Diabetes Prevention Program
Reverse pre-diabetic indicators before they become diagnoses. AIC screening reminders, nutrition nudges, gym-reimbursement alerts, and FSA-eligible continuous glucose monitoring — all delivered at the right moment.
What is Pre-Diabetes?
Pre-diabetes means your blood sugar is elevated but not yet in the diabetic range. Diagnosed by:
- A1C: 5.7–6.4% (prediabetic range)
- Fasting glucose: 100–125 mg/dL
- Oral glucose tolerance: 140–199 mg/dL
The DPP (Diabetes Prevention Program) trial showed that a 5–7% body weight loss and 150 min/week of moderate activity reduced progression to Type 2 diabetes by 58% — more effective than metformin (31% reduction).
How NudgeWell Helps
NudgeWell targets the three highest-leverage intervention points for pre-diabetes reversal:
📊 A1C Screening Reminders
Annual AIC tests are covered under preventive care at no cost-share. NudgeWell sends reminders when you're 90 days overdue — with an Instacart CTA linking to low-glycemic grocery options that support your outcomes.
Preventive Care · Instacart CTA🍔 Nutrition & Grocery Nudges
Low glycemic meal planning through Instacart integration. NudgeWell sends targeted grocery nudges — not generic "eat healthier" copy, but specific items tied to your plan's wellness account balance and calendar context.
FSA-eligible groceries · Instacart CTA🏃 Gym Reimbursement Reminders
Many employer plans include gym reimbursement up to $600/year. NudgeWell identifies employees with FSA/HSA balances and low activity signals, then sends gym-reimbursement reminders timed to enrollment and year-end.
Wellness Account Eligible · FSA-eligible⚠ CGM Access for High-Risk Members
Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are increasingly covered for pre-diabetic members at high risk. NudgeWell surfaces CGM access when biometric data indicates elevated risk and the plan covers DME.
DME · May require prior authFSA & HSA Eligible Services
A1C Lab Tests
Covered as preventive care — no cost-share on most plans.
Continuous Glucose Monitors
FSA-eligible DME. Prior auth may be required.
Low-Glycemic Meal Delivery
Medically necessary meals may qualify with Rx documentation.
Diabetic Testing Supplies
Test strips, lancets, and glucometers are FSA-eligible.
Nutrition Counseling
Covered as preventive care when referred by PCP.
Diabetes Prevention Program
CDC-recognized DPP programs may be employer-covered.
Activity Data & Pre-Diabetes
Physical activity is the single most modifiable risk factor for pre-diabetes progression. NudgeWell uses Google Fit step and activity data to identify members with consistently low activity signals — and targets them with gym-reimbursement and preventive care nudges.
Connect Google Fit to enable personalized activity-based nudges. Your activity data stays private — it's used to improve the relevance of your nudges, not shared with your employer.
Your Action Steps
- Get your A1C tested. If it's been over 12 months, schedule a preventive care visit. This is covered at no cost-share on most employer plans.
- Check your gym reimbursement balance. Many plans cover up to $600/year. Use it before year-end — and NudgeWell will remind you if you haven't.
- Build movement into your day. 150 minutes/week sounds like a lot. It's 20 minutes of walking — and even small increases in daily step count correlate with improved insulin sensitivity.
- Connect Google Fit. NudgeWell uses your activity data to send relevant gym and nutrition reminders — never generic.
Personalized pre-diabetes prevention nudges
Connect your benefits profile and Google Fit in the NudgeWell employee portal to receive A1C screening reminders, gym-reimbursement alerts, and nutrition nudges — all tailored to your plan.
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