Diabetes Prevention Programs
Type 2 diabetes can usually be delayed or prevented with health behavior changes. A 5 to 7 percent of weight loss can lead to diabetes prevention. DPP classes help at-risk patients make healthier lifestyle choices and may prevent diabetes from developing through weight loss, a healthier diet, stress reduction and increased physical activity. The year-long program, held locally or virtually and facilitated by a trained coach, teaches members how to modify their lifestyle habits through problem-solving and coping techniques.
Class Details
16 one-hour core sessions followed by 6 monthly sessions delivered over the course of the year.
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DPP Supplier |
Contact Information |
Line of Business |
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Temple Hospital |
215-707-7247
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Medicaid Medicare |
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Health Promotion Council (HPC) |
215-608-1477
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Medicaid |
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Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center |
814-534-6800
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Medicaid |
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The Sight Center of Northwest PA
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814-455-0995 |
Medicaid |
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Wright Center Medical Group |
570- 383-9934 |
Medicaid |
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YMCA of Delaware |
302-572-9622 |
Medicare |
HPP Supportive Activities
Weight Watchers Incentive
As an added incentive, Health Partners Medicaid members who are eligible to participate in the DPP can also receive a free one-month membership to Weight Watchers. To qualify for the Weight Watchers membership, the member must attend at least four DPP sessions offered by a CDC-recognized program. DPP sessions can be attended virtually or in-person. The Weight Watchers membership can be used to attend virtual or in-person meetings within Pennsylvania.
HPP Rewards
- Encourage your patients to visit the Member Rewards Programs to learn about other rewards for completing healthy activities throughout the year.
Community Wellness Center (CWC)
- HPP’s CWC is open and hosting weekly classes. Schedule is available on here: https://www.healthpartnersplans.com/in-the-community/community-wellness-center
Wellness Activities
- The HPP Wellness Partners team offers fitness and wellness classes in-person and virtually. These classes include dancing, yoga, aerobics, tai chi and more. All events are open to the public at no cost. Visit https://www.healthpartnersplans.com/health-and-wellness/wellness-partners to learn more.
- HPP offers several nutrition and healthy eating online self-management tools.
Fitness Benefit
- Exercise is an important step to a healthier life. Health Partners members can receive a fitness club membership at no cost. Please visit HPPPlans.com/fitness to learn more.
Other Resources:
- CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program
- CMS’ Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model
- Prevent Diabetes STAT (screen, test, act today) Toolkit: Another initiative to prevent diabetes—the Prevent Diabetes STAT between the American Medical Association and the CDC—aims to inform health care providers and the public about the importance of preventing type 2 diabetes. Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/diabetes/prevent-diabetes-stat to learn more.