How to photograph diabetic supplies for a quote
The short version: Take three kinds of photos: the front of each box, the end showing the expiration date and lot number, and a close-up of any damage. Use daylight, lay the boxes flat, and make sure the dates are readable. That is what lets a buyer text back one firm number.
The three photos that matter
1. The front of the box
This tells us the exact product: the brand, the model, the count, and details like whether a Dexcom G7 box is the 10-day or 15-day version, or which Omnipod 5 version it is. Those details change the offer.
2. The end with the expiration date and lot number
Look for the hourglass symbol and the letters LOT, usually on an end flap or the bottom. The date decides which price step the box falls into, and the lot number lets us check for recalls before you drive or ship.
3. Any damage
A dented corner, a tear, a sticker. Showing it up front means the offer already accounts for it. See the box condition guide for what does and doesn't matter.
Tips for photos we can actually read
- Use daylight near a window. Overhead kitchen lights cause glare on glossy boxes.
- Lay the boxes flat on a table or counter, not on a patterned bedspread.
- Tap the screen on the date to focus before you take the picture.
- If you have several of the same product, fan them out so every expiration date shows, or stack them with the date ends facing the camera.
- Don't use filters or crop tightly. We want to see the whole box.
If you have a lot of boxes
For 20 or more boxes, take one wide photo of everything and then group by product. A short list helps: "6 Dexcom G7 exp 08/2027, 4 Omnipod 5 exp 05/2027." We will ask for close-ups of anything we need.
Where to send them
Text the photos to (469) 248-7159, or attach them to the quote form on this page. We reply with an offer, usually within the hour during business hours.
Common questions
Do I have to send photos to get an offer?
No. A typed list with the brand, count, and expiration dates works. Photos just let us give you an exact number the first time instead of a range.
Can I send one photo of everything together?
Yes, as a start. For more than a few boxes, a group photo plus a list of the expiration dates is the fastest way to get an accurate offer.
Should I cover my name on the pharmacy label?
You can. Put a piece of paper over it for the photo. Don't peel the label off.
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