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NEVADA DIABETES ASSOCIATION
FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS
Nevada Diabetes Resource Directory
2007
Your Nevada Resource
For
Diabetes Information and Services
775 856-3839
Or
1-800-379-3839
email: ndaca@diabetesnvorg
http://diabetesnvorg
1005 Terminal Way, Suite 104 PO Box 750688
Reno, NV 89502 Las Vegas, NV
89136
775 856-3839 702 364-5604
Statewide call 800 379-3839
DIABETES MANAGEMENT SCHEDULE
Take this information to your doctor to review your diabetes care
AT EVERY VISIT
Weight and blood pressure
Foot exam
Discuss self monitoring blood glucose records
Discuss ALL medications
Discuss self-management skills
Discuss dietary needs
Discuss physical activity
Discuss smoking cessation
TWICE A YEAR:
Check your HbA1c ________________ _________________
Date Date
ANNUALLY:
Have a:
Dilated eye exam ______________
Date
Dental exam _______________
Date
Flu Shot _______________
Date
Diabetes Education Review _______________
Date
Peripheral nerve test _______________
Date
Treadmill test or EKG _______________
Date
Ask your physician to check
Protein and fat in your blood _______________
Date
Protein in your urine _______________
Date
This Resource Directory was
developed by the NDACA under a generous grant
from the
Nevada State Diabetes Control Program
And
The generous assistance from the Members of the
Nevada Diabetes Council
Nevadas Diabetes Council Members
Carefree Footwear
Carson City Health and Human Services
HealthInsight
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Nevada Broadcasters Association
Nevada Diabetes Association for Children Adults
Nevada Public Health Foundation
Nevada Health Centers
Nevada State Health Division
Nevada Pharmacist Association
Sierra Dietetics
Southern Nevada Health District
St Rose Dominican Hospitals
VONS/Safeway
Washoe County District Health Department
Renown Diabetes Health Center
Washoe Tribal Health Centers
Nevada Diabetes Council Supporters
Abbott Diagnostics/Medisense
American Academy of Neurological Orthopedic Surgeons
American Diabetes Association
Bayer Pharmaceuticals
Becton Dickinson Consumer Health Care
Boehringer Mannheim
Carson Tahoe Hospital
Churchill Community Hospital
Dairy Council of Nevada
Diabetes Treatment Center of America/Healthways
Diabetes Wellness
Endocrine Associates
Great Basin Primary Care Association
Humana
Indian Health Services
Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada
Lions Club
Mead Johnson
Mercy Medical Association
NAACP
Nevada Association of Hospitals Health Systems
Nevada Department of Health Human Services
Nevada Nurses Association
Nevada State Medical Association
Nevada Urban Indians
Novo Nordisk
Nutrition Resources
PacifiCare
SavOn Pharmacy
Sierra Health Services
Smith Kline Beecham
South Lyon Medical Center
Southwest Medical Associates
St Marys Regional Medical Center
Sunrise Hospital Medical Center
Superior Limb and Brace
University of Nevada, Reno
VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System
This manual is available on the Internet at the Nevada State
Diabetes
Control Program site and the Nevada Diabetes Association for Children and
Adults site It is also available on disk For information call the NDACA
or 775 684-5949
If you know of a diabetes resource that is not listed in this directory, or
if the information listed is not accurate, please contact the NDACA at
775 856-3839 or 800 379-3839
Please feel free to make copies of this Resource Directory and distribute
to those in need
Nevada Diabetes Association Programs at a Glance:
| |DCAF - The Diabetic Children and Families Support Group is dedicated to |
| |providing education and support to those living with juvenile diabetes We |
| |welcome parents, children and other family members to attend meetings, as well|
| |as professionals and interested community members Each monthly meeting |
| |provides an educational lecture from health care professional and an |
| |opportunity for sharing information Studies have shown that well-informed |
| |patients require fewer hospital and doctor visits |
| |The Defeat Diabetes Project - Provides free diabetes
screenings, information |
| |and referrals This project targets at-risk populations including Hispanic, |
| |African American, Native America and Pacific Islanders The programs protocol |
| |for diabetes screening has been given to the Southern Nevada Health District, |
| |Nevada Urban Indians and other organizations to use at their health fairs |
| |The Emergency Medical Program - provides diabetes supplies and insulin to |
| |people in need In addition, the NDACA directs patients to resources, such as|
| |RXhelp4nv, where those who are income qualified can receive their medications |
| |at little or no cost |
| |Nevada Diabetes Resource Directory - The directory is distributed free of |
