RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Effective Use of Structured Self-Management of Blood Glucose in Type 2 Diabetes: Lessons From the STeP Study JF Clinical Diabetes FD American Diabetes Association SP 131 OP 138 DO 10.2337/diaclin.29.4.131 VO 29 IS 4 A1 Parkin, Christopher G. A1 Hinnen, Deborah A. A1 Tetrick, David L. YR 2011 UL http://clinical.diabetesjournals.org/content/29/4/131.abstract AB The Structured Testing Program (STeP) study used structured self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) as a component of a collaborative intervention. Study results showed significant clinical, behavioral, and quality-of-life benefits from the intervention. This article discusses some of the key lessons learned from the STeP study and presents a practical approach to incorporating and utilizing structured SMBG in primary care.