Table.
Scorecard for Self‐Monitoring of Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose
| Variable | Blood Pressure | Blood Glucose |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended by professional organization | Yes (JNC 7) | Yes (ADA) |
| Reimbursed by Medicare | No | Yes |
| Cost of monitors | $70 | $70 |
| Cost of measurement | None | $0.70–$1 |
| Discomfort for patient | No | Yes |
| Predicts morbidity | Yes | Unproven |
| Used for diagnosis | Yes | No |
| Improves control | Yes | Yes |
| Lowers morbidity | Unproven | Unproven |
| JNC 7=The Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure; ADA=American Diabetes Association | ||