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Medicare Part D [ Paying for Health Care ]
What the Healthcare Reform Bill Means for You [ Your Rights ]
Diabetes Oral Medications [ Diabetes Medications ]
Prescription Assistance [ Paying for Health Care ]
Flexible Spending Account [ Paying for Health Care ]
Irrational Exubera(nce) [ Your Rights ]
Desperately Seeking Dental Care
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Desperately Seeking Dental Care (Continued)
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Reform Bill
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A Conversation with the Insurance Company
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Reform Bill [ Your Rights ]
Reform Bill [ Your Rights ]
Diabetes Financial Help - Medicare Part D [ Paying for Health Care ]
Medicare Shoe Benefit for people with diabetes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Patient Assistance Programs [ Paying for Health Care ]
Financial Help [ Paying for Health Care ]
Tending to Your Taxes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Preparing for Tax Season [ Paying for Health Care ]
Medicare Part D [ Paying for Health Care ]
What the Healthcare Reform Bill Means for You [ Your Rights ]
Prescription Assistance [ Paying for Health Care ]
Flexible Spending Account [ Paying for Health Care ]
Reform Bill
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Reform Bill [ Your Rights ]
Reform Bill [ Your Rights ]
Patient Assistance Programs [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetes Financial Help - Medicare Part D [ Paying for Health Care ]
Medicare Shoe Benefit for people with diabetes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Financial Help [ Paying for Health Care ]
Tending to Your Taxes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Medicare Part D [ Paying for Health Care ]
What the Healthcare Reform Bill Means for You [ Your Rights ]
Prescription Assistance [ Paying for Health Care ]
Flexible Spending Account [ Paying for Health Care ]
Reform Bill
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Reform Bill [ Your Rights ]
Consumer-Driven Healthcare, my ear [ Creating Your Healthcare Team ]
Reform Bill [ Your Rights ]
Jumping Through Hoops [ Blood Sugar Lows ]
Diabetes Insurance [ Paying for Health Care ]
Patient Assistance Programs [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetes Financial Help [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetes Financial Help - Medicare Part D [ Paying for Health Care ]
Medicare Shoe Benefit for people with diabetes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetes Financial Help [ Paying for Health Care ]
Financial Help [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetes During Hard Times [ TV Show Schedule ]
Healthcare Reform [ Your Doctor & You ]
Iowa Brothers [ TV Show Schedule ]
Dollars and Cents [ TV Show Schedule ]
Tending to Your Taxes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Managing Diabetes, Insurance, and Appeals [ Paying for Health Care ]
Medicare Part D [ Paying for Health Care ]
What the Healthcare Reform Bill Means for You [ Your Rights ]
Prescription Assistance [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetic Supplies [ Paying for Health Care ]
Flexible Spending Account [ Paying for Health Care ]
David Kliff Columns [ Experts ]
Understanding the Market [ Paying for Health Care ]
The Business of Diabetes Creates Investment Opportunity
The Business of Diabetes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Got diabetes? Get financial help! [ Paying for Health Care ]
Investing_In_Your_Health [ Paying for Health Care ]
Preventing Insurance Fraud
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Reform Bill
 [ Your Rights ]
Insurance Overview
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Insurance Overview (Continued)
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Insurance Overview (Continued)
 [ Health Insurance Help ]
A Conversation with the Insurance Company
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Reform Bill [ Your Rights ]
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act [ Your Rights ]
Reform Bill [ Your Rights ]
Diabetes Insurance [ Paying for Health Care ]
Patient Assistance Programs [ Paying for Health Care ]
Medicare Shoe Benefit for people with diabetes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetes Financial Help [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetes Financial Help [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetes Financial Help - Medicare Part D [ Paying for Health Care ]
Financial Help [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetes During Hard Times [ TV Show Schedule ]
Dollars and Cents [ TV Show Schedule ]
Tending to Your Taxes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Preparing for Tax Season [ Paying for Health Care ]
Managing Diabetes, Insurance, and Appeals [ Paying for Health Care ]
Medicare Part D [ Paying for Health Care ]
What the Healthcare Reform Bill Means for You [ Your Rights ]
Prescription Assistance [ Paying for Health Care ]
Diabetic Supplies [ Paying for Health Care ]
Flexible Spending Account [ Paying for Health Care ]
The Business of Diabetes [ Paying for Health Care ]
Last Tango in Hartford [ Paying for Health Care ]
The Benefits of Benefits [ Paying for Health Care ]
Planning for the Future [ Paying for Health Care ]
Got diabetes? Get financial help! [ Paying for Health Care ]
David Kliff Columns [ Experts ]
Understanding the Market [ Paying for Health Care ]
The Business of Diabetes Creates Investment Opportunity
Investing_In_Your_Health [ Paying for Health Care ]
Save on Strips!
