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How often is it covered?

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers up to 10 hours of initial diabetes self-management training if you've been diagnosed with diabetes.

Who's eligible?

This training is for certain people with Medicare who are at risk for complications from diabetes. You must have a written order from a doctor or other health care provider.

You may also qualify for up to 2 hours of follow-up training each year if you meet the following conditions:

• It's provided in a group of 2 to 20 people. Some exceptions apply if no group session is available or if your doctor or qualified provider says you have special needs that prevent you from participating in group training.
• It lasts for at least 30 minutes.
• It takes place in a calendar year after the year you got your initial training.
• Your doctor or qualified provider ordered it as part of your plan of care.

Your costs in Original Medicare

You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after the yearly Part B deductible.

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