| |charge throughout Nevada and serves as a valuable tool in assisting people to |
| |find the services and resources they need Over 10,000 copies are printed each|
| |year The Resource Directory is also available online at our web site |
| |Family Diabetes Day and Weekend Camps - The goal of our Family Camps is to |
|
|educate children and their families about diabetes in a fun environment |
| |Children learn to better manage their diabetes in a supportive atmosphere |
| |Parents are given up-to-date information on care and management and best ways |
| |to help their children help themselves |
| |Diabetes Residential Camps - Residential camps are offered for children with |
| |diabetes both Northern and Southern Nevada Our camps provide a mechanism for |
| |children with diabetes to enjoy camp activities under medical supervision |
| |while learning to understand their disease and developing the confidence and |
| |skills they need to manage their condition Camp helps them learn diabetes |
| |does not control their lives; they can take control of their diabetes |
| |Help Yourself to a Healthier Life - Chronic Disease Self Management Program - |
| |Is a 2-hour program held 1 day over a 6-week period The program designed by |
| |Stanford Medical School helps people with chronic health conditions gain the |
| |necessary skills to significantly improve
the quality of their lives This |
| |program is provided free of charge and includes a book and tape |
| |Small Changes - Big Rewards Program - is a free one-hour program for |
| |individuals, organizations and businesses that can help at risk people from |
| |developing diabetes as well as other chronic health conditions and those with |
| |diabetes from developing complications and better manage their condition |
| |Eye of the Eagle Project - Is aimed at creating greater awareness in families |
| |with young children to the importance of good nutrition and being active The |
| |program is part of Childrens Story Time done at libraries across the state |
| |and at Tribal Head Start Programs NDACA developed the program with the State|
| |of Nevada Diabetes and Prevention program and the State Library It is just |
| |one of many partnership programs the Nevada Diabetes Association has been |
| |responsible for |
| |Professional Education - An annual conference is held in Northern Nevada for |
|
|health care professionals to present continuing education updates on the very |
| |latest in diabetes care, management, medications and treatment Continuing |
| |Education for health care professionals is a crucial component in reducing |
| |death and disability among diabetic patients in Nevada |
| |Library of Literature - The NDACA provides free diabetes literature as well as|
| |information on nutrition, exercise and related topics The NDACA also works |
| |with the public library system to see that the books on diabetes currently in |
| |circulation reflect the most recent diabetes information |
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
My Doctors:
Name: _____________________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________________
Name: _____________________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________________
Name: _____________________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________________
My Dietitian:
Name: _____________________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________________
My Insurance
Company
Primary
Name: _____________________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________________
Policy ____________________________________________
Secondary
Name: _____________________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________________
Policy ____________________________________________
Other Important Numbers
Name: _____________________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________________
Nevada Diabetes Association
For Children and Adults
TAKE THE DIABETES RISK ANALYSIS 1
DIABETES FACTS 2
INSULIN REACTION INFORMATION 3
HYPERGLYCEMIA INFORMATION 3
INSURANCE INFORMATION 4
CLARK COUNTY DIABETES SERVICES 5
WASHOE COUNTY DIABETES SERVICES 7
RURAL NEVADA SERVICES 8
NATIVE AMERICAN DIABETES RESOURCE SERVICES 9
GOVERNMENT RESOURCES 9
HELP WITH MEDICATIONS 10
Nevada Senior Rx Program 10
DOCTORS who SPECIALIZE IN DIABETES 10
DIETITIANS 12
CERTIFIED DIABETES EDUCATORS 12
SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES 12
OTHER RESOURCES 12
DIABETES ON THE WEB 13
Diabetes Prevention Campaign
The Diabetes Prevention Program DPP was the first major clinical trial in
the United States to show that moderate changes in diet and exercise can
delay and possibly prevent type 2 diabetes in a diverse population of
people with Impaired Glucose Tolerance, a pre-diabetic condition The DPP
found that modest weight loss, 5 to 7 percent of body weight, and increased