What You Don't Need
Budget Foods
Will There Ever Be a Generic Insulin [ Insulin ]
Desperately Seeking Dental Care
 [ Oral Care ]
Desperately Seeking Dental Care (Continued)
 [ Oral Care ]
Preventing Insurance Fraud
 [ Health Insurance Help ]
Reform Bill
 [ Your Rights ]
Insurance Overview
 [ Health Insurance Help ]
Insurance Overview (Continued)
 [ Health Insurance Help ]
Insurance Overview (Continued)
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David Kliff Columns [ Experts ]
Understanding the Market [ Paying for Health Care ]
The Business of Diabetes Creates Investment Opportunity
Investing_In_Your_Health [ Paying for Health Care ]
David Kliff Columns [ Experts ]
Understanding the Market [ Paying for Health Care ]
The Business of Diabetes Creates Investment Opportunity
Investing_In_Your_Health [ Paying for Health Care ]
Will There Ever Be a Generic Insulin [ Insulin ]
I have written to NICE in relation to this and they have been very rude and have not responded.. Please can anyone tell me when insulin inhaler will be available on prescription please
What are my daughter's rights in school? She has a 504 plan and it seems to be in order. Why can't she carry a meter with her?
How does a sliding scale work when taking Novolog before each meal?
Can I switch from Humalog 75/25 to Humulin 70/30?
I have recently added Enbrel to my medications group. It seems on days I take the shot, my a1c plummets, but I can't find info on diabetes & Enbrel.
2/2009 my A1c was 7.4, my fasting was less tnan 125,now 9/3 my A1c is 7.0 and my fasting is less than 100, should I take ACTOS 30mg prescribed - doc?
Does Hydrocodone increase blood sugar levels? What other pain medication would you recommend for someone with diabetes after carpel tunnel surgery?
Is there any other reason that a dr would prescribe metformin besides diabetes?
In caring for my child with type 1 diabetes I have lost much income and a job (due to absences). Any tax relief or financial aid advice?
My insurance coverage is not what it used to be. What generic alternatives to Avandia do I have? Even taking two different generics would reduce my cost by 60 percent. My doctor is reluctant to take me off, but the stress of the cost of medication is affecting my emotional state.
My husband was laid-off January 29, 2006. His insurance coverage ended Feb. 28th. We went with a temporary policy because our agent said it would be impossible to get permanent health coverage because I am a diabetic. I do not take insulin, I manage my diabetes through diet and medication. How can I find permanent health care coverage? We have to maintain our health coverage in the event he gets called back otherwise if there is a break then my diabetes is considered pre-existing.
My job responsibilities seem to increase constantly. I've been on the same job 24 yrs, and my coping skills have deteriorated. My sugar levels are higher while at work and I just want to cry all the time. My boss knows my medical condition but does gives little support and is very demanding. Since I can't quit my job (need medical ins.) can you help? I dread every day.
A friend wanted me to search information on her with what she said was diabetes with lddc? Is she giving me the right info? Can't find anything. She is an overweight hispanic female. She has type 2 and has since developed an absece on her leg. What type of info can I gather for this woman. She has no insurance and is barely getting treament.Thank You
I have been diabetic since the age of four. I have no health insurance and am on the insulin pump. My luck is very bad at the moment. What can I do? Is there a diabetic clinic in my area that i can go to? I know of one but can't seem to get my hands on some information about them. They are called Joslin from what I was told...do you have a website that I can go to?
What happens when you are 20 with no insurance, no parents, going to school and working, but the company's health plan will not pick you up on the policy? Where do you apply? Or who do you go to?
I was wondering what are the Insurance views on the Pump as in how much do they pay and how much I pay. I know companies are different but do you have an avg. on the cost?
