Tag: Dsmt

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), diabetes self-management training (DSMT) is a covered service for Medicare beneficiaries with diabetes. But what is the CPT code for diabetes nutrition education? The answer depends on whether the service is for MNT or DSMT, and whether it's an initial or follow-up session.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 38 million Americans have diabetes, and many rely on Medicare for health coverage. For these individuals, the good news is that Medicare does provide coverage for diabetes education, a critical component of managing the disease effectively.