• Due to the complexity of delivering DSME in today’s health care environment,  2 new standards have been added for a total of 12 Standards.
• About 20 – 30% of people with Medicare or private insurance currently utilize DSMES services.
• To maintain quality, at least one of the DSMES team members needs to have either a CDCES or BC-ADM.
• Less focus on “checking the box” when delivering curriculum and more focus on the individual needs.

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Want to learn more about the recently updated National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES)?  Join Coach Beverly this Thursday!

Setting up a Successful DSME Program Standards | Level 2 $29 | 1.5 CEs

Join us live Thursday March 17th at 11:30 am PST

Join us live on March 17, 2022, at 11:30 am PST for our Level 2 | Setting up a Successful DSME Program Standards live webinar

This course provides you with a succinct overview of the latest standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) and Support Programs. If you are taking certification exams or considering setting up a DSME program, this program is designed for you. We highlight the newly revised and simplified 2022 Standards and provide strategies on program implementation. In addition, we discuss Medicare Reimbursement and covered benefits. This course provides insights into the exam philosophy and also highlights critical content areas.

Objectives:

1. Describe DSME program examples from across the country.
2. List the six standards for creating a successful DSME program
3. Discuss marketing strategies for success
4. Describe Medicare Reimbursement for diabetes care and education

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Lower Extremity Assessment Standards | Level 2
$29 for 1.5 CEs

Join us live Tuesday March 22nd at 11:30 am PST

Join us live on March 22, 2022, at 11:30 am PST for our Level 2 | Lower Extremity Assessment Standards live webinar

People with diabetes are at increased risk of Lower Extremity Complications. This course reviews the steps involved in performing a detailed assessment of the lower extremities, including how to use a monofilament and tuning fork to detect neuropathy. We also discuss the significance of Ankle Brachial Index and strategies to prevent lower extremity complications.

Objectives:

1. Describe the risk factors for lower extremity complications
2. Discuss prevention strategies
3. Demonstrate steps involved in a lower extremity assessment

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Meds Management for Type 2 Standards | 1.5 CEs

Join us live Thursday March 24th at 11:30 am PST

Join us live on March 24, 2022, at 11:30 am PST for our Level 2 | Meds Management for Type 2 Standards live webinar

Coach Beverly will highlight the key elements of the latest Medication Guidelines by AACE and ADA. We will explore clinical factors to consider when determining the best strategy to improve glucose management in people with type 2 diabetes and other co-conditions. There will be a special focus on cardiovascular risk reduction and renal protection.

Objectives:

1. Describe the role of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists in stopping clinical inertia
2. Discuss using the latest ADA and AACE Guidelines to determine the best therapeutic approach.
3. Using the ADA and AACE Guidelines, describe strategies to initiate and adjust injectable therapy.

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Enroll in the entire
Level 2 | Standards of Care Intensive Series | 20 CEs | $199

2022 Updates Airs March 17 – May 26, 2022

This bundle is specifically designed for healthcare professionals who want to learn more about the ADA Standards of Diabetes Care for their clinical practice or for those who are studying for the BC-ADM or the CDCES certification exam.

• Recorded on December 15, 2021 – Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards | 1.0 CE
• Recorded on December 21, 2021 – Assessing and Promoting Well-Being: From Population Health to a Person-Centered Approach Standards | 1.5 CEs
• Recorded on February 3, 2022 – ADA Standards of Care | 2.0 CEs
• March 17, 2022 – Setting up a Successful Diabetes Program 1.5 CEs
• March 22, 2022 – Lower Extremity Assessment 1.5 CEs
• March 24, 2022 – Meds Management for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
• April 26, 2022 – Microvascular Complications, Eye, Kidney Nerve Disease 1.5 CEs
• April 28, 2022 – Critical Assessment of Diabetes Patient 2.0 CEs
• May 10, 2022 – Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 12, 2022 – Older Adults and DIabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 17, 2022 – Tots to Teens – Diabetes Standards 1.5 CEs
• May 19, 2022 – Pregnancy and Diabetes 1.5 CEs
• May 26, 2022 – Hospital and Hyperglycemia 1.5 CEs

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Accreditation: Diabetes Education Services is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider 12640, and Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), Provider DI002. Since these programs are approved by the CDR it satisfies the CE requirements for the CDCES regardless of your profession.

The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the CDCES exam. CBDCE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by CBDCE.

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The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the CDCES exam. CBDCE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by CBDCE.