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Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)

August 9, 2021
Economic Outcomes
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Source: Digital Technology and Therapeutics

Key Takeaway: A retrospective analysis of administrative claims data from the Optum Research Database showed rtCGM use was associated with diabetes-related medical cost reductions in patients with T2D. Increased access to rtCGM for patients with T2D may help to reduce diabetes-related cost of care.

Diabetes-related Medical Care Costs Decreased $424 PPPM After Initiating rtCGM Treatment

Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitor (RTCGM) Use Associated with Decreased Diabetes Medical Costs for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)

*PPPM = per patient per month

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