Does Veterans Affairs (VA) Cover Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)?
Yes, Veterans Affairs (VA) covers Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems like Dexcom G7, for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who meet the qualifying criteria*.
*For a complete description of Veterans Affairs coverage criteria and additional information, please see the Department of Veterans Affairs Criteria for Use Memorandum, January 31, 2019. A patient must be seen at a VA healthcare facility or a VA Community Care Network clinic to be eligible to receive coverage.
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Is Dexcom G7 CGM covered by Veterans Affairs medical or pharmacy benefits?
Yes, patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who meet the qualifying criteria* are eligible for coverage of the Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System.
*For a complete description of Veterans Affairs coverage criteria and additional information, please see the Department of Veterans Affairs ‘Clinical Guidance and Documentation for the Use of Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Devices’ Memorandum, July 7, 2023. A patient must be seen at a VA healthcare facility or a VA Community Care Network clinic to be eligible to receive coverage.
What are the eligibility requirements for patients?
To be eligible for Dexcom G7 coverage under Veterans Affairs, a patient must meet the following qualifying criteria:*
- Veterans with diabetes being treated with daily insulin
- Has the skillset and knowledge to use CGM successfully
- Has agreed to be followed-up in the clinic a minimum of every six months
Veterans with uncommon conditions in which hypoglycemia is a significant concern may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the VISN or facility Endocrinology subject matter expert
*For the full coverage criteria, please talk to your VA healthcare provider. A patient must be seen at a VA healthcare facility or a VA Community Care Network clinic to receive coverage.
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