I called my prescription drug carrier again and this time the phone clone actually took the trouble to consult the pharmacist. It seems that my Freestyle strips are covered after all by the plan. $20.00 copay for a 90 day supply if the doctor specifies that particular kind. They've got a deal.

I'm about to go for another A1c. Will do the comparison check and let you know.

Freestyle's been great for me. Wonder why yours is such a bummer.

BTW, I checked out the Glucerna Precision Soft-Tact system, which looks terrific. However, the strips don't seem to be covered and the meter's over $200.00. Maybe when my ship comes in....