WHERE DO I GET THE VERY BEST LEG PROSTHETIC IN MASS.ANY STORE /WEBSITE TO ORDER WOMENS CLOTHES FOR A LEG AMPUTEE?ANY GROUPS HELP PAY FOR MED'L EQUIP?
Does medicare cover blood pressure testers ordered by a doctor?
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.
Should I apply for disabiltiy even though I am only 40 years old?
I was told at seminar healthcare that Insulin( Novolog) that is used in Insulin Pump infusion (24/7) coveredMedicare,Free to me. All say N0. ?
my husband has diabetes. his levels are usually between 220 to 260 each morning. he takes humulin r and n twice a day. he has no insurance and we have no money for doctors. any advice on how to change dosage to lower his sugar. thanks
I have no insurance, and I have Type 2. Recently my readings have been very high, and oral medication is not controlling it. I am very scared, and don't know what to do. I can not afford to pay for insulin out of pocket. Some advice would be greatly appreciated. -Michele
I am a 44 year old female. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2 years ago. I am so much in denial with this disease until i don't know what to do. I don't have any insurance, so the health clinic i'm assigned to is really pathetic. I don't really know much about my disease. Can you give me a lead on just learning about my disease?
My insurance coverage is not what it used to be. What generic alternatives to Avandia do I have? Even taking two different generics would reduce my cost by 60 percent. My doctor is reluctant to take me off, but the stress of the cost of medication is affecting my emotional state.
My husband was laid-off January 29, 2006. His insurance coverage ended Feb. 28th. We went with a temporary policy because our agent said it would be impossible to get permanent health coverage because I am a diabetic. I do not take insulin, I manage my diabetes through diet and medication. How can I find permanent health care coverage? We have to maintain our health coverage in the event he gets called back otherwise if there is a break then my diabetes is considered pre-existing.
My boyfriend has Type 1 Diabetes, and he is in a lot of Pain. His Blood Sugar is 190 right now. He is complaining of Severe Pain in his Stomach and Kidneys. He does not have medical insurance, and all he will do is lay on the bed. Other than take him to a doctor what can I do to make him feel better?
My doctor prescribed Byetta for my type 2 diabetes and my insurance refuses to cover it because they consider it a weight loss drug. I, my doctor, and the company have contacted the insurance and they refuse to consider Byetta as a drug for diabetes, they say it is simply a weight loss drug. Do you have any suggestions for me to convince them that this is not a drug for weight loss, but a diabetes medication?
My husband, who is a #2 diabetic, recently had a stroke. He has his blood pressure, high cholesterol and high tri-glycerides. He is currently in rehab in a skilled nursing facility. They are giving him insulin, not the oral medication he had been taking. My insurance company wants to put him in custodial care. He's making progress in rehab and has already regained some of the use of his arm and is starting to move his leg. What kind of care does a diabetic need?
My job responsibilities seem to increase constantly. I've been on the same job 24 yrs, and my coping skills have deteriorated. My sugar levels are higher while at work and I just want to cry all the time. My boss knows my medical condition but does gives little support and is very demanding. Since I can't quit my job (need medical ins.) can you help? I dread every day.
A friend wanted me to search information on her with what she said was diabetes with lddc? Is she giving me the right info? Can't find anything. She is an overweight hispanic female. She has type 2 and has since developed an absece on her leg. What type of info can I gather for this woman. She has no insurance and is barely getting treament.Thank You
I have been diabetic since the age of four. I have no health insurance and am on the insulin pump. My luck is very bad at the moment. What can I do? Is there a diabetic clinic in my area that i can go to? I know of one but can't seem to get my hands on some information about them. They are called Joslin from what I was told...do you have a website that I can go to?
Is there any suggestions for a person as myself, who does not have any medical insurance, and can not afford the insulin and oral medication that I am supposed to take and also can not afford the doctor visits and the specialist I should be seeing?
I no longer have coverage under my husband's insurance for medication. What can I do? My blood sugars have been very high and I am afarid that something can happen to me at home with my five year old and he will not know what to do. Can you please help me?
My mother is in the hospital for a quadruple bypass. The nurse assumed one of the IV bags was an antibiotic and gave it to her over a 4 hour period, but it was in fact insulin. Her blood sugar level dropped to 11. I would like to know what happens to the body, brain, and organs when your blood sugar drops that low? She is 70 and I would like to know what to look out for so I will know how to help her. Thank you.
