UPDATED July 1, 2026
How to Sell Your Unused Diabetic Supplies for Cash
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What Diabetic Supplies Can Be Sold for Cash?
A wide range of sealed, unexpired diabetic supplies can be resold for cash. If you have extra supplies sitting in a drawer because your prescription changed, your insurance switched brands, or a loved one no longer needs them, there is likely a buyer for what you have. The most commonly sold categories include:
CGM Sensors
Dexcom G7 (standard & 15-day), Dexcom G6, FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus, FreeStyle Libre 3, FreeStyle Libre 14-Day, FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus, FreeStyle Libre 2, Medtronic Guardian Sensor 4.
Test Strips
Accu-Chek Aviva Plus, Accu-Chek Smartview, FreeStyle Lite, FreeStyle Regular, Contour, Contour Next, TrueMetrix, OneTouch Ultra - in 50ct and 100ct boxes.
Insulin Pumps & Pods
Omnipod 5 Starter Kit, Omnipod 5 (5-pack), Omnipod DASH (10-pack and 5-pack), Tandem Mobi pump supplies.
Infusion Sets & Accessories
Mio Advance, Medtronic Mio MMT, Quickset MMT, BD Pen Needles. Dexcom G6 and G7 transmitters accepted separately.
All accepted items must be factory-sealed with the original packaging intact, unexpired with at least 3 months remaining (with limited exceptions noted below), and not purchased through Medicare or Medicaid - federal law prohibits reselling federally-funded supplies.
How Much Can You Get for Diabetic Supplies?
Prices vary by product, brand, quantity, condition, and proximity to the expiration date. The figures below represent MINT-condition payouts: factory sealed, original box, 6 or more months to expiration. Items with minor box damage, a single-sensor format, or less time to expiration will receive adjusted offers.
PRODUCT
UP TO (MINT)
Dexcom G6 3-pack (Standard)
Up to $130
Omnipod 5 Starter Kit
Up to $220
Dexcom G7 15-Day Sensor
Up to $60
Dexcom G7 10-Day Sensor
Up to $40
FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus
Up to $35
Accu-Chek Aviva Plus 100ct
Up to $40
Dexcom G6 (Expired)
Up to $15
Complete pricing for all brands and sizes: View the full price sheet →
MINT vs. Dinged vs. Short-Dated: "MINT" means the original box is perfectly clean, sealed, and well within expiration. A box with dents, or any tiny sign of wear is "Dinged" which is often -5$ per item. Boxes with small tears, stains, etc. are considered damaged and are typically worth much less. "Short-dated" (under 3 months to expiration) receives a steeper deduction or may not be accepted. Always text a photo so the condition can be assessed accurately before you travel!
Payouts are updated regularly to reflect secondary market demand. The prices page reflects current rates.
Step-by-Step: How to Sell Your Supplies
The process is designed to be fast and friction-free. No online forms, no appointments, no mailed-in packages. Most sellers go from their first text to cash in hand in under two hours.
Typical timeline: under 2 hours start to finish
01
Take a Photo
Photograph the product box in good light. Make sure the brand name, item count, and expiration date are all clearly readable. Please include a photo of the seal, and any imperfections on the box even if slight. The better the photo, the faster and more accurate the quote.
02
Send a Text
Text the photo to (510) 774-2715 with a brief description: what you have, how many boxes or units, and your general location in the Bay Area. If you have multiple items, send photos for each - a single text thread covering everything is fine.
03
Get Your Quote
A confirmed price comes back within minutes, based on the current published price sheet. The quoted price is the price paid at meetup - no adjustments at the door unless the actual condition differs significantly from what the photo showed. You are not obligated to accept.
04
Meet and Get Paid
Pick a convenient spot anywhere in the East Bay - a parking lot, a coffee shop, your front door - and a time that works for you. Hand over the supplies; receive cash, Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, or PayPal instantly at handoff. Payment is immediate, not pending. No check in the mail, no waiting period, no account required on your end for cash.
Is It Legal to Sell Diabetic Supplies in California?
Yes. In California, it is legal to resell diabetic supplies that you legally own. No prescription is required to sell, and no ID check is performed. However, one important federal restriction applies regardless of state law.
The Medicare / Medicaid Rule
Federal law (42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7b) prohibits reselling medical supplies that were purchased using Medicare or Medicaid funds. Supplies funded by these federal programs belong, in legal effect, to the program - reselling them constitutes a federal violation regardless of which state you're in.
Supplies you can legally resell: Items purchased out-of-pocket, covered by private insurance (employer plans, ACA marketplace plans, COBRA, student health plans), or received as product samples.
Supplies you cannot legally resell: Any item billed to Medicare Part B, Medicaid (Medi-Cal in California), or any federal healthcare program. East Bay Test Strips requires all sellers to attest that their supplies were not funded through these programs and declines any transaction where federal funding is suspected.
If you are uncertain whether a past claim was processed through Medicare or Medicaid, review your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) documents or contact your insurance plan. When in doubt, consult with a licensed healthcare attorney in California.
Who Is Buying These Supplies?
Why the secondary market for diabetic supplies exists is simple: the price gap is staggering.
A single box of Dexcom G6 sensors can cost around $350—or more—without insurance. For those without coverage or with limited options, that price is out of reach. Individuals on high-deductible plans, caught between policies, undocumented residents, or young adults no longer covered by a parent’s plan often find themselves turning to alternative markets just to obtain the essentials they need to manage their diabetes day to day.
For the seller, it’s a straightforward exchange—they receive fair payment for unopened supplies that would otherwise go to waste. For the buyer, it’s a lifeline—affordable access to products that keep them healthy. East Bay Test Strips connects these two sides right here in our community, serving Oakland, Hayward, Fremont, Berkeley, San Leandro, and Richmond. We keep transactions local, fast, and straightforward: same-day handoffs, no waiting for checks to clear, and no worrying about shipments getting lost in the mail.
This isn’t a gray area—it’s a fully legal, transparent secondary market. And it serves a very real purpose: helping real people with a serious condition navigate tough financial realities with dignity and practicality.
Why Sell Locally vs. Shipping to a National Buyer?
Several national buyers - including NADS (National Diabetic Supplies) and similar mail-in services - accept diabetic supplies by mail. They are a legitimate option, but the tradeoffs compared to a local buyer are meaningful.
FACTOR
LOCAL BUYER SF Bay Area & Sacramento
NATIONAL MAIL-IN BUYER
Payment speed
Same day, at meetup
7–14 days by check
Price confirmation
Locked before meetup
Final price after receipt
Shipping risk
No shipping required
Lost or damaged packages
Geographic coverage
Bay Area & Sacramento
Nationwide
Transaction
Bay Area & Sacramento
Remote, delayed
The main strength of a national buyer is simple: they can serve sellers from coast to coast.
But if you're located in the Bay Area or Sacramento, going with a local buyer removes the wait, the hassle of packing and shipping, and the risk of getting a lower offer after your package has already been delivered. For most sellers in this region who have experienced both options, the local choice wins out—thanks to faster transactions and the peace of mind that comes with knowing exactly what you'll be paid, on the spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Sell Your Supplies?
Text a photo of what you have to get an instant quote.
(510) 774-2715 · Text preferred · Mon–Sun 8 AM – 8 PM