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The Field Guide
Six entries. None of them a closed door.
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Daily management, supplies, specialists, and the small things that add up.
§ 01 · Care Priorities
- ✦Endocrinology in-network
- ✦CGM and pump supplies covered
- ✦Insulin tier and monthly cost
- ✦Annual eye exam (retinopathy screening)
- ✦Dental coverage (gum disease risk)
§ 02 · Common Pitfalls
- ¶Cheapest premium often has highest insulin tier
- ¶CGM supplies sometimes excluded on Bronze plans
- ¶Annual diabetic eye exam left out of vision-less plans
§ 03 · What Advisors Look For
- →Insulin on Tier 1 or 2
- →$0–$50/month CGM supply cost
- →Endocrinologist 6-visit/year copay manageable
- →Out-of-pocket max you can plan around