Hi there! I saw on your show recently that 46 states have laws requiring insurance companies to cover some diabetes related items, specifically I am asking about education. I live in Texas and was wondering if that is required here? Or where can I find that information? Thank you very much! I love your show! I am a new diabetic and have learned so much.
What happens when you are 20 with no insurance, no parents, going to school and working, but the company's health plan will not pick you up on the policy? Where do you apply? Or who do you go to?
I was wondering what are the Insurance views on the Pump as in how much do they pay and how much I pay. I know companies are different but do you have an avg. on the cost?
WHERE DO I GET THE VERY BEST LEG PROSTHETIC IN MASS.ANY STORE /WEBSITE TO ORDER WOMENS CLOTHES FOR A LEG AMPUTEE?ANY GROUPS HELP PAY FOR MED'L EQUIP?
What do you do when your insurance won't cover a nutritionalist or dietition, and you can't afford it either. Where do you get the advice you need?
How d I make it with being newly diagnosed, no insurance and on a limited income?
I have Type 1 Diabetes, diagnosed a year and a half ago. Has anyone had any luck getting Blue Cross Blue Shield to pay for a CBGM?
My current insurer went bankrupt. Would like to find an insurer that will offer a Health Savings Account (for self-employed).
Does medicare cover blood pressure testers ordered by a doctor?
I realized that I am just like those on drugs and unable to get off on their own. Are there "rehabs" for diabetics that insurance will cover?
Aflac ins denied me life insurance because I'm diabetic for 10 years. Is that legal?
Where can someone go without health insurance to obtain a new insulin prescription in St. Louis, MO?
Can I switch from Humalog 75/25 to Humulin 70/30?
Does medicaid cover diabetes testing supplies?
I have type 2 diabetes and have discontinued my medications because i cannot afford insurance...are there any herbal medications that can help me?
I am about to go to Italy for 2 months and will teach K next year. I have severe hypoglycemia and NEED a CGM. How can I get insurance to pay for it?
I don't have insurance and am on a couple of assistance programs for insulin & supples. Is there a pump assistance program?
Is there proof that Metanx plays a role in reversing peripheral neuropathy? My podiatrist perscribed this and my insurance does not cover this med.
Is it possible for a type 2 to switch back to oral meds instead of taking insulin. Cost is the main factor because of insurance.
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.
I have been off my meds for 6 months due to lack of insurance. Need to how much damage I am doing to my body and if I can remedy it?
Can Type 1 diabetics get health insurance under the American with Disabilities Act?
My last GFR was 28. I can't find a diet plan and ins. doesn't cover a nutritionist. I'm 5'8" and weigh 149. I am 49 yers old can you help me
Can you recommend resources to find affordable medical insurance?
I dont have insurance, I dont have any money, and the county wont help me out. I need my insulin and my BS have been running 205-350. Got any ideas?
Medtronics recalled all my infusion sets. They will not assist since I did not buy direct. Sterling will not send replacements, What do I do?
Recently retired, my hlth ins. was discontinued. In applying to my previous provider, I was denied bec. of previous condition.What ins co will take me
My insurance company now requires Byetta prescriptions be filled in 90 day dosages. 3 separate syringes. Is this safe? Will they last 90 days?
My HCP is refusing to pay for a test my endo Doc says I need. They paid for the MRI on my kidney which has a tumor on it but wont do this. Help needed
I am prediabetic. Can I legitimately claim not to be diabetic on an life insurance form?
Should I apply for disabiltiy even though I am only 40 years old?
i have severe burning in my feet and a hole about the size of a quarter i cant get to heal i have no job or insurance what can i do
I am Presently taking Byetta 20mg. plus metaphormin 2000mg daily. My insurance has changed and the byetta is going to become unafordable. Is there s
I am very concerned about my brother. He has diabetes but can not afford the medication and does not have ins. go to the doctor. Where can he gp?
i just changed jobs does anyone know where you can get insurance that covers preexisting conditions in the charlotte n.c. area?
type 1 with all teeth rotten, getting them removed surgically is the only way. Should my health insurance cover this as a "help" for level control?
why would an insurance terminate its services to a diabetic dependent on dialesis, is this legal? where can people turn to then for coverage and help?
can a type 2 ever obtain any health coverage? This is simply not fair being rejected.
