CDC data estimates that 40 million Americans have undiagnosed or have been diagnosed with diabetes. Nearly 1 in 2 adults 65 or older have prediabetes.
The Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) is a diabetes-prevention lifestyle program that spans 16 weekly sessions over a six-month period.
Medicare Advantage beneficiaries at risk for type 2 diabetes have more opportunities to access the MDPP thanks to several recent changes:
- Medicare now allows a virtual option (in addition to hybrid and in-person), helping to reach more beneficiaries in rural and underserved communities.
- There is no longer a limit on the number of times Medicare beneficiaries can participate in the program.
- Medicare also now covers the A1C blood test for diabetes and prediabetes screening, which means more beneficiaries can qualify for the MDPP and begin preventive measures sooner.
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