Addressing Disparities Using Continuous Glucose Monitors and Remote Patient Monitoring for Youth With Type 1 Diabetes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Youth with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and public insurance have lower diabetes technology use. This pilot study assessed the feasibility of a program to support continuous glucose monitor (CGM) use with remote patient monitoring (RPM) to improve glycemia for youth with established T1D and public insurance.

Methods

From August 2020 to June 2023, we provided CGM with RPM support via patient portal messaging for youth with established T1D on public insurance with challenges obtaining consistent CGM supplies. We prospectively collected hemoglobin A_1c (HbA_1c), standard CGM metrics, and diabetes technology use over 12 months.

Results

The cohort included 91 youths with median age at enrollment 14.7 years, duration of diabetes 4.4 years, 33% non-En

SUBMITTER: Lee MY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11664559 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature