Lancet
Also known as: Finger Stick Lancet
A small, sterile needle used to prick the fingertip (or alternate site) to produce a blood drop for glucose testing.
Lancets are single-use needles used with a lancing device to obtain the small blood drop needed for a glucose test strip. They range from 28 to 36 gauge — the higher the gauge number, the thinner and less painful the needle. Most modern lancets are 30–33 gauge.
A lancing device holds the lancet, sets penetration depth, and fires on a spring-loaded mechanism, making testing faster and more consistent. Alternate-site lancing (palm, forearm) is possible with some devices but may miss rapid glucose changes.
Medicare Part B covers lancets and lancing devices as DME supplies, on the same coverage schedule as test strips. Lancets are typically packaged 100 per box. Most beneficiaries receiving test strips receive lancets automatically from their DME supplier.
Frequently asked
What is Lancet?
A small, sterile needle used to prick the fingertip (or alternate site) to produce a blood drop for glucose testing. Lancets are single-use needles used with a lancing device to obtain the small blood drop needed for a glucose test strip. They range from 28 to 36 gauge — the higher the gauge number, the thinner and less painful the needle. Most modern lancets are 30–33 gauge.
How does Lancet relate to Medicare coverage?
Medicare Part B covers most durable medical equipment related to Lancet. Contact us to verify your specific coverage for related diabetic supplies.
Where can I get diabetic supplies related to Lancet in Phoenix?
We deliver Medicare-covered diabetic supplies throughout the Phoenix metro area. Call us or complete the form above to verify your coverage.