Advancing Diabetes Care: Policy Perspectives on Technology Access | Recording-Advancing Diabetes Care Policy Perspectives on Technology Access

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The recent webinar titled "Advancing Diabetes Care, Policy Perspectives on Technology Access" was moderated by Dr. Estella Everett. The session began with introductions and an overview of the agenda, focusing on the interplay between diabetes technology and health policy. Dr. Ananta Adala and Aaron Turner-Pfeiffer were the key speakers, each bringing a unique perspective to the discussion.<br /><br />Dr. Adala emphasized the disparities in access to diabetes technology, particularly for underinsured and racially marginalized communities. She highlighted data showing how insurance-mediated interruptions in access to continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and other diabetes technologies can worsen health outcomes. Dr. Adala argued for the importance of equitable distribution of these technologies as a modifiable factor that can significantly impact A1C levels.<br /><br />Aaron Turner-Pfeiffer of Breakthrough T1D focused on the policy side, detailing the progress made in obtaining insurance coverage for diabetes technologies. He highlighted ongoing challenges such as insurer preferences for certain devices and the migration of CGM coverage to drug formularies, noting these factors' potential impacts on patient access.<br /><br />The webinar also addressed the critical role of data in influencing both policy and clinical practice, advocating for the removal of bureaucratic barriers that limit access to essential diabetes care technologies. The session concluded with a Q&A where presenters answered questions about Medicaid policy, access for non-insulin-dependent type 2 diabetes patients, and the implications of recent Medicare changes. Overall, the webinar underscored the need for continued advocacy and data-driven policy-making to enhance technology access and improve diabetes care outcomes.

Keywords

Diabetes Care

Health Policy

Technology Access

Dr. Estella Everett

Dr. Ananta Adala

Aaron Turner-Pfeiffer

Disparities

Continuous Glucose Monitoring

Insurance Coverage

Data-Driven Policy

Medicare Changes