In October 2024, Pharmac introduced funded diabetes technology for people living with type 1 diabetes. Most people who choose to use this technology are now established on CGM, and more than 60 per cent are using insulin pumps or automated insulin delivery systems.
As more of these patients begin requesting prescriptions for pump and CGM consumables through primary care, we’ve created this guide to support you with the prescribing process. If you need further assistance, please reach out to your regional diabetes lead:
Kathy joined Pinnacle earlier this month as clinical diabetes specialist for Waikato, replacing the role previously held by Anne Waterman.
Read moreTechnology for all people living with type 1 (T1) diabetes has been fully funded since October 2024, with 66 per cent of people with T1 in Waikato now using Automated Insulin Delivery (AID). If you have patients with T1 not using an insulin pump, please discuss the benefits of AID and refer them to the Regional Diabetes Service via BPAC for assessment and support.
Read moreThe clinical diabetes specialist in primary care provides clinical mentorship and advice to the practice team in supporting patients with diabetes.
View detailsA guide for clinical management of type 2 diabetes, to support nurses at all levels to develop their knowledge and clinical reasoning in diabetes care.