Can I claim for blood glucose or blood pressure monitors via Extras cover?

Eligibility

To claim for blood glucose or blood pressure monitors, you need to be on Top Extras with any applicable waiting period served. 

Products

You may be able claim towards monitors that are:

  • TGA-approved
  • Purchased from a registered Australian business with a physical presence in Australia.  

Please note that you can’t claim towards the costs of accessories or hiring a device.

Claiming

When submitting your claim, please include:

  • Completed Aids and Appliances form signed by your doctor (this will be valid for 12 months, after which you'll need to submit another form to claim this benefit)
  • Itemised tax invoice that shows the name of the patient (i.e. the person who’ll be using the machine).

Limits

Like most services under the Artificial Aids & Appliances benefit, Blood pressure monitors and Blood glucose monitors have an annual sub-limit (maximum amount you can claim).

How to check your remaining limits

 

Additional support

A diagnosis of diabetes or high blood pressure can feel overwhelming, requiring consistent attention to your lifestyle habits such as your diet and physical activity, and staying on top of medications.

Through our Healthcare Services team, eligible UniHealth members with chronic conditions and risk factors of disease, including diabetes or high blood pressure, can access a variety of support services to help you manage your health.

In addition, all UniHealth members (no matter what cover you’re on) get a 10% discount on Dexcom ONE+ CGM products, including sensors, kits and subscriptions.

Learn more about how we might be able to help you manage an ongoing health condition. You can also see more on Dexcom ONE+ products and go here to get your discount.