National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS)
The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) helps you self-manage your diabetes by providing education, support and subsidised products.
diabetesshop.com is not an authorised Access Point for NDSS subsidised products.
When you are first diagnosed with diabetes, your GP, health practitioner or diabetes educator will help register you with the NDSS. Once you are registered, some of the essential products you need to manage your diabetes are available to you at a subsidised price.
The NDSS service includes:
- Access to subsidised or free diabetes products
- Resources, health information and programs to help you manage your diabetes. To find out more about these programs and services, visit the NDSS website
- Information and support through the free NDSS helpline at 1800 637 700. You can speak with an accredited dietitian, diabetes educator or exercise physiologist for general health information and to help you manage your diabetes.
To access an NDSS registration form and read all eligibility criteria, visit the NDSS website.
Products available on the NDSS
diabetesshop.com is not currently an authorised Access Point for NDSS subsidised products.
Subsidised products are available via NDSS Access Points, which are generally your local community pharmacy. Diabetes Shop also sells items that are available with NDSS, but because we are not an approved Access Point, we are unfortunately unable to provide these products at the NDSS subsidised price.
Visit the NDSS website for further information about subsided products, and to find your closest Access Point. You can also call the their helpline on 1800 637 700.
Accessing a blood glucose monitor
If you are living with diabetes, you may have been asked by your health professional team to check your blood glucose levels.
Your doctor, diabetes nurse practitioner or diabetes educator can help you
- choose a blood glucose monitor (BGM) that suits your needs
- show you how to use it, and
- help you work out a routine for when to check your blood glucose levels.
If you meet the NDSS eligibility criteria, you may be able to access a free blood glucose monitor. You can also purchase a BGM and test strips on our website.
What other diabetes supplies will I need to manage my diabetes?
In addition to what is available through the NDSS, you may need additional diabetes supplies such as:
- Blood glucose diaries or log books
- A spare blood glucose monitor
- Lancets or lancing devices
- Sharp bins
- Nutrition guides
- Travel kits for your insulin or diabetes medications
- Lifestyle items like circulation socks and medical ID bracelets
