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Diabetes & Nutrition Center

Did you know that there are more than 29.1 million children and adults in the United States, or 9.3 percent of the population, who have diabetes? If left untreated or improperly managed, diabetes can result in a variety of complications, including: heart disease, kidney disease, eye disease and nerve damage.

Recognized by the American Diabetes Association (ADA), the education program provided at Randolph Health's Diabetes & Nutrition Center lasts for nine hours and is presented during three classes. The classes cover 10 core content areas required by the ADA and are taught by diabetes educators. Upon completion of the initial program, follow-up sessions are available.

Anyone with a doctor's referral is welcome to participate in the Diabetes Self-Management Program. Whether you want to better control your blood sugars, eat a healthier diet, avoid complications, or just need a diabetes "tune-up," the program will provide information and support you need to be successful. Those who are new to diabetes and those who have never received self-management training are especially encouraged to enroll. Family members are always welcome!

Services

The Randolph Health Diabetes & Nutrition Center offers a variety of services to assist in managing your diabetes, including:

  • Convenient group or individual classes, led by experienced diabetes educators/registered dieticians, held weekly.
  • Classes with the educator will promote self-management through blood sugar monitoring, nutrition and meal planning, preventing and treating complications, as well as medication management.
  • Medical nutrition therapy classes with a registered dietician are available to help participants with reading food labels, grocery shopping and dining out.

Payment

  • Medicare covers 10 hours of initial education within a continuous 12-month period and two hours of education every year thereafter.
  • Medicaid covers diabetes education classes, as well as medical nutrition therapy.
  • All other insurances are verified prior to appointment dates.
  • Copayment or coinsurance and deductible may apply.