Updated 24 February 2020 Changes from 1 March 2020 The Australian Government is including the FreeStyle Libre flash glucose monitoring (Flash GM) system on the list of products subsidised through the NDSS. All products provided will continue to be fully subsidised with no co-payment. From 1 March 2020, FreeStyle Libre sensors will be available to all people who are eligible to access products through the NDSS. This includes: Children and young people aged under 21 years with type 1 diabetes; Women with type 1 diabetes who are actively planning pregnancy, pregnant, or immediately post pregnancy; Children and young people under 21 years with conditions very similar to type 1 diabetes who require insulin; and People with type 1 diabetes, aged 21 years or older, who have a valid concessional status. How to activate the Freestyle Libre sensor To activate the FreeStyle Libre sensor, either: download the FreeStyle LibreLink mobile app onto a compatible smartphone or smart device from freestylelibre.com.au/glucose-monitoring-system/librelink-app OR once approved as an eligible registrant, you can order a free FreeStyle Libre Reader by calling the product manufacturer directly via the Abbott Diabetes Care Helpline on 1800 801 478, rather than through NDSS Access Points. Updated Continuous and Flash Glucose Monitoring Access forms are available. Applications must be submitted on these new forms. Eligibility criteria streamlined The Government is streamlining the eligibility criteria to access subsidised products through the NDSS. From 1 March 2020, people aged 21 years or older with type 1 diabetes, with valid concessional status, will no longer need to demonstrate ‘high clinical need’ to access subsidised products. Updated Continuous and Flash Glucose Monitoring Access forms are for people aged 21 years or older with type 1 diabetes, with valid concessional status, are available. Applications under the streamlined eligibility criteria must be submitted on the new form. There are no other changes to eligibility criteria for other eligibility groups. Department of Health advice to diabetes health professionals about the changes from 1 March 2020. Frequently asked questions Do you have any questions about the changes from 1 March 2020? Read our frequently asked questions here: Frequently asked questions: for health professionals
