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If you don't like having more than one device on your body but want glucose data at a glance, the Dexcom sensor connects to the Medtronic InPen to track blood sugar and insulin doses on a smartphone.

Next Steps

Dexcom G6

Dexcom G6

Call Dexcom and ask them about your coverage. Talk to your Doctor to get a prescription.

Contact

1-888-738 3646

Mon-Fri 6:00am - 5:00pm PST and Sat 8:00am - 2:00pm

Dexcom Website

Medtronic InPen

Medtronic InPen

Call Medtronic and ask them about your coverage. Talk to your Doctor to get a prescription.

Contact

1-888-350-5440

Mon-Fri, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Medtronic Website

Priorities

Comfort

  • Have to carry pens and pen needles
  • Low profile/low maintenance sensor

    • Active Lifestyle

  • Can use sensor trends for dose adjustment
  • Sensor Share feature allows someone else to keep an eye on your blood sugar from the sidelines

    • Avoiding Highs and Lows

  • Custom alerts can be set for highs, lows, and rapidly rising or falling glucose levels
  • Syringes and pens limit your ability to adjust insulin throughout the day
  • Allows for dosing half units

    • Easy to Use

  • Pens are faster and easier to use than syringes
  • Sensor integrated with multiple devices in case you change up what you're using

    • Easy Insulin Dosing

  • More precise dosing than syringes
  • Can use sensor trends for dose adjustment
  • App can help estimate carbs based on meal size
  • Creates a digital logbook that can be shared your healthcare team

    • Fewer Fingersticks

  • Factory-calibrated sensor: fingersticks needed for backup only

    • Privacy

  • Pens are low profile
  • Ability to check sugar on phone or watch
  • Alerts

    • Wisdom

    Hear what others who use this device combo have to say

    The Dexcom G6 comes factory-calibrated and requires no finger stick. I’ve been wearing the device for nine days and I am really impressed with it.

    I really like this set up - just enough tech on my body and just enough freedom from things attached to me.

    I both run and lift weights. They both help me keep an eye on what is going on and how the exercise affects my numbers.

    Cost

    Dexcom G6

    Dexcom G6

    Sensors

    Transmitter

    Receiver (1 time purchase)

    Glucose Testing Cost Estimate

    Startup $80 to $239

    Monthly $35 to $105

    These prices vary by Insurance. Many insurers support the G6 Dexcom. It may be covered under durable medical goods or a pharmacy benefit.

    Medtronic InPen

    Medtronic InPen

    Insulin Dosing Cost Estimate

    Monthly $5 to $1260

    The total cost depends on the amount of pens you use which is dependent on how much insulin you use.

    Questions for your Doctor

    Can I try this before I commit to it?

    A lot of provider offices have sample devices you can touch and feel to get a sense of how they work. Some offices even have a trial device you can use for week to see how it works for you.