At each visit, be sure you have a:

• blood pressure check
• foot check
• weight check
• review of your self-care plan

Two times each year, have an:

• A1C test. It may be checked more often if it is over 7.

Once each year, be sure you have a:

• cholesterol test
• complete foot exam
• dental exam to check teeth and gums
• dilated eye exam to check for eye problems
• flu shot
• urine and a blood test to check for kidney problems

At least once in your lifetime, get a:

• pneumonia (nu-mo-nya) shot
• hepatitis B (HEP-uh-TY-tiss) shot

Medicare and diabetes.

If you have Medicare, check to see how your plan covers diabetes care. Medicare covers some of the costs for:

• diabetes education
• diabetes supplies
• diabetes medicine
• visits with a dietitian
• special shoes, if you need them

Actions you can take

• Ask your health care team about these and other tests you may need. Ask what your results mean.
• Write down the date and time of your next visit.
• Use the card at the back of this booklet to keep a record of your diabetes care.
• If you have Medicare, check your plan.