Diabetes Supplies in South Dakota — 68,850+ Diabetics | MDS Diabetes

South Dakota Diabetes Rate vs National Average

South Dakota10.2%

National Average12%

Highest (WV)18.2%

Lowest (CO)8.1%

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

Type 1 Diabetes

3,442

~5% of diagnosed

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

Type 2 Diabetes

65,408

~95% of diagnosed

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

⚠️ Prediabetes in South Dakota: 202,000+ People

An estimated 202,000 South Dakota 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%.

South Dakota Diabetes Risk Factors

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Adult Obesity Rate

33.6%

National: 33.9%

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Physical Inactivity

25.7%

National: 25.3%

Above national average

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Undiagnosed Diabetics

19,100

National: 27.6% undiagnosed

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Annual Hospitalizations

4,680

National: Diabetes-related

South Dakota has not expanded Medicaid. Native American communities on reservations have significantly higher diabetes rates.

South Dakota Climate & Diabetes Supply Impact

🌤️ Seasonal Risk: Extreme cold winters, hot summers, severe weather

South Dakota presents both heat and cold challenges depending on season and region. Summer heat threatens insulin with temperatures potentially exceeding safe storage limits, while winter cold risks freezing insulin and reducing CGM sensor performance. Year-round supply management awareness is essential.

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.

South Dakota Diabetes Insurance Coverage

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Medicaid Expansion: NO — Not Expanded

South Dakota 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 South Dakota: 31,000+ 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 South Dakota Cities

Whether you live in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, or any of South Dakota's 66 counties, MDS Diabetes ships FSA/HSA eligible diabetes supplies directly to your door — free shipping on orders over $60.

Sioux FallsRapid CityAberdeenBrookingsWatertownMitchellYanktonPierre