CGMs for insulin pumps

We have funded three CGMs that work with insulin pumps to create automated insulin delivery systems.

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Continuous glucose monitors that work with insulin pumps

Both the Tandem t:slim X2 and YpsoPump are compatible with at least two types of continuous glucose monitor (CGM). If you qualify for a funded insulin pump, you can also get funded one of the following CGMs.

Dexcom G6(external link)

Dexcom G7(external link)

Freestyle Libre 3 Plus(external link) 

Your diabetes specialist team can help you compare the products and decide which is best for you.

Compare the features of each CGM

Which CGMs work with which pumps

 

The Ypso pump works with the Freestyle Libre 3 Plus and the Dexcom G6. The Tandem t:slim works with the Dexcom G6 and G7 and will work with the Freestyle Libre 3 Plus by July 2025..
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I already have a funded Tandem t:slim X2 or MiniMed 770G

Talk to your doctor or nurse prescriber about getting a prescription for the CGMs. You'll need a new prescription every 3 months. 

How many CGMs do I get?

The maximum number of devices varies by product because they work in different ways. 

Freestyle Libre 3 Plus

  • Up to 28 devices will be funded each year.
  • Up to 6 devices on each prescription.

Dexcom G6

  • Up to 5 packs will be funded each year.
  • Up to 1 pack on each prescription.
  • Each pack contains 1 transmitter and 9 sensors

Dexcom G7

  • Up to 40 devices will be funded each year.
  • Up to 9 devices on each prescription. 

Learning to use CGMs and an automated insulin delivery system

Your diabetes specialist team will offer you the training and support you need to get the most from an insulin pump and CGM.

The suppliers also have information on their websites.

CGMs

FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus | Mediray(external link)

Dexcom ONE+, Dexcom G6/G7 | Dexcom(external link)

Insulin pumps:

Tandem t:slim X2 with Control or Basal IQ | Dexcom(external link)

mylife YpsoPump with CamAPS Fx | Pharmaco(external link)

I need the features of a G6 or G7, but don't have an insulin pump

If there is a strong clinical reason for access to a Dexcom G6 or Dexcom G7, talk to your doctor or prescribing nurse. 

Getting support

From 1 October the suppliers will have their help lines available.