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How do you access the NDSS?
Most community pharmacies are NDSS Access Points where you can access NDSS subsidised products, information and support.
- Search healthdirect for a diabetes services provider or health professional in your area.
- Search healthdirect for a community pharmacy in your area.
- Or call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700.
What benefits are diabetics entitled to in Australia?
You may be entitled to money from Centrelink if you have diabetes….Some of the services you may be eligible for include:
- Financial planning, including retirement from paid work.
- Health Care Card.
- Carers Payment.
- Carers Allowance.
- Disability Support Pensions.
- Aged Pensions and concessions.
Is Ndss free?
Registration with the NDSS is free and open to everyone who has been diagnosed with diabetes and has a Medicare card. Through the NDSS, you can access subsidised products to help you manage your diabetes, including blood glucose strips.
Do diabetics get free insulin in Australia?
People who are registered with the NDSS can access a range of subsidised Government approved products including: subsidised blood gluclose monitoring strips. free insulin syringes and pen-needles (if you require insulin)
What is my Ndss number?
The NDSS Helpline service is for people with diabetes, their family members and carers, health professionals, and pharmacies (Access Points). You can call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700 to: talk to a health professional about managing your diabetes. get advice on diabetes self-management.
What does the NDSS card cover?
The NDSS provides subsidised diabetes-related products including: syringes and needles. blood glucose test strips. urine test strips.
What benefits can I claim if I have diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes can cause severe complications that may make a person eligible for disability benefits. There are two types of benefits: SSDI, which requires a qualifying length of time in work, and SSI, which can support people with disabilities at any age and time in their work career.
How do I renew my Ndss card?
You can also call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700 to update your details. You will need either your NDSS registration number or Medicare number to fill out the form.
Is diabetes classed as a disability in Australia?
Diabetes is considered a disability under Commonwealth and State anti-discrimination legislation and the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth).
How long does it take to receive Ndss card?
an information pack in the post (it may take up to 10 working days), containing your NDSS registration card, information booklet (NDSS starter pack) and information from your local diabetes organisation.
What Ndss covers?
The NDSS provides access to support and information services, education, programs and subsidised products to assist people to self-manage their life with diabetes.
How can I get diabetic supplies free?
Partnership for Prescription Assistance (PPARX.org ). People who don’t have insurance coverage for prescriptions may find their medicines and supplies for free or at low cost through PPARX.org. RxAssist.org lists drug-company assistance programs, state programs, discount drug cards, copay help, and more.
Do Ndss cards expire?
Hi Deb, Your NDSS card does not expire. However we can send you a new card if yours has been lost of damaged.
How do I get a new diabetes card?
You can also call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700 to request a new card.
How long does it take to get Ndss card?