Become certified in our Clinical Care and Coordination Program: Help influence the best outcomes for diabetic members during National Diabetes-related Eye Disease Month
October 2023
November is National Diabetes Month. Diabetic eye disease, a leading cause of blindness, often has no early warning signs. Early detection, timely treatment, and appropriate follow-up care are the only ways to prevent vision loss.
More than 37 million people living in the United States have diabetes.1 Having diabetes increases the risk for vision loss and blindness from diabetic eye diseases. The most common diabetic eye disease is diabetic retinopathy, but people with diabetes are also at higher risk for diabetic macular edema (DME), cataract and glaucoma. The longer a person has diabetes, the greater their risk of developing diabetic eye disease. Early detection and treatment can lower the risk of blindness.
The best ways for people to manage diabetes and lower the risk of vision loss are:
- Diet
- Exercise
- Medication
The National Eye Health Education Program (NEHEP) is encouraging you to spread the word about how people with diabetes can protect their vision during National Diabetes-related Eye Disease Month. As a health professional or community leader, you’re in a good position to encourage people to take steps to protect their vision. Help spread the word about diabetic eye disease with the National Eye Institute’s latest educational resources.
Clinical Care and Coordination Program
As part of National Diabetes Month, we’re encouraging you to become certified in our Clinical Care and Coordination Program and partner with us to help screen and monitor patients with diabetes, including the potential for diabetic retinopathy. This comprehensive provider and member engagement program is designed to influence the best outcomes for diabetic members. Once you’re certified, patients will see a badge displayed by your name in our provider directory. The program also includes exam reminders for patients, notifications to primary care physicians (PCPs) and ongoing education opportunities. View our Clinical Care and Coordination Program flyer for more information on becoming certified today.