Question

A 62-year-old with type 2 diabetes and obesity (BMI 38) on metformin asks about continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) even though not on insulin. According to ADA 2025, what is reasonable?

Accepted Answer

CGM considered for adults with type 2 on agents beyond insulin if it improves outcomes

Answer

CGM only for type 1 diabetes

Answer

CGM contraindicated in type 2

Answer

CGM only if A1C >10%

Answer

CGM only if on multiple daily insulin injections

Practice question

A 62-year-old with type 2 diabetes and obesity (BMI 38) on metformin asks about continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) even though not on insulin. According to ADA 2025, what is reasonable?