Rite Aid Pharmacists: Your Dedicated Diabetes Experts. American Diabetes Association Partnership Rite Aid is committed to providing the everyday products and services that help our …

Pharmacists Trained in Diabetes Management Our pharmacists are specially trained in diabetes and can answer any of your questions on: • Diabetes care plans • Recommended prescription and over-the-counter medications • Medicare billing for diabetes testing supplies In addition, we have Diabetes Care Specialists, pharmacists who have completed an advanced clinical training program in diabetes care, cardiovascular care, nutrition, and weight management. Their purpose is to help patients who need extra care, serve as a resource for other pharmacists, and promote diabetes awareness within the community. A Hassle-Free Pharmacy Experience The Rite Aid Pharmacy is diabetes-friendly by design. We’ve been billing Medicare Part B for diabetes supplies since 1997. We help make your testing a little easier by accepting assignment* of your benefits for: • Blood glucose monitors • Blood glucose test strips • Lancets for finger sticks • Spring-powered lancet devices • Blood glucose monitor batteries • Calibrating solutions You pay only your deductible or co-pay, and we’ll collect the rest from Medicare. Just present your Medicare Part B card to our pharmacy staff, tell us what you need, and we’ll do the rest. Riteaiddiabetes. com: A Trusted Source for Diabetes Information Rite Aid has a website full of timely, trustworthy information about diabetes. Riteaiddiabetes. com (Spanish version at riteaiddiabetesespanol.com) offers advice on everything from insulin to healthy recipes. It also provides a link to the ADA’s website for even more information. While you’re on our site, don’t forget to sign up for our free email newsletter with recipes, helpful tips, news about medical advances and special offers. Diabetes At-A-Glance With the right diet, exercise, testing and medication, diabetes can be controlled, and patients can live long and healthy lives. In the next few pages, you’ll learn about the different types of diabetes, what the symptoms are, and tips and tools to help you live with this condition. But remember, the information in this guide should not take the place of talking to your doctor or health professional. What is Diabetes?

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