Diabetes Prevention Program
Do you have prediabetes? Lower your risk of getting Type 2 diabetes and improve your health by joining HPSM's Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP)! This support program is available to eligible HPSM members at no cost.
What you get
- Weekly one-hour sessions run by trained Lifestyle Coaches for the first six months and monthly one-hour sessions in the last six months. Sessions focus on:
- Understanding food groups and food labels.
- Different types of physical activity and how to create an exercise routine.
- Recognizing barriers to healthy behaviors.
- How to stay motivated and create a plan for your goals.
- Educational materials to help you meet your health goals.
- Group support.
How do I know if I have prediabetes? Prediabetes is when your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not enough for a diabetes diagnosis. If you are unsure, check in with your primary care provider (PCP). Learn more at cdc.gov.
Who is eligible
HPSM Medi-Cal members who meet all of the following:
- Are 18 years old or over
- Are overweight (Body Mass Index of at least 25 or at least 23 if self-identified as Asian)
- Are not pregnant
- Do not have diabetes (type 1 or 2)
- Do not have end-stage renal disease (kidney failure)
- Meet one of the following:
- Have prediabetes: your PCP can tell you if you have prediabetes
- Have had gestational diabetes in a past pregnancy
- Get a result of high-risk for type 2 diabetes on the CDC Prediabetes Risk Test
HPSM CareAdvantage members who meet all of the following:
- Are 18 years old or over
- Are overweight (Body Mass Index of at least 25 or at least 23 if self-identified as Asian)
- Are not pregnant
- Do not have diabetes (type 1 or 2)
- Do not have end-stage renal disease (kidney failure)
- Have prediabetes: your PCP can tell you if you have prediabetes
Transportation
DPP-eligible members can use HPSM's Ride Benefit to get to in-person DPP sessions.
Additional Services
Eligible Medi-Cal members who enroll in DPP can also enroll in HPSM’s Fitness Membership Program at no cost while enrolled in DPP. That gives you access to YMCA locations throughout San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara Counties.
CareAdvantage members can learn more about how to enroll in our Fitness Membership Program.
Learn more about or join the DPP
Our Health Promotion team can answer your questions about the DPP, see if you are eligible and enroll you if you like. Call HPSM’s Health Promotion Unit at 650-616-2165. Please have your Member ID ready when you call.
HPSM's DPP is approved by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- Watch videos about CDC-recognized diabetes prevention lifestyle change programs and read testimonials from participants
- Find out if you or a loved one are at risk for prediabetes by taking the CDC's seven-question online screening test
Other tips for staying healthy
You can help lower your risk of getting type 2 diabetes by:
- Eating healthy. Registered dietitians can help you create plans for eating healthy. HPSM has in-network registered dietitians that can offer advice on nutrition and healthy eating habits. To learn more:
- Medi-Cal members call 1-800-750-4776 or 650-616-2133 Monday–Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- CareAdvantage members call 1-866-880-0606 or 650-616-2174 Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Or visit our online Provider Directory and search for “Dietetics.” Be sure to have your member ID available.
- Getting regular exercise. There are programs and resources that can help you get regular exercise.
- If you are a CareAdvantage member, you can enroll in our Fitness Membership Program to get a YMCA gym membership at no cost to you.
- Other local programs include the Mariposa Program in San Mateo County, where eligible individuals can receive a free annual pass to San Mateo County Parks. Also check out your local Parks and Recreation website to see what classes and events are available to residents.
Learn more about diabetes
- Visit our website for more information
- Read our Diabetes Newsletter, which includes tips to help manage diabetes, a diabetes control checklist and resources you can find online or in your area
- Call the Health Promotion Unit at 650-616-2165 for referrals to other support resources in San Mateo County