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Dexcom to introduce OTC glucose sensor

March 6, 2024HME News Staff

SAN DIEGO – Dexcom has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Stelo by Dexcom, a continuous glucose monitor that will be available for people with Type 2 diabetes without a prescription. “Dexcom continues to lead innovation in the CGM market, with a long list of first-in-market advances,” said Jake Leach, executive vice president and COO. “Dexcom was the first to connect CGM to multiple insulin delivery devices, the first to connect CGM to a...

Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM), Dexcom, Diabetes, Stelo


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In brief: Senators’ demands, F&P’s new execs, Belluscura’s green light

December 21, 2023HME News Staff

WASHINGTON – A group of senators has asked CMS to collect and publish more Medicare Advantage data to help lawmakers and regulators better understand the impact of these plans.  AAHomecare provided the following analysis of the group's new letter to CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-Lasure:  The senators cite “concerning trends” in Medicare Advantage and point to a 2019 HHS OIG study that “found that among requests MA plans denied, 13% of prior...

Belluscura, Dexcom, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Medicare Advantage, woman of the year


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Dexcom’s G7 now connects with Tandem’s t:slim X2

December 21, 2023HME News Staff

SAN DIEGO – Dexcom’s G7 continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system can now connect with Tandem Diabetes Care's t:slim X2 insulin pump. Dexcom in December 2022 received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the device, which can be used for people with all types of diabetes ages two years and older. The G7 features a simplified, redesigned app experience; 30-minute sensor warm up; 12-hour grace period to replace finished sensors; and enhanced alerts. Dexcom G7 sensors...

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In brief: Journey Health buy, Philips complaint count, AI-based HST

February 17, 2023HME News Staff

RICHMOND, Va., and SAN DIEGO – Journey Health & Lifestyle Brands has acquired LifeWalker Mobility Products, the manufacturer and distributor of the UPWalker family of products.  The acquisition, as well as additional growth capital for the combined companies, was funded by Peloton Equity and other existing investors in Journey Health, including Escalate Capital.  “We are excited to bring LifeWalker's revolutionary UPWalker products into the Journey family,”...

Aeroflow, Artificial Intelligence (AI), DarioHealth, Dexcom, Journey Health, National Home Infusion Association (NHIA), Optum, Philips, Somnoware


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Mednow offers integrated CGM program 

February 7, 2023HME News Staff

TORONTO – Mednow has launched its enhanced Virtual Diabetes Management program to enable convenient on-demand access to Dexcom G6 real-time continuous glucose monitoring supplies and personalized diabetes care services. The new integrated program combines Mednow virtual pharmacy services with Dexcom rtCGM technology to provide individuals with a comprehensive services like access to a team of certified diabetes educators (CDEs) and clinical pharmacists for ongoing health coaching; personalized...

Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM), Dexcom, Diabetes, Mednow


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ResMed, AdaptHealth make tech list 

January 26, 2023HME News Staff

YARMOUTH, Maine – Several HME companies have made the Power 500 Technology Companies list, a nod to their commitment to improving the health of people around the world. In the Medical Devices category, ResMed, Dexcom, Insulet Corp., AdaptHealth and Masimo were all listed as leaders. The list includes companies that demonstrate product or service leadership, technical depth in their specific fields, consistent organizational growth or evolution, operational excellence and high-caliber management...

AdaptHealth, Dexcom, Insulet, Masimo, Power 500 Technology Companies, ResMed


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Dexcom exec: CGM is ‘undisputed standard of care’

January 13, 2023Tracy Orzel

SAN DIEGO – Dexcom’s next-generation G7 continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system will empower users to take control of their health, says top company exec Kevin Sayer.  Dexcom in December received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the device, which can be used for people with all types of diabetes ages two years and older.  “The FDA approval of Dexcom G7 is a huge milestone for the diabetes community and underscores continued momentum in...

Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM), Dexcom, Dexcom G7, Diabetes, Kevin Sayer


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In brief: 2022 HME WOY, new ICD-10 codes, orthotics fraud

December 16, 2022HME News Staff

WATERLOO, Iowa – Sherry Krug, vice president of business development at Binson's Medical Equipment & Supplies, has been named the 2022 HME Woman of the Year.  Krug, who joined Binson’s in 2020, oversees operational functions for all of the company’s locations  “Thank you,” she said during an online event on Dec. 15 hosted by the VGM Group to celebrate the finalists and name the winner. “This is such an honor and beyond any expectation that I...

ATHOMES, Dexcom, LUCI, Medline, TwelveStone Health Partners, WHILL


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Dexcom partners with digital pharmacy 

December 13, 2022HME News Staff

TORONTO – Dexcom has announced a partnership with The Health Depot digital pharmacy to provide Green Shield plan members with convenient access to the Dexcom G6 rtCGM System and virtual diabetes coaching support. Green Shield plan members eligible for Dexcom G6 rtCGM coverage who register for the new Digital Diabetes Care Program, delivered by The Health Depot, will have exclusive access to automated product shipments, preferred pricing, direct billing, co-payment assistance, no-cost receivers,...

Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM), Dexcom, Diabetes, Green Shield, The Health Depot


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In brief: AZ MediQuip CEO, Tricare decision, DexCom 7 approval 

December 9, 2022HME News Staff

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – AZ MediQuip has named Lane Hamm CEO, replacing Mark Nicotera.  Hamm has a retail background, most recently serving as CEO of Weekends Only Furniture & Mattress, a family-owned company with eight stores and an e-commerce platform. While there, he led the company’s expansion into multiple markets and launched its e-commerce platform.  “With his strong resume and straightforward demeaner, I am delighted to pass on the leadership of AZ MediQuip to...

AZ MediQuip, Dexcom, TRICARE


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