Who Qualifies
18+ Years of Age, Columbus, OH Resident.
You must be above the age of 18 to participate in the pilot program. You must also reside in Franklin County.
Meets Income Requirements.
You must be Medicaid eligible in order to qualify for the pilot. If you are not sure if you are Medicaid eligible, please contact your doctor or contact us.
Non-CGM User.
Participants cannot currently be using a CGM device, or have had used one in the last 90 days.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 3 system used for example purposes only
Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 3 system used for example purposes only
How CGM Works. Say Goodbye to Finger Pricks!
CGM provides real-time glucose readings throughout the day and night. Small, wearable CGM devices replace the finger sticks of traditional blood glucose testing. Most CGM sensors are tiny self-applied devices that sit partially beneath the skin. They come with an inserter and have built-in adhesive to help them stick to your skin. Easily check your glucose levels with a painless 3,5 one-second scan instead of a finger stick.
The sensor measures glucose levels at regular intervals and stores the readings. A handheld reader allows you to scan the glucose sensor to collect your information. You may be able to use a smartphone app so that you don't have to carry around an extra device. CGM gives you a view of your glucose levels over time; it can help you keep track of past glucose levels and provide insights into future trends.
Rather than taking glucose readings from your blood, CGM sensor readings are taken from interstitial fluid, a thin layer of fluid that surrounds the tissue cells below your skin. As carbohydrates are digested, glucose enters your bloodstream before it is absorbed into the interstitial fluid. Now with optional, real-time glucose alarms that notify you if you go too low or too high.