Impact of Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose Frequency on Glycemic Control in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Impact of Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose Frequency on Glycemic Control in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

To determine if the frequency of blood glucose testing in patients with type 2 diabetes who are being treated with diet and exercise alone or diet and exercise plus oral agents will impact the HbA1c level.

To determine the impact of SMBG frequency on blood glucose control in patients receiving systematic diabetes management education through Type 2 Diabetes BASICS at International Diabetes Center.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Type 2 diabetes
• Treatment with diet and exercise alone or with the addition of 1 or 2 oral agents
• Enrolled in Type 2 BASICS program
• A1c between 7.0 and 11%, inclusive
• Able to understand spoken English

Exclusion Criteria:

• Insulin therapy
• Unable/unwilling to perform SMBG
• Participating in another research study
• Currently performing SMBG >3 times/week