With CDC support, Northwell to expand Diabetes Prevention services.
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With CDC support, Northwell to expand Diabetes Prevention services. Dr. Stephanie Fitzpatrick and her team developed the Northwell NDPP Community Network to bring together community-based organizations within Northwell's coverage areas. (Credit: Feinstein Institutes) MANHASSET, N.Y.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-After four years of dedicated work alongside community partners, Northwell Health has been recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as an Umbrella Hub Organization (UHO) for the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP). This designation positions Northwell to dramatically expand access to diabetes prevention services and facilitate reimbursement from Medicare, Medicaid and other payers in New York, ensuring the sustainability and growth of this vital public health initiative. The CDC's NDPP is a lifestyle change program proven to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes in individuals at high risk. Stephanie L. Fitzpatrick, PhD, professor in the Institute of Health System Science at Northwell's Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, and her team developed the Northwell NDPP Community Network to bring together community-based organizations within Northwell's coverage areas to deliver the program to those who need it most. "This UHO status opens doors for broader access and financial sustainability, allowing us to reach many more individuals at risk of...
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