Program highlights since its launch on Oct. 1, 2024, include:<\/p>\n
In addition to diabetes screening, 2,860 people were screened for social determinants of health, such as loneliness and housing insecurity.43% of EmblemHealth members whose health outcomes could be measured lowered their A1C blood sugar levels, and 24% achieved full diabetes reversal (an A1C level below 6.5).Participants showed higher clinical engagement, with 13% of participants completing more primary care visits and 9% of participants following through with diabetes-related care.<\/p>\n
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By signing up with an email address, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Service<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n “We know the rates of diabetes and diabetes-related complications are disproportionately high in the Bronx, said EmblemHealth\u2019s SVP, Medical Management and Chief Health Equity Officer Abdou Bah. “This program was designed for the community – all offerings are open to the public because improving health outcomes shouldn\u2019t depend on your insurer or your ZIP code.\u201d<\/p>\n “As we recognize National Diabetes Awareness Month, we must also acknowledge that the Bronx experiences some of the highest diabetes rates in our city, and too many of our families are being forced to choose between their health and their next meal,” said Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson. “I commend EmblemHealth for its leadership in creating\u00a0and funding initiatives like the Community Diabetes Wellness Program. As we celebrate its one-year anniversary, we recognize how this program has provided critical support and services\u00a0to help close the gap in care and ensure Bronx residents\u00a0have access to the quality healthcare they deserve.”\u00a0<\/p>\n The results were presented at a Diabetes and Population Health Panel Discussion hosted at EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care Fordham Road, featuring health and government leaders, including EmblemHealth\u2019s Executive Chair Karen Ignagni, Abdou Bah, the Assistant Commissioner for the Bureau of Equitable Health Systems (BEHS), Dr. Duncan Maru, and AdvantageCare Physicians’ President and CEO Dr. Navarra Rodriguez.<\/p>\n EmblemHealth is dedicated to providing tailored, meaningful support for individuals at every stage of their diabetes wellness journey. For more information about events and resources offered by the Community Diabetes Wellness Program, visit emblemhealth.com\/diabeteshealth<\/a>\u00a0or call\u00a0800-211-2803.<\/p>\n About EmblemHealth<\/p>\n EmblemHealth is one of the nation\u2019s largest not-for-profit health insurers, serving members across New York\u2019s diverse communities with a full range of commercial and government-sponsored health insurance plans for employers, individuals, and families. With a commitment to value-based care, EmblemHealth partners with top hospitals and doctors, including its AdvantageCare Physicians, to deliver quality, affordable, convenient care. At more than a dozen EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care locations, members and nonmembers can receive community-based health and wellness guidance and resources. For more information, visit\u00a0emblemhealth.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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