Don’t Miss This Diabetes News! MEDICARE REMOVES AN OLD RULE
Medicare has recently announced a change in its procedure for supplying an important diabetes tool — and it’s huge! Living with diabetes is no easy feat, but certain tools can help those with diabetes better track their well-being and blood
BANANA BARSWITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING As of July 2021, that rule is null and void. Today, any person with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes who is on insulin can qualify for a CGM, which can help patients better track and manage their diabetes. Our very own Jason Mackey has diabetes, and he knows firsthand how life-changing a CGM can be. As the name suggests, CGMs can continually track a patient’s glucose levels, providing them with continual and up-to- date readings. This can prevent diabetes- related issues, and it can also help patients make the best decisions for their health. Additionally, doing away with this outdated and unfounded rule creates greater access for those with diabetes. Despite requiring at least four finger pricks per day to receive the CGM, Medicare only provided diabetes patients with three test strips. Enrollees were on the hook for at least one costly
strip. Furthermore, the cost of a CGM can be very high. If the need for a CGM was urgent, a patient with diabetes may not have the capacity to undergo four finger pricks per day in order to obtain the monitor.
sugar levels. Among these tools are continuous glucose monitors (CGM).
Medicare has provided CGMs to its recipients in the past, but rules set in place because of unfounded claims have made these monitors nearly impossible for Medicare enrollees to obtain through the program. In the past, people with diabetes had to undergo four finger prick tests each day and track their results. Medicare’s experts claimed there were scientific reasons for doing so, but many experts have found this number to be completely arbitrary.
Simply put: This rule was outdated, costly, and not based in fact.
But the good news is that this is no longer a requirement! If you have diabetes, are on insulin, and would like to receive your CGM, please contact our team today. We can help you access this valuable product so you can live a full, healthy life despite a diabetes diagnosis.
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DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter and sugar for 5–7 minutes with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla and beat until smooth. 3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine with the wet mixture. Stir in bananas. 4. In a greased pan, spread the mixture evenly and bake for 20–25 minutes. Remove from oven to cool. 5. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, remaining 1/2 cup butter, and vanilla until the mixture is fluffy for frosting. Gradually beat in enough powdered sugar to achieve desired consistency. 6. When bars are completely cool, frost and cut into squares. Store in the refrigerator.
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup butter, softened and divided
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sour cream 1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
2 ripe bananas, mashed
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tsp vanilla extract
4 cups powdered sugar
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