Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023

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Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023

This bill expands Medicare coverage of diabetes outpatient self-management training. It also requires the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test a model in which such training is provided virtually.

Bill 118 s 1832, also known as the Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023, aims to improve access to diabetes self-management training for individuals with diabetes. The bill was introduced in the US Congress with the goal of addressing the growing prevalence of diabetes in the United States and the need for better education and support for those living with the disease.

The key provisions of the bill include expanding Medicare coverage for diabetes self-management training, ensuring that individuals with diabetes have access to the resources and support they need to effectively manage their condition. This training would cover topics such as blood glucose monitoring, medication management, nutrition, and exercise.

Additionally, the bill seeks to increase funding for diabetes education programs and support research into new and innovative ways to improve diabetes self-management. By investing in education and research, the bill aims to reduce the long-term health complications associated with diabetes and improve the overall quality of life for individuals living with the disease. Overall, the Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023 is a bipartisan effort to address the growing public health crisis of diabetes in the United States by improving access to education and support for individuals with the disease.
Congress
118

Number
S - 1832

Introduced on
2023-06-06

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/6/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023

This bill expands Medicare coverage of diabetes outpatient self-management training. It also requires the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test a model in which such training is provided virtually.

Bill 118 s 1832, also known as the Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023, aims to improve access to diabetes self-management training for individuals with diabetes. The bill was introduced in the US Congress with the goal of addressing the growing prevalence of diabetes in the United States and the need for better education and support for those living with the disease.

The key provisions of the bill include expanding Medicare coverage for diabetes self-management training, ensuring that individuals with diabetes have access to the resources and support they need to effectively manage their condition. This training would cover topics such as blood glucose monitoring, medication management, nutrition, and exercise.

Additionally, the bill seeks to increase funding for diabetes education programs and support research into new and innovative ways to improve diabetes self-management. By investing in education and research, the bill aims to reduce the long-term health complications associated with diabetes and improve the overall quality of life for individuals living with the disease. Overall, the Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023 is a bipartisan effort to address the growing public health crisis of diabetes in the United States by improving access to education and support for individuals with the disease.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access to diabetes outpatient self-management training services, to require the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test the provision of virtual diabetes outpatient self-management training services, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Health care coverage and access
Health promotion and preventive care
Health technology, devices, supplies
Home and outpatient care
Internet, web applications, social media
Medicare

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/17/2023

Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023

This bill expands Medicare coverage of diabetes outpatient self-management training. It also requires the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test a...


Latest Action6/6/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.