The MCH Diabetes Outpatient Services help patients with diabetes develop and practice self-management skills that will improve their health status and quality of life and reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications.
The 12-month program:
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assess patients' readiness to make critical lifestyle changes and supports them in that process through:
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a core education series that provides basic skills and information recommended by the American Diabetes Association.
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individual education modules that focus on specific needs, such a weight management, insulin administration, oral medications and exercise.
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specialized education, including insulin pump use, the management of diabetes during pregnancy, and advanced nutrition such as carbohydrate counting.
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support groups that offer additional diabetes management education, as well as the opportunity to share experiences with other individuals who have diabetes.
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encourages patients to keep regular appointments with their physician.
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periodically assesses patients' progress in reducing Hemoglobin A1c levels and improving self-management skills.
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provides the patient's physician with regular reports detailing patient status and progress toward goals.
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is covered by most major medical insurance, including Medicare.
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To refer patients to our program, or to receive more information about our Diabetes Outpatient Services, please call us at (432) 640-2128.
