diabetessource.com vs Costco Pharmacy for Diabetic Supplies
Costco offers cash pricing on test strips. Medicare-billed via DME usually beats it.
Costco offers cash pricing on test strips. Medicare-billed via DME usually beats it. For Medicare beneficiaries in the Phoenix metro, a Medicare-credentialed DME supplier almost always beats Costco Pharmacy retail prices — because Part B claims bypass the retail margin entirely.
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FAQ
Why pay less for diabetic supplies through us vs Costco Pharmacy?
Costco offers cash pricing on test strips. Medicare-billed via DME usually beats it. 25 Phoenix metro cities served, Medicare billed directly, no retail markup.
What does Costco Pharmacy charge for diabetic test strips?
Costco Pharmacy sells diabetic supplies at retail cash prices — typically marked up because Part B isn't billed at the register. Going through a DME supplier puts those supplies under Medicare Part B coverage.
Can I switch from Costco Pharmacy?
Yes. Call us with your Medicare card and current Costco Pharmacy prescription. We handle transfer paperwork with your prescriber. No gap in your supply.