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THE CURRANT NEVADA LAW: NRS 689B.0357 required provision concerning coverage for management and treatment of diabetes.
(a) Shall include in the disclosure required pursuant to NRS 689B.027 notice to each policyholder and subscriber under the policy of the availability of the benefits required by this section.
(b) Shall provide the coverage required by this section subject to the same deductible, co-payment, coinsurance and other such conditions for coverage that are required under the policy.
(a) “Coverage for the management and treatment of diabetes” includes coverage for medication, equipment, supplies and appliances that are medically necessary for the treatment of diabetes.
(b) “Coverage for the self-management of diabetes” includes:
(1) The training and education provided to the employee or member of the insured group after he is initially diagnosed with diabetes which is medically necessary for the care and management of diabetes, including, without limitation, counseling in nutrition and the proper use of equipment and supplies for the treatment of diabetes;
(2) Training and education which is medically necessary as a result of a subsequent diagnosis that indicates a significant change in the symptoms or condition of the employee or member of the insured group
and which requires modification of his program of self-management of diabetes; and
(3) Training and education which is medically necessary because of the development of new techniques and treatment for diabetes.
(c) “Diabetes” includes type I, type II and gestational diabetes.
(Added to NRS by 1997, 743)
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The Governor’s Office for Consumer Health Assistance was established to provide a single point of contact for consumers and injured workers to assist them in understanding their rights and responsibilities under Nevada law and health care plans, including industrial insurance policies. The Office is dedicated to providing assistance through information, counseling, education, and advocacy.
The Nevada Diabetes Association has spent over 30 years redefining the diabetes experience, empowering individuals through inclusive programs, education, and support to help them lead healthier, longer lives.
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The Nevada Diabetes Association has spent over 30 years redefining the diabetes experience, empowering individuals through inclusive programs, education, and support to help them lead healthier, longer lives.
Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved. Site by Design On Edge
The Nevada Diabetes Association has spent over 30 years redefining the diabetes experience, empowering individuals through inclusive programs, education, and support to help them lead healthier, longer lives.
