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Permanent Medicare Coverage for Type II Diabetes Prevention Programs.

This law permanently adds Type II diabetes prevention programs to covered Medicare benefits (Part B), effective January 1, 2025. This ensures that seniors and other eligible individuals at risk of diabetes gain access to CDC-approved behavioral change sessions at little or no cost. The goal is to improve public health outcomes and delay or prevent the onset of Type II diabetes.
Key points
Medicare Part B must cover diabetes prevention services for eligible beneficiaries starting January 1, 2025.
The services are structured behavioral change sessions following a curriculum approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Eligible individuals can enroll in the prevention program without any lifetime limit on participation.
Program suppliers must be recognized by the CDC and meet new administrative requirements to provide services under Medicare.
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Print number: 118_HR_7856
Sponsor: Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1]
Process start date: 2024-04-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PREVENT DIABETES Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7856.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medicare Part B must cover diabetes prevention services for eligible beneficiaries starting January 1, 2025.
  • The services are structured behavioral change sessions following a curriculum approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
  • Eligible individuals can enroll in the prevention program without any lifetime limit on participation.
  • Program suppliers must be recognized by the CDC and meet new administrative requirements to provide services under Medicare.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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