Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more Medicare patients with diabetes are currently eligible* for coverage of the FreeStyle Libre 2 system or the FreeStyle Libre 14 day system.
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more Medicare patients with diabetes are currently eligible* for coverage of the FreeStyle Libre 2 system or the FreeStyle Libre 14 day system.
CGM = continuous glucose monitoring
Ask your healthcare professional for a prescription. It must include both the reader and sensors to be eligible†‡§‖ for Medicare coverage. Our Medicare Guide includes a list of suppliers who can help you understand your coverage and fill your prescription for the system you prefer.
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† Medicare coverage is available for the FreeStyle Libre 2 system if a compatible smartphone is used in conjunction with the FreeStyle Libre 2 reader to review glucose data. Medicare and other third party payor criteria apply.
‡ FreeStyle Libre 14 day sensors communicate with the FreeStyle Libre 14 day readers that started them or the FreeStyle LibreLink app that started it. A sensor started by the FreeStyle Libre 14 day reader will also communicate with the FreeStyle LibreLink app once the FreeStyle LibreLink app is used to scan the sensor.
§ You cannot use both the FreeStyle Libre 2 reader and the FreeStyle Libre 2 app to scan the same FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor for glucose readings. If you start the Sensor with the App, then you cannot use the Reader to scan for glucose readings and if you start the Sensor with the Reader, then you cannot use the App to scan for glucose readings. Whichever device you start the Sensor with will receive alarms.
‖ Medicare coverage is available for FreeStyle Libre 14 day systems for cell phone use if FreeStyle LibreLink is used in conjunction with the FreeStyle Libre 14 day readers. Patients must meet Medicare eligibility coverage criteria LCD L33822 (July 2021). Local Coverage Article: Glucose Monitor Policy Article (A52464), July 2021.
¶ Notifications will only be received when alarms are turned on and the sensor is within 20 feet unobstructed of the reading device. You must enable the appropriate settings on your smartphone to receive alarms and alerts, see the FreeStyle Libre 2 User’s Manual for more information.
# The FreeStyle Libre 2 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check our compatibility guide for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the FreeStyle Libre 2 app requires registration with LibreView.
** The FreeStyle Libre 2 app and the FreeStyle Libre 2 reader have similar but not identical features. Fingersticks are required for treatment decisions when you see the Check Blood Glucose symbol and when your glucose alarms and readings from the system do not match symptoms or expectations.
†† To get the Urgent Low Glucose Alarm on your phone with the FreeStyle Libre 2 app, you will first need to start your FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor with your phone. If you do not start your FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor with your phone, you will not get the Urgent Low Glucose Alarm on your phone.
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Important Safety Information
FreeStyle Libre 14 day system: Failure to use FreeStyle Libre 14 day system as instructed in labeling may result in missing a severe low or high glucose event and/or making a treatment decision, resulting in injury. If readings do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick value from a blood glucose meter for treatment decisions. Seek medical attention when appropriate or contact Abbott at 855-632-8658 or FreeStyleLibre.us for safety info.
FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 systems: Failure to use FreeStyle Libre 2 or FreeStyle Libre 3 systems as instructed in labeling may result in missing a severe low or high glucose event and/or making a treatment decision, resulting in injury. If glucose alarms and readings do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick value from a blood glucose meter for treatment decisions. Seek medical attention when appropriate or contact Abbott at 855-632-8658 or FreeStyleLibre.us for safety info.
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