Yes! The FreeStyle Libre 2 system is covered under Alberta government-sponsored health benefit plans for eligible patients. See more on eligibility below.
Yes! The FreeStyle Libre 2 system is covered under Alberta government-sponsored health benefit plans for eligible patients. See more on eligibility below.
Provincial reimbursement criteria includes Alberta residents 18 years of age and over living with diabetes that require:
Individuals living with diabetes under 18 years of age that require ongoing use of any insulin will also gain the opportunity for access to the FreeStyle Libre 2 flash glucose monitoring system.
Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 2 system represents a significant advancement in diabetes management. The system continues to be Canada’s leading sensor-based glucose monitoring system1. It is the most affordable technology and the only system that delivers 14 days of automatic glucose readings2 sent every minute30 directly to one’s smartphone34 .
To learn more about Alberta’s coverage of the FreeStyle Libre 2 system, visit the Alberta Drug Benefit List.
Non-Group Coverage (Group 1) – Click here to learn more
Coverage for Seniors (Group 66) – Click here to learn more
Palliative Coverage (Group 20514, Please note you may have Group 1 or Group 66 coverage) – Click here to learn more
Child and Family Services (Group 20403) – Click here to learn more
Alberta Child Health Benefit (Group 20400) – Click here to learn more
Children and Youth Services (Group 19824) – Click here to learn more
Income Support (Group 19823) – Click here to learn more
Alberta Human Services (AISH) (Group 19823) – Click here to learn more
Alberta Adult Health Benefit (AAHB) (Group 23609) – Click here to learn more
Coverage includes the FreeStyle Libre 2 system sensors and reader.
Eligible individuals will have coverage for up to a maximum of 1 reader per 3-year benefit period and 26 sensors for each benefit year.
First, talk to your healthcare professional to get a prescription. If you quality for reimbursement under a Alberta government-sponsored health benefit plan, your healthcare provider will submit a Special Authority request to Alberta Health on your behalf. Upon approval of your request, your claim for the FreeStyle Libre 2 System will be processed like any other claim at the local pharmacy.
Coverage for the FreeStyle Libre 2 system varies across different Alberta Health plans. For detailed information about cost coverage, deductibles, and co-payments, please visit this link to learn more.
Visit the Alberta Health website to learn more.
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The FreeStyle Libre 2 flash glucose monitoring system is indicated for measuring interstitial fluid glucose levels in people aged 4 years and older with diabetes mellitus. Always read and follow the label/insert.
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