


Real-World Studies Support Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Independently of Treatment Regimen
September 2, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / PublicationLearn More

Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
August 9, 2021Economic Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
Learn More


Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
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Updates, Recent News, And Resources
Real-World Studies Support Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Independently of Treatment Regimen


Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
August 9, 2021Economic Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
Learn More


Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
Learn More
Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics
Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.
Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment
*PPPM = per patient per month
Learn More


Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
June 23, 2021Clinical Outcomes Article / Publication
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
Learn More

Association of Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Glycemic Control and Acute Metabolic Events Among Patients With Insulin-Treated Diabetes
Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association
Key Takeaways: Continuous Glucose Monitoring improved outcomes more than intermittent testing of blood glucose in 41,753 patients with insulin-treated diabetes.
“Our real-world study found that in patients with insulin-treated diabetes, initiating a continuous glucose monitor substantially improved blood glucose control and cut the rate of emergency room visits for hypoglycemia in half.”1
Andrew J. Karter, PhD, Senior Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
1Shaffer R. Real-time CGM lowers HbA1c, reduces ED visits in insulin-treated diabetes. Endocrine Today. June 2021. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20210607/realtime-cgm-lowers-hba1c-reduces-ed-visits-in-insulintreated-diabetes. Accessed June 24, 2021.
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