Abstract: A combined peripheral and health monitoring device for use with a computer is disclosed. The device can include a sensor adapted to sense one or more medical parameters such as blood glucose levels, medical circuitry in communication with the sensor for processing the one or more sensed medical parameters, and a communications interface for transmitting and receiving data back and forth between the device and the computer.

Abstract: Programmable health monitoring devices, systems, and methods for the monitoring of medical parameters are disclosed. An illustrative health monitoring device can include reward circuitry including a reward algorithm or routine for encouraging the monitoring of medical parameters, and a communications interface for transmitting and/or receiving reward data and/or medical data back and forth between the health monitoring device and one or more other devices in communication with the health monitoring device. A display panel can be configured to display various medical and reward parameters, including the user' current and/or past test readings as well as any rewards or incentives earned for complying with the one or more goals determined by the reward algorithm or routine. A user interface can be utilized to program various reward criteria and/or reward codes into the health monitoring device as well as perform other functions.