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BCBSM and BCN Make Changes to Pharmacy Coverage of Glucose Monitors and Test Strips

Posted: 09/17/2025

Effective November 1, 2025 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are implementing changes to pharmacy coverage for glucose monitors and strips affecting both commercial and Medicare Advantage members. The following glucose monitors will be covered at the pharmacy effective 11/01/2025:

  • Accu-Chek® Guide
  • Accu-Chek® Guide Me
  • Contour® Next
  • Contour® Next EZ
  • Contour® Next GEN
  • Contour® Next ONE

The following test strips will be covered at the pharmacy effective 11/01/2025. Commercial members should expect an out-of-pocket cost associated with the test strips listed below: 

  • Accu-Chek® Aviva Plus Test Strips
  • Accu-Chek® Guide Test Strips
  • Accu-Chek® SmartView Test Strips
  • Contour® Test Strips
  • Contour® Next Test Strips
  • Contour® Plus Test Strips

Beginning November 1, 2025, all other glucose monitors and strips will no longer be covered at the pharmacy. BCBSM and BCN will contact members about this change and encourage them to reach out to their doctor. 

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