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Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 5:28 AM

Summary of Bill S 1832

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.

Congressional Summary of S 1832

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.

Current Status of Bill S 1832

Bill S 1832 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill S 1832 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 6, 2023.  Bill S 1832's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of June 6, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1832

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
4

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1832

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- 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

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1832

Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023
Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2023
A 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.

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