Barrett Hospital & HealthCare is proud to announce that it has received recertification from the American Diabetes Association (ADA) through its Education Recognition Program (ERP). This esteemed recognition confirms the organization’s commitment to providing high-quality education and care for patients living with diabetes.
The ADA's Education Recognition Program helps ensure that patients receive a consistent level of education and care, which is crucial for managing diabetes effectively. The ADA’s ERP certificate assures that educational services meet the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Services (DSMES). The ADA-ERP recognition lasts for four years.
Benefits for Patients:
Access to Skilled Care: The recognition from the ADA ensures that patients have access to qualified healthcare professionals who are well-versed in the latest diabetes management strategies. This expert guidance is vital for preventing complications and improving overall health outcomes.
Comprehensive Diabetes Management: Patients at Barrett Hospital & HealthCare can expect a comprehensive diabetes management program that focuses on the critical aspects of living with diabetes, including monitoring blood sugar levels, education, lifestyle changes, and medication management.
Enhanced Quality of Life: By equipping patients with the tools and education necessary to manage their diabetes, Barrett Hospital & HealthCare plays an essential role in improving patients' quality of life, enabling them to lead healthier, more active lives.
"We are incredibly honored to receive this recertification from the American Diabetes Association," said Taylor Rose, Chief Executive Officer of Barrett Hospital & HealthCare. "This recognition underscores our ongoing dedication to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. We believe that education is a powerful tool in managing diabetes, and we are committed to empowering our patients with the knowledge and resources they need."
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) National Diabetes Fact Sheet, there are over 38 million people, or 11.6%, of the U.S. population who have diabetes. While an estimated 29.7 million have been diagnosed, unfortunately 8.7 million people are not aware they have this disease. Each day, nearly 3,300 Americans are diagnosed with diabetes. Many will first learn they have diabetes when they are treated for one of its life-threatening complications—heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, blindness, nerve disease, or amputation. Diabetes is the eighth leading cause of death in the U.S.—in 2021, it contributed to 399,401 deaths. The ADA’s Economic Costs of Diabetes in the U.S. in 2022 report confirms diabetes continues to be one of the nation’s most expensive chronic health care conditions with an estimated cost of diagnosed diabetes of $412.9 billion.
“Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Services are an essential part of managing diabetes and are as effective as diabetes medication. Therefore, all people with diabetes benefit from it,” said Barbara Eichorst, MS, RD, CDCES, the ADA’s vice president of health programs.
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