Get started with the Dexcom CGM hospital discharge program

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Get started with the Dexcom CGM hospital discharge program

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  • Program Overview

     

    Reduce diabetes-related hospitalizations1

    Initiate patients on the Dexcom G7 15 Day and Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Systems for better diabetes management after discharge2–at no cost to your hospital.

     

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    Data shows that initiating patients on Dexcom CGM resulted in:

    ~50% reduced diabetes-related inpatient visits*,3

    35% reduced diabetes-related inpatient admission costs†,4

    Diabetes increases the risk of a 30-day hospital readmission by up to 2.5 times.5-7 Our hospital discharge program is an opportunity to initiate Dexcom CGM and help lower their risk of diabetes-related hospitalizations.

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    Man making a smoothie while wearing the Dexcom G7 15 Day Sensor

    Empower patients to win by taking control of their health

    This program provides a trial of the Dexcom G7 15 Day CGM for adult patients or Dexcom G7 CGM for pediatric patients discharged from the hospital who have been identified as appropriate candidates. Dexcom G7 15 Day and G7 CGM enables patients to see their glucose in real time, how fast their levels are changing, and the impact of food and activity.

    Clinical Resources

    Features designed to support exceptional results

    Fast onboarding, more intuitive login

    Getting started is easier than ever, and patients can now use facial recognition or thumbprint to log in.

    Customizable safety alerts

    The app has features like the Urgent Low Soon alert that helps protect from severe hypoglycemia and DKA.8-11

    Freedom to choose

    Dexcom G7 and G7 15 Day CGM connect with major automated insulin delivery (AID) systems and digital health apps.‡

    It’s easy—and free—for patients to get started

    The Dexcom G7 15 Day and Dexcom G7 hospital discharge program provides everything patients need to get started with a free trial§ so they can quickly be on their way to easier diabetes management.

    The trial kit includes:

    • Instructions
      Dexcom G7 15 Day or Dexcom G7 setup guide, instructions for use, and an
      activation card
    • Applicator
      Simple sensor insertion with the push of a button
    • All-in-one sensor
      Measures glucose levels through a thin filament that sits just beneath the skin

    Patients need a compatible smartphone to participate in the trial program.

    98% of patients have coverage for Dexcom G7 15 Day (for adults) or Dexcom G7 (for pediatric patients)||,¶,12

     

    Patients who want to continue on Dexcom G7 15 Day (adult patients) or G7 (pediatric patients) will need a prescription. To ensure there is no lapse in use, it is recommended that a prescription be provided at discharge with the instruction to obtain their first Dexcom CGM System at the hospital pharmacy.

    Dexcom G7 15 day Box

      

    *Retrospective analysis of US healthcare claims data using Optum's Clinformatics® database in patients with Type 2 Diabetes on intensive insulin therapy who initiated Dexcom CGM. Diabetes related events were assessed 12 months pre and post-index. †Retrospective analysis of Optum Research Database administrative claims data for T2D patients (N=571) after initiation of Dexcom CGM. ‡Dexcom is working with pump partners to accelerate integration availability with AID systems. Dexcom G7 is available for patients using an AID system until Dexcom G7 15 Day integrations are available. §For a list of compatible devices, visit http://dexcom.com/compatibility. IIIncludes both pharmacy and medical benefit coverage. ¶Individual pricing may vary depending on commercial insurance coverage.

    1 Garg SK, et al. Diabetes Obes Metab. 2024;26(11):5202-5210. 2 Galindo RJ, et al. Diabetes. 2021;70(Suppl1):613-P. 3 Hannah KL, et al. Adv Ther. 2024;41(6):2299-2306. 4 Norman GJ, eta. Diabetes Technol Her. 2022;24(7):520-524. 5 Enomoto LM, et al. J Diabetes Complicat. 2017;31(1):122-127. 6 Sonmez H, et al. J Diabetes Complicat. 2017;31(12):1681-1685. 7 Ostling S, et al. Clin Diab Endocrinol. 2017:3(1):1-8. 8 Puhr S, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2019;21(4):155-158. 9 Acciaroli G, et al. J Diabetes Technol. 2022;16(3):677-682. 10 Dexcom G7 User Guide. 11 Dexcom G7 15 Day User Guide. 12 Data on file (VV-06085). Dexcom; 2025.

  • Hospital Discharge Guide

     

    Resources for patients and providers 

    Navigate through this guide to learn about the functionality and clinical benefits of Dexcom CGM and access tailored plans for adults and pediatric patients. You will also find resources for patients, FAQs, information about our healthcare provider podcast, and more.

    You can also click the Contact Us button within the guide if you would like to speak with one of our representatives.

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