I would love to use a CGM, but my current healh insurance premiums (and deductable) are outrageous. I can't afford a CGM. Is there help available?
my doctor has left me on my own,because i have no insurance.dont know what to eat. dont know what normal reading on moniter is?
Is ther an insurance company that will issue a policy with preexisting conditions of diabetes and no previous insurance for a single coverage person?
I'm a type 2 diabetic 45 yrs of age and want to know what medication can I take that is covered by ACCCHS insurance that will help with E.D.?
I recieve medical care through an HMO, and I am not satisfied with my doctor and care. How do I change doctors with out being labled as a bad patient.
are there any insurance companies that will insure type 2 diabetics?
WILL MEDICARE COVER AN INSULIN PUMP IF YOUR C-PETILE IS MORE THAN .55?
I am having a hard time with my diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. My husband has cancer and a bad heart. In the last 2 years we have struggled to survive in our every day life, we have lost everything, and now this. I was told to test my sugar 2 times a day, but there is just not enough money in our budget to buy the test strips. Do you have any suggestions for people that can not afford the testing supplies?
I am having a hard time with my diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. My husband has cancer and a bad heart. In the last 2 years we have struggled to survive in our every day life, we have lost everything, and now this. I was told to test my sugar 2 times a day, but there is just not enough money in our budget to buy the test strips. Do you have any suggestions for people that can not afford the testing supplies?
My insurance coverage is not what it used to be. What generic alternatives to Avandia do I have? Even taking two different generics would reduce my cost by 60 percent. My doctor is reluctant to take me off, but the stress of the cost of medication is affecting my emotional state.
I am a 34 year old female newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and am on a limited income with no insurance. My doctor wants me to test 5-6 times per day. My problem is that test strips are so expensive. Is it really necessary to test this often? If so is there anyway to offset the cost of my strips?
Is there any suggestions for a person as myself, who does not have any medical insurance, and can not afford the insulin and oral medication that I am supposed to take and also can not afford the doctor visits and the specialist I should be seeing?
Does anyone know of scholarships for graduate school for diabetics?
If you have diabetes & need consistant medical care, what do you do if financially can't afford it?
Is there any type of financial help for me?
I really need some suggestions for cheap meal ideas for a family of 5.
I need help with finding some way to pay for my medicine and supplies. Any information is very much appreciated.
I am taking Byetta now. However it's too expensive. What can i take that would work about the same as Byetta?
What's a good alternative shot for Byetta? i love it, just can't afford it.
Should I talk to my dr about switching my insulin from Levemir $189/month to a fast acting R at $24/month?
Can I switch from Humalog 75/25 to Humulin 70/30?
Where can I go to get cheap i.d. bracelets and necklaces? I need one for a man and one for a woman
A 30 day supply of 100mg januvia is $200. at local pharmacies. Internet pharmacies advertise 84 tablets for $177. Are these pharmacies legitimate?
I am type 2 and take lantus and apidra. Because of finances, I wanted to know if I could lower my lantus from 40 to 30 units a day for maybe 6 weeks.
Is it possible for a type 2 to switch back to oral meds instead of taking insulin. Cost is the main factor because of insurance.
Is it okay to make my own (well researched) meal plan while I save up to see a dietician, or should I find some way to pull together the funds now?
Can my teeth and my ears cause my blood sugars to rise? Because my teeth and ears are bothering me.
Are there smaller vials of Lantus available then the 100 units? It is such a waste for me to use only less then half the vial before it is expired.
I was referred to a pre diabetic class but it is not offered until Aug Do you think I would be better off seeing someone now and pay out of pocket ?
Are there any hardship programs to obtain low cost or no cost Lanyus insulin? I am unemployed with no current health insurance.
I have seen "diet plates" offered elsewhere that are divided into portions that help keep food amounts but pricey. $40.00 - Any solutions?
I am Presently taking Byetta 20mg. plus metaphormin 2000mg daily. My insurance has changed and the byetta is going to become unafordable. Is there s
Being unemployed and having no health ins., is there a home test one can take to see if they are even close to being diabetic, before seeing the doc?
i need help in planning food on a poor persons income. iam a meat and potatoes person.
Looking for a USB cord to plug into the One Touch Ultra 2 and the other end to my computer. Cant find on cheap enough or free.

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