physical activity can cut a persons risk of developing type 2 diabetes by
more than half
The DPP provides the scientific evidence that the rising tide of type 2
diabetes in the US can be turned back The NDEP is taking the lead on
translating the DPP findings and developing a national education campaign
and mobilizing its partners to get this important information out to health
care providers and people at risk for type 2 diabetes
Known pre-diabetes risk factors include:
Being overweight or obese
Family history of diabetes
Low HDL cholesterol and high triglycerides
High blood pressure consistent reading of 140/90 mm Hg or higher
History of gestational diabetes or gave birth to a baby weighing more
than 9 pounds
Belonging to one of the following
minority groups: African Americans,
Native American Indians, Hispanic Americans/Latinos, and Asian
American/Pacific Islanders
What You Can Do
There is good news, however Results from the landmark Diabetes Prevention
Program show that even moderate lifestyle changes can make a big difference
in preventing type 2 diabetes and can even reverse the pre-diabetes
condition in some people Metformin, a type 2 diabetes medication, was also
shown to be beneficial to some individuals with pre-diabetes/impaired
glucose tolerance If you are at risk for pre-diabetes, or even if you have
it now, losing excess weight through proper diet and exercise can improve
the bodys ability to use insulin and to process glucose more efficiently
Exercise If you do not do it now, get started Surprisingly, seven in
ten Americans dont engage in any type of regular physical activity
Yet a regular, moderate exercise program of just thirty minutes a day
five days a week can greatly reduce your risk of diabetes It does not
have to be fancy, a brisk walk, outdoor play with the kids, or even
working in the yard burns calories and gets your body moving Always
check
with your physician before starting a new fitness program,
especially if you have a chronic illness or other health problems
Eat right If you are overweight, you will need to reduce calorie
intake and cut fats A registered dietitian or certified diabetes
educator can help you develop a food plan that works for you If you
are a self-starter, try following the food pyramid for healthier
eating habits Again, touch bases with your doctor if you have pre-
existing health conditions
Talk to your doctor New screening guidelines issued by the ADA call
for physicians to test overweight individuals over the age of 45 with
a fasting blood glucose test and/or oral glucose tolerance test Fit
the profile? Talk to your doctor today and get tested
TAKE THE DIABETES RISK ANALYSIS
Find out if you are at high risk of getting diabetes by answering and
scoring the following statements
1 I had a baby weighing more than nine pounds at birth or had diabetes
during pregnancy
If you answered Yes give yourself a score of 6
If you answered No give yourself a score of 0
2 I have a parents, sister, or brother with diabetes
If you answered Yes
add 3 to your score
If you answered No add 0
3 I consider myself Hispanic, African American, American Indian, Asian
American, or Pacific Islander
If you answered Yes add 3 to your score
If you answered No add 0
4 I am overweight
If you answered Yes add 3 to your score
If you answered No add 0
5 I have been told I have a high blood sugar level
If you answered Yes add 6 to your score
If you answered No add 0
6 I am between 45 and 64 years of age
If you answered Yes add 1 to your score
If you answered No add 0
7 I am under 65 years of age AND I get little or no exercise during a
usual day
If you answered Yes add 3 to your score
If you answered No add 0
8 I am 65 years old or older
If you answered Yes add 3 to your score
If you answered No add 0
Now, add up your total score from items 1through 8
If you scored 1to 5 points, you are probably at low risk for having
diabetes now But dont forget about it, especially if you are Hispanic,
African American, Native American, Asian American or a Pacific Islander If
you scored 6 or more points, you are at high risk for having or getting
diabetes Only a doctor can determine if you have diabetes If you have
diabetes, we encourage you to
share this information with your family
members
Copyright 2000 American Diabetes Association reprinted with permission
from the American Diabetes Association
DIABETES FACTS
Diabetes is a common, serious and costly disease 167 million in 2005
that poses a major health problem in our state The CDC Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention estimates that Nevadas population will
double in the next 20 years As of 2005, 71 of our citizens report being
diagnosed with diabetes Much of the current and future health and economic
burden of diabetes can be averted through increased awareness about the
disease and known preventive measures
WHAT IS DIABETES?
