Diabetes Supplies in Florida — 2,180,000+ Diabetics | MDS Diabetes

Florida Diabetes Rate vs National Average

Florida12.9%

National Average12%

Highest (WV)18.2%

Lowest (CO)8.1%

Source: CDC BRFSS 2024 · Diagnosed diabetes among adults 18+

Type 1 Diabetes

109,000

~5% of diagnosed

Autoimmune — requires insulin therapy. CGM is essential for Type 1 management.

Type 2 Diabetes

2,071,000

~95% of diagnosed

Metabolic — managed with lifestyle, oral meds, or insulin. CGM increasingly recommended.

⚠️ Prediabetes in Florida: 5,070,000+ People

An estimated 5,070,000 Florida adults have prediabetes — blood sugar above normal but below diabetes threshold. Without intervention, 15-30% will develop Type 2 diabetes within 5 years. Many don't know they have it. The CDC Diabetes Prevention Program can reduce risk by 58%.

Florida Diabetes Risk Factors

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Adult Obesity Rate

31%

National: 33.9%

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Physical Inactivity

25.1%

National: 25.3%

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Undiagnosed Diabetics

606,000

National: 27.6% undiagnosed

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Annual Hospitalizations

148,000

National: Diabetes-related

Florida has 2.18 million diagnosed diabetics and the highest Medicare enrollment of any state. The year-round subtropical heat makes insulin storage critical — cars can exceed 130°F in summer. Florida has not expanded Medicaid.

Florida Climate & Diabetes Supply Impact

🌡️ Heat Risk: Subtropical heat and humidity year-round, 90°F+ summers, hurricane season

Heat is the #1 enemy of insulin and diabetes supplies in Florida. Insulin exposed to temperatures above 86°F begins degrading within hours and is completely destroyed at temperatures above 104°F. Cars in Florida summer can reach 130-150°F inside — never leave insulin in a vehicle. A quality insulin cooler is not optional for Florida residents.

Insulin Temperature Safety Guide

Below 32°F (0°C)

Insulin FREEZES — permanently destroyed. Do not use frozen insulin.

36-46°F (2-8°C)

Ideal refrigerator storage for unopened insulin. Safe for months.

59-77°F (15-25°C)

Room temperature — opened insulin safe for 28-30 days (most brands).

Above 86°F (30°C)

Insulin begins degrading — effectiveness reduced within hours.

Above 104°F (40°C)

Rapid degradation. Insulin DESTROYED. Never use.

Florida Diabetes Insurance Coverage

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Medicaid Expansion: NO — Not Expanded

Florida has NOT expanded Medicaid. Many low-income adults who would qualify in expanded states do not have coverage for CGM sensors or insulin pumps. FSA/HSA accounts and direct purchase from MDS Diabetes are important alternatives.

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Medicare in Florida: 980,000+ Diabetic Enrollees

Medicare Part B covers CGM sensors (Dexcom G7, FreeStyle Libre 3) as durable medical equipment at 80% after deductible for insulin-treated diabetics. Part D covers insulin and oral medications. Prior authorization is typically required. Learn more at our Medicare Coverage Guide →

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FSA & HSA — Works in All 50 States

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) can be used to purchase insulin coolers, CGM overpatches, medical alert ID, test strips, glucose meters, and more at MDS Diabetes — regardless of state Medicaid expansion status. FSA funds expire December 31. See full FSA/HSA guide →

National Diabetes Ranking — Top 10 States

18.2%

17%

16.1%

15.7%

15.5%

14.9%

14.7%

14.5%

13.2%

Source: CDC BRFSS 2024 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

MDS Diabetes Ships to All Florida Cities

Whether you live in Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, or any of Florida's 67 counties, MDS Diabetes ships FSA/HSA eligible diabetes supplies directly to your door — free shipping on orders over $60.