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Diabetes support, included in your health plan

Posted: Jul 1, 2026
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Author: Chad Pook

Diabetes: Know the Risk, Know the Signs

Diabetes affects more than 40 million Americans, and Massachusetts is no exception. Millions more are at risk without knowing it. Recognizing your risk and the warning signs early can make a real difference for your long-term health. And if you are living with diabetes or want to lower your risk, your health plan through the Massachusetts Bankers Association Group Insurance Trust (GIT) offers tools, education, and coaching to help, at no additional cost.

Diabetes in Massachusetts

  • 560,000 Massachusetts adults have diagnosed diabetes
  • 31,000 are diagnosed in Massachusetts each year
  • 155 million+ Americans have diabetes or prediabetes

The costs are real. People with diagnosed diabetes have medical expenses about 2.6 times higher than people without it. In Massachusetts, diagnosed

diabetes costs an estimated $7.3 billion a year, part of $412.9 billion nationwide in 2022. Catching it early and managing it well is one of the best ways to protect both your health and your budget.

Source: American Diabetes Association, The Burden of Diabetes in Massachusetts, February 2026. diabetes.org


Know the Symptoms, Get Tested

Diabetes symptoms can be easy to miss. Common signs include feeling very thirsty or hungry, urinating often, extreme fatigue, blurry vision, and cuts or bruises that are slow to heal. If you notice any of these, or if it has been a while since your last screening, talk with your doctor about getting tested.


Support Through Your Plan

Through Teladoc Health (formerly Livongo), two programs are available depending on where you are in your health journey.

Diabetes Management

For members with type 1 or type 2 diabetes

Track your blood sugar with less hassle and get support the moment you need it.

  • A smart blood glucose meter that uploads readings automatically, with no Wi-Fi or smartphone required
  • Unlimited test strips and lancets shipped right to your door
  • Support from certified diabetes care and education specialists
  • Real-time tips after every check, with a coach reaching out if a reading is out of range

Connected blood glucose meter kit

Diabetes Prevention

For members at risk for type 2 diabetes

Build lasting habits and lower your risk with a plan tailored to you.

  • A smart scale shipped to your door
  • A CDC-recognized lesson plan to help you create healthy, lasting habits
  • Expert coaching on nutrition, meal planning, and activity
  • App tools to set goals, log food, and track your progress

Eligibility criteria apply. Members who already have diabetes do not qualify for the prevention program.

Connected smart scale with app

Included in Your GIT Plan

Covered, with nothing out of pocket.

The connected device, supplies, education, and coaching are all included, with no copay and nothing out of pocket. Getting started takes three steps: check your eligibility below, claim the kit that ships to your door, then activate your device and start tracking.

Check my eligibility

Livongo is now part of Teladoc Health and is in a brand transition phase, so you may receive products branded either Livongo or Teladoc Health. Other than the brand name, there is no difference between products. The device shown is a representative example, and the actual model you receive may differ. Eligibility is based on your individual coverage and is available to eligible members of participating GIT health plans. This message is general benefit information and is not medical advice.

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