Libre has you covered*†1.
Through insurance or Abbott support*†1. Prescribe the most affordable CGM‡1—the FreeStyle Libre 3 system. More savings. More confidence. Less frustration.
CGM = continuous glucose monitor(ing)
Step 1
Start by confirming coverage for your patients.
See if patients in your practice are covered for the Libre systems with our coverage tool. If your patient is commercially insured, send their prescription directly to a pharmacy§ or durable medical equipment (DME) supplier§.
Step 2
See how patients can access Libre systems.
For more information, choose a category below for coverage options.
Commercially insured patients
Accessing Libre systems is simple.
- Libre systems are covered by over 95% of commercial plans1.
- 9 out of 10 prescriptions are successfully filledII1.
- Patients can fill their prescription at their local participating pharmacy§ or DME supplier§.
Help your patients save with prior authorization (PA). An approved PA can help commercially insured patients save >50% every month for their Libre 3 Plus or Libre 2 Plus sensors¶1.
Copay cards help your commercially insured or uninsured patients save money on their FreeStyle Libre systems prescriptions†. If (commercially insured or uninsured) patients are asked to pay >$75 for two Libre 3 Plus or Libre 2 Plus sensors, please have patients call 844-330-5535 to see if they qualify for co-pay assistance†.
Abbott provides this information as a courtesy and does not guarantee payment or coverage.
Coverage and out-of-pocket costs may vary based on your individual insurance plan. Please contact your insurance provider directly to confirm your specific benefits and eligibility.
† Benefits apply to FreeStyle Libre personal CGM sensors and readers. Void where prohibited by law. Abbott may modify, rescind, or revoke these benefits at any time without notice. Offer available to commercially insured and uninsured patients only. These benefits are not available to beneficiaries of Medicare, Medicaid or other federal or state healthcare programs. For Massachusetts residents, only those patients responsible for the full cost of the product may be eligible to receive these benefits. These benefits are only available at participating pharmacies, which are subject to change without notice. The actual amount a patient pays may vary.
§ Participating pharmacies and DME suppliers are subject to change without notice. Product availability may vary by retailer.
II Based on prescription claims for commercially insured patients on the FreeStyle Libre personal CGM systems compared to competitor CGMs. Does not include Medicare, Medicaid, uninsured, and other federal or state healthcare program patients.
¶ Based on prescription claims for commercially insured patients starting on the FreeStyle Libre personal CGM systems compared to competitor CGMs. Does not include Medicare, Medicaid, uninsured, and other federal or state healthcare program patients.
Reference: 1. Data on file. Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.
Medicare and Medicaid patients
Libre systems are covered by Medicare for more patients managing diabetes with insulin**2. Your Medicare patients with problematic hypoglycemia may also be eligible for coverage**††2. See the full CMS coverage criteria below for complete details.
Find a supplier§ for your patient. Patients can fill their prescription at participating Medicare fee-for-service suppliers, or Medicare Advantage DME suppliers.
Advanced Diabetes Supply
Better Living Now
Byram Healthcare
CCS Medical
Edgepark Medical Supplies
Quest Health Solutions
US Medical Supply
See full list of DME distributors.
As more states across the nation are expanding CGM coverage3–6, please check your state's Medicaid coverage criteria.
Medicare eligibility criteria2
- The patient has been diagnosed with diabetes.
- The physician has written a prescription for CGM (concluding the patient/caregiver has sufficient training).
- The CGM is prescribed per its FDA indications for use.
- The patient meets at least one of the following criteria:
- The patient is insulin-treated, or
- The patient has a history of problematic hypoglycemia with documentation of either: multiple, persistent level 2 hypoglycemic events or one level 3 hypoglycemic event.
- Six months before starting CGM, the patient has an in-person or telehealth visit with their physician to evaluate diabetes control and determine if the above criteria are met.
CMS = Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Medicare and other payor criteria may apply.
§ Participating pharmacies and DME suppliers are subject to change without notice. Product availability may vary by retailer.
** Patients must meet Medicare eligibility coverage criteria.
†† A history of problematic hypoglycemia requires documentation of at least one of the following: 1) Recurrent level 2 hypoglycemic events (glucose <54 mg/dL) that persist despite multiple (2 or more) attempts to adjust medication(s) and/or modify the diabetes treatment plan; or 2) one level 3 hypoglycemic event (glucose <54 mg/dL) characterized by altered mental and/or physical state requiring third-party assistance for treatment of hypoglycemia.
References: 2. Local Coverage Determination (LCD) L33822, Glucose Monitors, https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?LCDId=33822. 3. Medi-Cal Rx. Medical Supplies: Future Changes to Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems Coverage Criteria and Prior Authorization Bundling (2023). 4. Michigan Medical Policy. Revisions to Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems (CGMS) Policy (2023): Bulletin # MMP 23-31. 5. New York Department of Health. Updated Continuous Glucose Monitoring Criteria. 2023. 6. Utah Medicaid Pharmacy Prior Authorization Request Form. 2023.
