The achievement of HbA1c targets in private practice was evaluated.
De-identified data from electronic medical record Audit 4 was used.
There was a 1.0% reduction in HbA1c in the first 3–6 months following referral.
The initial reduction was maintained with minimal loss of control at 4 years.
By 3–6 months, 24% of patients achieved the target HbA1c (⩽7%).