Some Preferred Diabetic Suppliers are Changing for MA Members in 2026

Effective Jan. 1, 2026, Abbott (Freestyle) and Trividia (True Metrix) will be the preferred suppliers for glucometers, test strips, and lancets for Medicare Advantage (MA) members in all Highmark regions. This represents a change from 2025, as Lifescan (OneTouch) and Roche (Accu-Chek) will no longer be preferred suppliers of diabetic products.

Abbott, a preferred supplier in 2025, will be joined by Trividia in 2026. If members are unable to use the preferred brands of diabetic supplies for any reason, there are still two ways for them to continue to receive their diabetic supplies at no cost:

• Obtain their diabetic supplies through a participating durable medical equipment (DME) supplier.
• Have their provider submit a coverage determination for the non-preferred brand.

What Isn’t Changing

There are no changes for Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) devices, sensors, and transmitters for MA members, as Abbott and Dexcom will continue to be preferred suppliers for those products.

Regional Information: See Tables Below

Glucometers/Test Strips/Lancets

CGMs/Sensors/Transmitters