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Smart watch to monitor blood sugar

Posted by lolakd @lolakd, Aug 14, 2025

I am considering a Smart Watch to monitor my blood sugar. Can anyone recommend one or tell their experience using one, good and bad. Thank you.

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rweiss1176 | @rweiss1176 | Aug 16, 2025
In reply to @celia16 "Are you wanting to monitor blood glucose due to having type 1 or 2 diabetes? From..." + (show)
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Are you wanting to monitor blood glucose due to having type 1 or 2 diabetes? From what I’ve read there is questionable reliability of blood glucose monitoring in which there is no placement of the sensor under the skin. I haven’t tried monitors that are on top of the skin, so I can’t comment. But, is there any reason you couldn’t try a continuous glucose monitor (sensor is under the skin)? There are quite a few options now. I think many insurance companies cover them too.

I use a cgm that’s built in to my insulin pump (Medtronic 780).

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The CGM is covered by Medicare as a durable medical equipment

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carbcounter | @carbcounter | Aug 16, 2025
In reply to @kenag "Given that neither Apple nor Samsung have the feature on their smart watches, it’s a very..." + (show)
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Given that neither Apple nor Samsung have the feature on their smart watches, it’s a very safe bet that the any such watch you find is a scam. If it were a reliable technology, both watches would have it.

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Exactamundo!
(and if they can add a noninvasive and accurate blood *pressure* reading at the same time, better yet!)

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lolakd | @lolakd | Aug 16, 2025
In reply to @celia16 "Oh, in that case, I would definitely recommend a continuance glucose monitor. Check out TCOYD for..." + (show)
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Oh, in that case, I would definitely recommend a continuance glucose monitor. Check out TCOYD for reviews on them. I read a lot about Dexcom and Libre. Although, not perfect, they can be a great tool in helping you identify trends, problem times, etc. And check for insurance coverage. Best wishes on meeting your goals.

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Thank you. Monday, I plan to contact my doctor to ask him to prescribe one of these. You have been very helpful. I’m new to this site and so glad I found it.
Blessings.

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celia16 | @celia16 | Aug 16, 2025
In reply to @lolakd "Thank you. Monday, I plan to contact my doctor to ask him to prescribe one of..." + (show)
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Thank you. Monday, I plan to contact my doctor to ask him to prescribe one of these. You have been very helpful. I’m new to this site and so glad I found it.
Blessings.

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Yes, I’m glad you found it too. Being a part of the global diabetes community is very important, imo. This particular site is unique in that it’s so active.

Above I referred to a cgm. It’s actually called a continuous glucose monitor, not continuance. My mistake. I know that, but didn’t catch it when I proofed the post. Lol.

Good luck. Please post what you decide.

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lolakd | @lolakd | Aug 16, 2025
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The CGM is covered by Medicare as a durable medical equipment

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Thank you.

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stonecrest619 | @stonecrest619 | Mar 6 1:15pm

Insurance discontinued my husband glucose monitoring coverage this year due to the fact that he’s not on insulin. He has problems drawing blood with a finger stick. Are there any alternatives?

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Mar 6 5:23pm
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Insurance discontinued my husband glucose monitoring coverage this year due to the fact that he’s not on insulin. He has problems drawing blood with a finger stick. Are there any alternatives?

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@stonecrest619 Appeal the denial, with a provider letter explaining why.

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stonecrest619 | @stonecrest619 | Mar 6 5:55pm

We’ve done that. Appreciate the feedback.

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celia16 | @celia16 | Mar 6 7:27pm
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Insurance discontinued my husband glucose monitoring coverage this year due to the fact that he’s not on insulin. He has problems drawing blood with a finger stick. Are there any alternatives?

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@stonecrest619 , that sounds bizarre. Not covering a cgm, even for type 2? Didn’t know that was legal.

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