DSMES/T: 10 hours initial DSMES/T in 12-month period from the date of first session, plus 2 hours follow-up per calendar year with written referral from the treating qualified provider (MD/DO, APRN, NP or PA) each year.
MNT: 3 hours initial MNT in the first calendar year, plus 2 hours follow-up MNT annually. Additional MNT hours available for change in medical condition, treatment and/or diagnosis with a written referral from any physician (MD/DO).
DPP: A one-year program created by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to assist in healthy lifestyle change.
*Medicare coverage requires referring provider to maintain documentation of a diagnosis of diabetes based on the following: