The CGM adoption gap is worse than you think

A new study found that continuous glucose monitors can cut healthcare costs by about 20% while also improving outcomes for insulin-dependent diabetes patients, largely by reducing hospitalizations and emergency department visits. Despite these benefits and broad insurance coverage, roughly 80% of eligible patients still are not using the technology — highlighting a significant adoption gap.

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Top Story The CGM Adoption Gap Is Worse Than You Think A new study found that continuous glucose monitors can cut healthcare costs by about 20% while also improving outcomes for insulin-dependent diabetes patients, largely by reducing hospitalizations and emergency department visits. Despite these benefits and broad insurance coverage, roughly 80% of eligible patients still are not using the technology — highlighting a significant adoption gap. Sponsored Hancock Health's $1.1M Turnaround Presented by Mayo Clinic Platform How does a community hospital stop patient out-migration while remaining independent?  By leveraging the clinical expertise of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. Download the case study, Hancock Health's $1.1M Turnaround, to see how they built a profitable retention plan without sacrificing their autonomy.  Learn more

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