NDPP/MDPP–Resources Continue to Grow!
As we know, COVID-19 continues to impact so many, including the NDPP/MDPP. If you have been following the past several State of Wellness posts, we have shared the latest guidance from the CDC and CMS, relating to providing the NDPP and MDPP while maintaining safety of both staff and participants. Some of the key messages […]
Am I a “Coach” or an “Expert” in my DPP?
There’s no such thing as the perfect coach. Whether you’ve been coaching for ten years or new to the field, we’re never done learning. A wonderful learning opportunity can follow each DPP class–a time to explore and self reflect–taking a few minutes to “check in” on the session and coaching skills you used. Were most […]
NDPP Catalog of DPRP Webinars–At Your Fingertips!
As NDPP Program Coordinators and Lifestyle Coaches, it is normal and expected that you will have questions no matter what level of experience you have. Maybe you are getting ready to launch an online program…or are preparing to begin your very first in-person class…or have questions related to data submission and the DPRP evaluation report. […]
Hiring and Pay Scale Practices in the DPP!
As we build staff, hiring Lifestyle Coaches for our Diabetes Prevention Programs, we realize creating a team of talented, engaging, reliable coaches is one of the building blocks of a sustainable and successful DPP! So where can we start when we are considering hiring coaches? First, the 2018 DPRP Standards, “Appendix C. Guidelines for Staff […]
Thinking “Outside the Box” in the NDPP!
The numbers…….STAGGERING….. The total direct and indirect estimated cost of diagnosed diabetes in the United States in 2012 was $245 billion. Average medical expenditures for people with diagnosed diabetes were about $13,700 per year. About $7,900 of this amount was attributed to diabetes. An estimated 33.9% of U.S. adults aged 18 years or older (84.1 […]
MDPP Billing and Claims Webinar–Mark Your Calendar!
Once you earn Preliminary or Full Recognition for your DPP, remember you are then eligible to apply for MDPP! As a reminder, all the resources and links to guide you through this process can be found on the State of Wellness Resources Page https://www.stateofwellness.org/resources/. An additional resource that is right around the corner is the […]