The FreeStyle Libre CGM systems are covered by the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense TRICARE for those who qualify1-3.
The FreeStyle Libre CGM systems are covered by the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense TRICARE for those who qualify1-3.
Veterans Affairs coverage
If you have insurance through Veterans Affairs, see if you qualify for coverage of one of our FreeStyle Libre CGM systems1,2:
Prescription Criteria1:
When your doctor prescribes the CGM they, must confirm and document that you have diabetes and are being treated with daily insulin.
It is recommended that CGM be considered under the following circumstances:
You will need to know:
You have followed your doctor’s recommendations for glucose testing and medication adherence.
You agree to ongoing medical appointments with the multidisciplinary team at least every 6 months.
Therapeutic CGM is provided based on the Veteran’s individual medical needs and is prescribed based upon clinician and patient shared decision making as recommended by the VA/DoD Guidelines of Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Primary Care (2017)2.
CGM = continuous glucose monitoring
For the full prescription criteria, download our Veterans Affairs criteria guide.
TRICARE coverage and policy to prescribe3
All beneficiaries receiving the FreeStyle Libre 2 or FreeStyle Libre 3 systems under the TRICARE medical benefit will require Prior Authorization (PA) to receive coverage under the pharmacy benefit.
PA criteria apply to all new and current users of the FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 systems and is approved if all criteria are met.
Prior Authorization Criteria:
Your doctor has filled out an initial prior authorization (expires in 1 year).
You and your doctor assess the usage of self-monitoring blood glucose (SMBG) test strips.
For renewal, your coverage will be approved every year if you continue to meet the required criteria.
There is no requirement for a minimal number of SMBG test strips to be used daily, in order to receive one of our FreeStyle Libre CGM systems3.
For the full prescription criteria, download our TRICARE prescribing guide.
For more assistance, contact our Customer Care Team for support at 1-833-825-4273 (833-VA-LIBRE). The team is available 7 days a week from 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern Time, excluding holidays.
Please contact a participating pharmacy or supplier* for more info about out-of-pocket costs. Please note, prices vary based on pharmacy or supplier and geographical differences, and are subject to change at any time and at the sole discretion of the pharmacy or durable medical equipment (DME) supplier.
Abbott provides this information as a courtesy, it is subject to change and interpretation. The customer is ultimately responsible for determining the appropriate codes, coverage, and payment policies for individual patients. Abbott does not guarantee third party coverage or payment for our products or reimburse customers for claims that are denied by third party payors.
* Participating pharmacies and durable medical equipment (DME) suppliers are subject to change without notice.
The FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 system are covered by the Department of Veterans Affairs for those who qualify1,2. Please contact your physician as a prescription is required for FreeStyle Libre 2 or FreeStyle Libre 3 readers and sensors. Your physician may also be able to provide more information on accessing the FreeStyle Libre 2 or FreeStyle Libre 3 system using any applicable benefits & eligibility criteria.
Therapeutic CGM is provided based on the Veteran’s individual medical needs and is prescribed based upon clinician and patient shared decision making as recommended by the VA/DoD Guidelines of Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Primary Care (2017)2.
Abbott provides this information as a courtesy, it is subject to change and interpretation. The customer is ultimately responsible for determining the appropriate codes, coverage, and payment policies for individual patients. Abbott does not guarantee third party coverage or payment for our products or reimburse customers for claims that are denied by third party payors.
1. Data on File. Abbott Diabetes Care. 2. https://www.healthquality.va.gov/guidelines/CD/diabetes/DMCPGPocketcardfinal508.pdf (Accessed April 3, 2023).
The FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 system are covered by the Department of Defense TRICARE for those who qualify. Please contact your physician as a Prior Authorization (PA) is required for FreeStyle Libre 2 or FreeStyle Libre 3 readers and sensors.
Abbott provides this information as a courtesy, it is subject to change and interpretation. The customer is ultimately responsible for determining the appropriate codes, coverage, and payment policies for individual patients. Abbott does not guarantee third party coverage or payment for our products or reimburse customers for claims that are denied by third party payors.
1. Department of Defense Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee Recommendations from the November 2021 Meeting Information for the Uniform Formulary Beneficiary Advisory Panel.
Medicare coverage is available for FreeStyle Libre systems if their respective readers are used to review glucose data on some days every month. Medicare and other third party payor criteria apply.
Abbott provides this information as a courtesy, it is subject to change and interpretation. The customer is ultimately responsible for determining the appropriate codes, coverage, and payment policies for individual patients. Abbott does not guarantee third party coverage or payment for our products or reimburse customers for claims that are denied by third party payors.
References: 1. Data on File. Abbott Diabetes Care. 2. https://www.healthquality.va.gov/guidelines/CD/diabetes/DMCPGPocketcardfinal508.pdf (Accessed February 14, 2023). 3. Department of Defense Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee Recommendations from the November 2022 Meeting Information for the Uniform Formulary Beneficiary Advisory Panel https://www.health.mil/Reference-Center/Meeting-References/2022/12/16/BAP-Background-Document-for-the-Nov-2022-PT-Meeting.
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