Are you covered by Medicare? If so, then get all your insulin supply needs from US MED®. We supply both fast-acting and long-acting insulin. Our Customer Care Specialists will review your Medicare coverage and assist with getting you the right insulin. We bill Medicare directly and handle the document collection. We also send you convenient reminders when it’s time to reorder, so you never have to worry about running out of insulin.
INSULIN
How to administer insulin?
According to the CDC, there are 4 ways to take insulin:
- Use an insulin pump.
- Inject using syringes.
- Inject using an insulin pen.
- Use an insulin inhaler.
Is insulin covered by Medicare?
Yes! Based on your insurance, you may get your insulin through Medicare Part B or Medicare Part D. Speak with one of our Customer Care Specialist to determine Medicare coverage for your insulin needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fast-acting insulin, also known as mealtime or rapid insulin, works quickly to help control your blood sugar levels. They typically start to work 15 - 20 minutes after you take it and can last between 3 to 5 hours. On average they peak within 1 - 2 hours. This type of insulin is commonly used in insulin pumps. Fast Acting Insulin should be taken shortly before or right after eating.
Long-acting insulin is absorbed slowly, helping to stabilize your blood sugar levels throughout the day. They typically start working within 2-4 hours after taking them and can last up to 24 hours. Long-acting insulin is usually taken once per day.
Medical Review by Shirley DeLeon, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
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US MED® is America's primary choice for home delivery of quality medical supplies. Since 1996, over 500,000 satisfied patients have received disease state education and medical supplies from our highly trained customer service specialists. US MED®, the largest provider of Diabetic Supplies to the Medicare community, is licensed and accredited by Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) and maintains an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. We provide all products necessary to treat the Diabetes disease state, including therapies for its associated comorbidities. Our product portfolio includes, but is not limited to, the following: Diabetic testing strips, Continuous Glucose Monitors or CGMs, Insulin Pumps, Sleep Apnea and CPAP supplies, and Nebulizers.