Is Dexcom G4 discontinued?

This coming June 2020, Dexcom will discontinue the sale of transmitters for the Dexcom G4 PLATINUM and Dexcom G5 Mobile Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Systems. Further, Dexcom Studio will no longer be available for download, and we will discontinue support for the software on December 31st, 2020.

How much does a Dexcom G4 cost?

Although the actual cash price is $1,198, most insurers have agreements with Dexcom to pay a discounted price for the patients they cover – the benefits of buying in bulk! A sensor four-pack will have an official cash price of $349, which will drop to a discounted price of about $260 depending on the insurer.

What is Dexcom G4 Platinum?

The G4 Platinum is a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) from Dexcom. Released in 2012, the G4 Platinum follows up on the success of the Seven Plus CGM. The G4 Platinum includes a small sensor which is worn on the body and tracks glucose levels at 5 minute intervals throughout the day with a strong level of accuracy.

Is the Dexcom G5 still available?

By the end of 2020, Dexcom will stop selling G4 PLATINUM and G5 Mobile CGM sensors. On June 30 of 2020, the Dexcom Share 2 app will stop working. After this date, Dexcom followers for people using the G4 sensor will stop receiving blood sugar readings.

When does the Dexcom G4 PLATINUM go out of production?

Dexcom cannot guarantee the availability of Dexcom G4 PLATINUM and Dexcom G5 Mobile sensors beyond December 31st, 2020. Dexcom or your distributor will discuss your individual path to upgrade to the Dexcom G6 the next time you place an order for supplies.

Can you sell an expired Dexcom G6 transmitter?

You can sell expired Dexcom sensors as well to be refurbished. Companies will use parts of the Dexcom G6 in order to create a refurbished sensor that is just as good as a brand new sensor.

What kind of CGM sensor does Dexcom use?

This CGM sensor is used in conjunction with either the Dexcom G4 Platinum or G5 Mobile line of DexCom products. This super thin sensor needle is not only simple to use and wear, but it is also virtually painless in all ways.

How does a Dexcom G4 glucose sensor work?

These Dexcom G4 and G5 platinum Continuous Glucose Monitoring sensors are made up of an applicator, a sensor pod, and sensor wire. You need to remove the applicator after insertion. The sensor pod stays on your skin for the entire sensor session, which is up to 7 days. The pod is made of a plastic, adhesive patch.