01/07/2022
Hi everyone
Diabetesandme is delighted to announce “officially” today government subsidised access to Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) for all Australians living with Type 1 diabetes , which means our entire Australian Type 1 diabetes community is now eligible to access CGM at a reduced cost of only $32.10 to $37.50 per month! Libre at 15.00 .
Details of this exciting CGM Subsidy Initiative and HOW to Access…
Q1. How can I access CGM via this initiative?
There are two pathways in which you can access subsidised Continuous Glucose Monitoring
1. Existing CGM users can qualify for streamlined access if they:
2 are an active user of CGM which you either self-fund and have been receiving the product directly from the supplier between 1 January 2022 and 1 June 2022, and
3 will be continuing to use the same CGM device
If you meet the above requirements, the process is as follows:
1. You will need to access the CGM expansion form https://www.ndss.com.au/cgm-expansion-form/
2. Validate your NDSS registration details using your Last Name and NDSS number
3. Complete the online form to confirm your contact details and the CGM device you are currently using AND consent to the information they have provided to be validated with the device supplier
4. NDSS will then contact the supplier to confirm validation
5. Once validated, you will receive a notification from NDSS. Following this, you will be able to order and collect subsidised CGM products from your local NDSS Access Point/Pharmacy
If you do not meet the requirements of an ‘existing active’ user, you will need to follow the 'New User' process, as detailed below:
1. You will need to review the eligibility criteria available https://www.ndss.com.au/about-the-ndss/cgm-initiative/ and speak to your Health Care Professional (HCP) to determine which CGM is right for you.
2. You and your HCP will then need to complete the relevant Access Form found https://www.ndss.com.au/about-the-ndss/cgm-initiative/ *Note – The form needs to be signed by your HCP
3. Diabetes Australia will then contact your to confirm eligibility for access to the Government subsidised CGM product
4. The initial CGM kit will be sent to your HCP for start and guidance
5. Following on from here, you will then be able to order and collect subsidised CGM products from your local NDSS Access Point/Pharmacy
Q2. How can I switch from one CGM product to another via this initiative?
If you are already using a subsidised CGM and want to switch to another product, you will simply need to speak with your HCP, and visit https://www.ndss.com.au/living-with-diabetes/managing-diabetes/continuous-glucose-monitoring/ for a switch form. You will need the help of your HCP to help you complete and sign the required form.
If you want to start cgm or switch then feel free to contact me
