Does Medicare cover the FreeStyle Libre system?

Does Medicare cover the FreeStyle Libre system?

Yes, Medicare covers continuous glucose monitoring systems (including the FreeStyle Libre system) for eligible beneficiaries. Requirements include the following:

  • Medical Necessity

  • Diabetes Diagnosis

  • Previous Self-Management

  • Insulin Treatment

  • Documentation

Please note that Medicare policies can change, so it’s best to maintain a close relationship with your healthcare team. If you’re ready to move forward, fill out the form below to get started or email any questions to our Diabetes Care team at DCA@myehcs.com.

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**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. Patients must meet Medicare eligibility coverage criteria. Local Coverage Determination (LCD) L33822, Glucose Monitors, https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?LCDId=33822. Abbott does not guarantee third party coverage or payment for our products or reimburse customers for claims that are denied by third party payors. 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. Medicare coverage is available for the FreeStyle Libre 3 system if the FreeStyle Libre 3 reader is 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.
*The FreeStyle Libre 3 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check our website for more information about device compatibility before using the app. †The FreeStyle Libre 3 app and the FreeStyle Libre 3 reader have similar but not identical features. Fingersticks are required for treatment decisions when you see Check Blood Glucose symbol and when your glucose alarms and readings from the system do not match symptoms or expectations. ‡Based on comparison of data communication range with Dexcom G7 User Guide, Dexcom G6 User Guide and Medtronic Guardian Connect System User Guide. §Data from this study was collected with the outside US version of the FreeStyle Libre 14 day system. FreeStyle Libre 3 has similar features as FreeStyle Libre 14 day and FreeStyle Libre 2 systems. Therefore the study data is applicable
1. FreeStyle Libre 3 User’s Manual. 2. Data on File. Abbott Diabetes Care. 3. Haak, T, et al. Diabetes Therapy (2017): https://doi.org/10.1007/s13300-016-0223-6.
Important Safety Information
Failure to use FreeStyle Libre 3 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 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 https://www.FreeStyle.abbott/us-en/safety-information.html for safety info. The sensor housing, FreeStyle, Libre, and related brand marks are marks of Abbott. © 2023 Abbott. ADC-70708 v2.0