Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) can help people with diabetes better manage their glucose levels. Dexcom’s G7 CGM was just recently approved by the FDA and has a range of features to help people with diabetes better understand their glucose levels. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to get access to the Dexcom G7 CGM.
Understanding CGMs
Before using a Dexcom G7, it’s important to understand what a CGM is and why it can be beneficial. A CGM is a device that monitors your blood glucose levels in real-time by taking readings from a sensor inserted under your skin. This allows you to see how your glucose levels are changing throughout the day and make changes to your diet or lifestyle accordingly. For a guide on interpreting CGM data, check out our other post on that topic here.
I contend that if you don’t have one already, getting a CGM is the number one best way to improve your glycemic control and reduce your A1C.
How Can I Get It?
According to the Dexcom website, The G7 is easily accessible, regardless of your CGM coverage.
There are two main ways to get access to a G7:
- If you’re new to the Dexcom ecosystem, you can fill out their Getting Started form. Once you complete that, a Dexcom customer service representative will reach out to you and run a benefits coverage check. (Dexcom, of course, want’s you to use one of their CGMs. They’ll do everything they can to make sure that you get one 🙂.)
- If you’re a current user of the G6, “all you need to do is get a prescription from your doctor and continue through the same process. Even if your health plan has not added the Dexcom G7 yet, you can still pick it up now for just $89/month at your local pharmacy. Your normal copay will automatically kick in once your health plan adds Dexcom G7 to their coverage.”
Benefits of the Dexcom G7
The Dexcom G7 CGM has a range of features that can help people with diabetes better manage their glucose levels. It can track your glucose levels in real-time and alert you when your glucose levels are too high or low.
According to their website, the G7 boasts the following:
- The most accurate CGM system available
- 60% smaller than the G6
- Fastest warmup time of any CGM system at 30 minutes
Dexcom G7 and Gluroo – A Perfect Pair
At Gluroo we’re excited to try the G7 for ourselves. Gluroo already has full support for the G7, which means that you can sync your CGM readings directly into the app and share them with everyone in your GluCrew. Gluroo brings streamlined group-chat messaging, blood glucose and insulin levels, exercise, device health, and more – all in one place for everyone to see. Get the most out of your G7 with Gluroo today. It’s free in the app stores!
Conclusion
The new Dexcom G7 CGM can be hugely beneficial for those with diabetes. It can help you track your glucose levels in real-time, alert you to changes in your glucose levels, and provide data insights to help you better understand your glucose levels.
To access the Dexcom G7 CGM, you’ll need to speak to your doctor or healthcare provider about getting a prescription. Or, sign up on the Dexcom website to get help from one of their customer service representatives.