Veterans and TRICARE support
Patients who have insurance through the Department of Veterans Affairs or the Department of Defense TRICARE medical benefit can access FreeStyle Libre systems if they qualify1,7–9.
Prescription criteria7
- Veterans who require daily insulin to achieve desired glycemic management targets and/or avoid hypoglycemia based on shared decision-making
- Veterans with uncommon conditions in which hypoglycemia is a significant concern
Prior authorization criteria8,9
Prior authorization is required to receive coverage under the pharmacy benefit.
- The patient has a diagnosis of diabetes and is currently being treated with insulin8.
- Automated PA: The patient has filled a prescription for insulin during the previous 180 days‡‡8.
Questions? Call a customer care team for more information.
Veterans Dedicated Customer Care: 1-833-825-4273 (1-833-VALIBRE)
DoD Dedicated Customer Care: 1-833-375-4363 (1-833-FSL-4DOD)
Indian Health Services Dedicated Customer Care: 1-833-375-4447 (1-833-FSL-4IHS)
Abbott provides this information as a courtesy and does not guarantee payment or coverage.
‡‡ If automated criteria are not met, coverage is manually approved for FreeStyle Libre 2 systems and FreeStyle Libre 3 systems if all criteria are met.
References: 1. Data on file. Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc. 7. Memorandum, Updated Guidance on Patient Selection Criteria for Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM), July 7, 2023. Department of Veterans Affairs. 8. Department of Defense Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. "Recommendations from the February 2024 Meeting." U.S. Department of Defense. Accessed November 18, 2025. https://health.mil/Reference-Center/Meeting-References/2024/03/27/UF-BAP-Background-Document-April-3-2024-time-zone-edited. 9. Department of Defense Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. "Recommendations from the November 2022 Meeting." U.S. Department of Defense. Accessed November 18, 2025. https://www.health.mil/Reference-Center/Meeting-References/2022/12/16/BAP-Background-Document-for-the-Nov-2022-PT-Meeting.
More ways to help your patients.
Patients save money on FreeStyle Libre systems prescriptions each month†.
The final cost depends on patient’s insurance plan, but if they are commercially insured or uninsured and asked to pay over $75 for two sensors, please download our Copay Card to start saving†.
Customer care team is available for patient support.
If your patient has a different type of coverage, if they aren't insured, or if they have any questions, they can get in touch with us at 1-855-632-8658 to find a solution.
Get patients started with MyFreeStyle.
You can also trust MyFreeStyle to help your patients when they need it most. From onboarding, to training, to ongoing support, this free program is there for your patients through every step of their journey.
Medicare and other payor criteria may apply. Abbott provides this information as a courtesy and does not guarantee payment or coverage.
Coverage and out-of-pocket costs may vary based on your individual insurance plan. Please contact your insurance provider directly to confirm your specific benefits and eligibility.
* Based on prescription claims for commercially insured and uninsured patients using the FreeStyle Libre personal CGM systems. May not include Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal or state healthcare program patients. The actual amount a patient pays may vary. The FreeStyle Libre personal CGM systems require a prescription.
† Benefits apply to FreeStyle Libre personal CGM sensors and readers. Void where prohibited by law. Abbott may modify, rescind, or revoke these benefits at any time without notice. Offer available to commercially insured and uninsured patients only. These benefits are not available to beneficiaries of Medicare, Medicaid or other federal or state healthcare programs. For Massachusetts residents, only those patients responsible for the full cost of the product may be eligible to receive these benefits. These benefits are only available at participating pharmacies, which are subject to change without notice. The actual amount a patient pays may vary.
‡ Based on pharmacy claims for the aggregate of patients covered by Commercial insurance, Managed Medicare, Managed Medicaid using the FreeStyle Libre personal CGM systems versus Dexcom CGM systems. Does not include fee-for-service Medicare or fee-for-service Medicaid. The actual cost to patients may or may not be lower than other CGM systems, depending on the amount covered by insurance, if any.
§ Participating pharmacies and DME suppliers are subject to change without notice. Product availability may vary by retailer.
# Based on prescription claims for commercially insured and uninsured patients using the FreeStyle Libre personal CGM systems. Does not include Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal or state healthcare program patients. The actual amount a patient pays may vary. The FreeStyle Libre personal CGM systems require a prescription.
Reference: 1. Data on file. Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.
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Important Safety Information
Failure to use FreeStyle Libre 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 reading and alarms (if enabled) do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick value from a blood glucose meter for treatment decisions. Get medical attention when appropriate. Abbott Customer Service at 855-632-8658 or visit FreeStyleLibre.us for safety info.
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