Table of Contents

Introduction

Guidelines for Preventing Diabetes: When to Get Checkups and What to Expect

Screening for Diabetes

Guidelines for Diabetes Care: When to Get Checkups and What to Expect

Ongoing, Patient-Centered Care
Diabetes Self-Management Training
Comprehensive Treatment of Diabetes
         Managing the "ABCs" of Diabetes
Blood Glucose Monitoring
         A1C
         Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose
Blood Pressure Monitoring
Cholesterol Monitoring
Preventing Long-Term Diabetes Problems
Weight Loss and Diabetes
Identifying and Treating Long-Term Diabetes Problems
Nutrition for People With Diabetes
Physical Activity for People With Diabetes
         Recommended Guidelines for Physical Activity for Older Adults with Diabetes
         Special Considerations for Being Physically Active With Diabetes

Preparing for a Diabetes Care Checkup: A Checklist

Health Insurance Coverage

What Does Medicare Cover?

Medicare Benefits
Medicare-Covered Preventive Services for All Enrollees

Other Financial Assistance for Diabetes Care and Supplies

References