Effective for dates of service beginning Jan. 1, 2026, Accu-Chek will become the preferred brand for blood glucose meters and test strips for members of Tufts Medicare Preferred, Tufts Health One Care, and Tufts Senior Care Options. LifeScan’s One Touch test strips and meters will be moved to non-formulary status and will no longer be covered under the patient’s benefit.
To help ensure a smooth transition, we encourage you to discuss this upcoming change with patients who currently use One Touch supplies.
We also recommend writing a new prescription for Accu-Chek products prior to the change going into effect at the start of the new year — as Accu-Chek products are available now for these members and Accu-Chek meters can be obtained at no cost.
For information on blood glucose meters and test strips for other products, such as Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Commercial, Tufts Health Direct, and Tufts Health Plan Commercial, refer to this article in the July newsletter.