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Cost & Coverage

FreeStyle Libre is available at independent pharmacies.
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People who use FreeStyle Libre systems were able to  lower their A1c27 levels. 

FreeStyle Libre Retailers 

FreeStyle Libre 2 is available at most retail pharmacies. Ask your pharmacist to order FreeStyle Libre 2 if it’s not available in their pharmacy. 

FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor Nappi code:  1170902-001 

FreeStyle Libre 2 reader Nappi code:  1187188-001

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Important Information

Discovery members can claim their FreeStyle Libre 2 sensors from Pharmacy Direct,

M-Kem or Medipost only. If a Discovery Health member claims from a pharmacy not listed above, the price of each sensor may be greater than the approved Discovery CGM benefit amount. 

Private Medical Aid

FreeStyle Libre systems are fully, or partially covered by many private medical aids in South Africa. Consult with your medical aid to learn more about coverage details and eligibility.   

 

You might need a clinical motivation from your healthcare professional before your medical aid will cover your FreeStyle Libre sensors. 

Clinical Motivation forms

Here you can find useful forms to assist you and your healthcare professional with a clinical motivation for access to FreeStyle Libre 2.  Submit the completed motivation forms directly to your medical aid. 
FreeStyle Libre 2 patient quotation form (PDF)
FreeStyle Libre 2 patient checklist for your medical aid (PDF)
FreeStyle Libre 2 clinical form to be completed by your healthcare professional (PDF)

Are you a Discovery Health member?

If you are a Discovery Health Medical Scheme member living with type I diabetes, your FreeStyle Libre 2 sensors might be fully covered depending on your age, and plan option.
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Disclaimer

As a Discovery Health member, the pharmacy you use to claim for your sensors, may determine if an additional payment is required.

The following pharmacies are registered to assist you with your Discovery Health CGM benefit:

  • M-KEM (Based in Cape Town) 
  • Pharmacy Direct Aid
  • Medipost

If you claim from a pharmacy not listed above, the price of each sensor may be greater than the approved Discovery limit, and the difference between the amount covered by Discovery Health, and amount billed by the pharmacy, would be for your own account.

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Getting started with FreeStyle Libre.

See how easy it is to apply4,20 and use4 FreeStyle Libre systems for the first time and gain valuable insights into your glucose trends. 
Learn The Basics
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Put our digital tools to work for you.

Use our apps13 to learn how food, medicine and exercise impact your glucose. Share26 these insights with your loved ones and healthcare team if you wish.  

 

Learn More About Our Apps
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