Newly Diagnosed Type 2

[jim1951]

Skippy, sorry but Type 2's not on insulin or insulin promoting drugs are not entitled to meters or prescriptions for strips. The odd doctor may well prescribe them, but these are far and few between. We have to buy our own.

NICE guidance suggests meters/strips should be available to newly diagnosed type 2's on oral medication if they wish to monitor lifestyle changes. Or words to that effect.
I successfully argued my case and received them. I have also purchased the strips myself as I do not think I will receive the quantity of strips that I will want on an ongoing basis.

jim

 

[skippy64]

Well done Jim - I cannot believe hoe different primary care trusts have different policy; guidance and advice - I even know of people who weren't aware they were entitled to free prescriptions. If it saves money in the long term it's a no brainer.

 

[jim1951]

Well done Jim - I cannot believe hoe different primary care trusts have different policy; guidance and advice - I even know of people who weren't aware they were entitled to free prescriptions. If it saves money in the long term it's a no brainer.

to be fair I also have a number of other unrelated health issues and maybe the combined weight of these focused my GP into agreeing?

The actual cost of the meters to the NHS is nil. The manufacturers give them to the surgeries for free knowing they will profit from the prescribing of the strips.

jim

 

[skippy64]

That makes sense - surely these companies still receive money, whoever is paying for the parts - still a good effort for speaking up - i think it is surprising the information that isn't volunteered. Hope your health is moving the the right direction and continues to do so

 

[pixie1]

Welcome Georgie,
It is a bit of a learning curve. I am still learning myself. I have the aviva nano meter, it's just learning the technique of placing blood onto the strip, which cover the appropriate area.