While upper back pain is not as common as low back pain, the causes are often the same and include muscle strain or irritation (most common), injury to the spine leading to slipped disc or degeneration, or the pinching of a nerve in the back. ...Read more.
Diabetes supplies covered by Medicare Part B. The amount of blood glucose monitoring supplies covered by Medicare Part B varies for insulin-and non-insulin-dependent patients. Insulin-dependent patients qualify for up to 100 test strips and lancets per month and one lancet device every six months.
Glucose monitors and the strips you use each time you test your blood vary widely in price. There are about 75 different kinds. Many are covered by insurance, as well as Medicare, so finding one that your doctor recommends, and that your coverage will pay for, can help you obtain one that is affordable.