decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2017 Issue 8 (August)
Small practice? Medicare diabetes prevention program might not be for you
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Article Overview
This article examines proposed updates to the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) and discusses how the changes may affect smaller suppliers, physician practices, and other organizations considering participation. It covers broad topics such as virtual participation limits, preliminary CDC recognition, Medicare supplier enrollment timing, and the financial and operational considerations involved in offering the program. The piece is useful for practices, program operators, and administrators trying to assess whether MDPP is a practical service line.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers evaluate whether the proposed MDPP framework is feasible for their organization and what administrative or participation hurdles may affect implementation. It is especially relevant for groups considering expansion into preventive services under Medicare.
Article Sections
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Program changes and virtual participation
Discusses proposed adjustments to the Medicare diabetes prevention program and the role of online participation options. The section focuses on general implementation concerns for providers and suppliers.
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Certification’s still a wait
Explains the proposed preliminary CDC recognition concept and the timing of supplier enrollment. It also addresses the administrative burden and early-stage participation process.
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Where’s the money?
Reviews financial feasibility concerns and the types of organizations that may be best positioned to offer the program. The section also touches on partnership approaches for practices that do not want to operate the service directly.
What You Will Learn
- How proposed MDPP changes may affect program delivery models
- What the article says about preliminary CDC recognition and enrollment timing
- Which types of organizations may be better positioned to offer the program
- Why implementation costs and participation volume matter to providers
- How partnerships may help practices offer access to the program
Who Should Read This
- Physician practices
- Medicare suppliers
- Healthcare administrators
- Program operators
- Preventive care organizations
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