The Diabetes Management Education Program in South Texas: An Economic and Clinical Impact Analysis

Frontiers in Public Health

Bita A. Kash¹ 

关键词: diabetes management education program;    economic impact;    healthcare cost savings;    clinical benefits;    South Texas counties;    cost differentials model;    UKPDS risk engine model;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fpubh.2017.00345

学科分类：卫生学

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

IntroductionDiabetes is a major chronic disease that can lead to serious health problems and high healthcare costs without appropriate disease management and treatment. In the United States, the number of people diagnosed with diabetes and the cost for diabetes treatment has dramatically increased over time. To improve patients’ self-management skills and clinical outcomes, diabetes management education (DME) programs have been developed and operated in various regions.

【 授权许可】

CC BY