Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2025

Key Points

• This bill would make it easier and cheaper for people on Medicare to get training on how to manage their diabetes. It removes the costs for these classes, meaning patients would not have to pay a deductible or a copay for this specific training starting in 2027.
• Patients would be guaranteed 10 hours of initial training that they can use whenever they need it, plus 2 hours of follow-up training every year after that. If a doctor decides a patient needs even more time to learn how to stay healthy, the bill allows for extra hours based on medical necessity.
• The government would start testing online training programs by 2026. This would allow people to learn how to manage their blood sugar and medication from home using a computer or phone, which could be especially helpful for those living in rural areas far from a clinic.
• The bill allows any qualified health professional to refer a patient for this training, not just the specific doctor managing their diabetes. This change is designed to cut through red tape and get patients the help they need faster.
• The goal of the policy is to help people stay out of the hospital by teaching them how to handle their condition daily. By making the training free and easier to access, the bill aims to lower blood sugar levels and prevent serious health complications.