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05/12/09 09:00 AM

"I am using a pump and on medicare part b and Blue Cross 65. I was told that I can order insulin for the pump through the medicare part b."
Asked By: sharon lynch  
Category: Insurance and Financial Issues

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Please explain the process since the pharmacist says "no".

Expert Answers (1)

05/23/09 08:48 AM

Generallly, equipment and supplies such as insulin pumps, glucose monitors, and test strips fall under coverage of medicare part B. Insulin usually gets covered on your regular prescription plan, or sometimes known as medicare part D.
Answered By: susan sloane
Accreditations: B.S.,Rph.,C.D.E.,Nutritionist
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08/11/09 01:57 PM

I don't know much about medicare since I'm not on it but, I did read on their website that they pay for insulin only if it is used in an insulin pump. But, I would suggest that you follow up on it to be sure I'm correct.
Answered By: wheber2
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