Diabetes care is often poorly managed, and the disease exacts a high toll on society in terms of health costs and lost productivity. Analysis of two health plans with established diabetes programs shows that the business case for diabetes disease management is weak. The initial costs for such programs are substantial, and plans may not be able to reap the potential savings until 10 years after a health plan member is enrolled in the program.
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