Diabetes is a disorder of metabolism, the way our body processes and uses
certain foods, especially carbohydrates The human body normally converts
carbohydrates to glucose, the simple sugar that is the main source of
energy for the bodys cells To enter cells, glucose needs the help of
insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas The pancreas is supposed to
automatically produce the right amount of insulin to allow glucose to enter
body cells from the blood and be converted into
energy However, when the
pancreas produces either little or no insulin or the body does not respond
to the insulin produced, the body cannot process glucose As a result, it
builds up in the blood stream, overflows into the urine, and passes out of
the body, effectively depriving the body of its main source of fuel
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF DIABETES?
TYPE 1 - INSULIN DEPENDENT: Type 1 diabetes is believed to be caused by a
genetic predisposition and considered an autoimmune disease in which the
human immune system attacks the insulin-producing beta cells in the
pancreas and destroys them Consequently, the pancreas produces little or
no insulin A person with Type 1 diabetes needs daily injections of insulin
to live Type 1 develops most often in children and young adults, but can
occur at any age Type 1 accounts for 10 of diagnosed diabetes cases in
the US
WARNING SIGNS OF TYPE 1 include:
Frequent urination Rapid weight loss
Abnormal thirst Unusual hunger
Irritability Obvious weakness
Fatigue Blurred vision
Nausea and vomiting
These symptoms appear suddenly See a doctor immediately If
not diagnosed
and treated a person can lapse into a life-threatening coma
TYPE 2: is called 2 because it requires TWO causes: congenital and
acquired and TWO mechanisms: insulin resistance and beta cell fatigue and
the insulin resistance has TWO problems: Decreased glucose uptake in TWO
tissues Muscle and fat, increased glucose production by the liver Type 2
usually occurs after the age of 30 but can also occur in children and
teens About 80 of people with Type 2 are over weight Symptoms may
include any of the signs and symptoms listed under Type 1 or:
Drowsiness/lack of energy Itching
A family history of diabetes Excessive weight
Tingling, numbness in the feet Frequent infection
Slow healing of sores
Any one of these signals can mean diabetes See your doctor at once
INSULIN REACTION INFORMATION
LOW BLOOD SUGAR, INSULIN REACTION, HYPOGLYCEMIA Rapid Onset,
WATCH FOR:
Excessive sweating
Faintness headache
Pounding of heart
Impaired vision
Trembling
Hunger
Disorientation
Appearance of drunkenness
WHAT TO DO:
Give sugar or foods containing sugar such as hard candies, juice etc
Do not give food or fluid if patient is not conscious
Do not
give insulin
Give glucagon if loss of consciousness
Call doctor
CAUSES: Too much insulin or oral medication
Not eating enough food
Unusual amount of exercise
Delayed meals
Alcohol on an empty stomach
HYPERGLYCEMIA INFORMATION
High blood sugar, diabetes acidosis, hyperglycemia Slow onset
WATCH FOR:
Increased thirst and urination
Large amount of sugar in blood and ketones in urine
Weakness
Abdominal pains
Generalized aches
Loss of appetite
Nausea and vomiting
Heavy, labored breathing
Disorientation
WHAT TO DO:
Call the doctor
Give patient fluids without sugar if able to swallow
Continue usual bgm and urine test
CAUSES:
Too little insulin or oral medication
Failure to follow diet
Infection
Fever
Emotional stress
INSURANCE INFORMATION
If you are a residence of the State of Nevada and do not now have heath
insurance and you have been denied heath insurance because you have
diabetes, you may now be eligible If you do have heath insurance, but your
current policy excludes diabetes related coverage check with your insurance
company to determine if they have changed your policy to cover diabetes
THE LAW: NRS 689B0357 required provision concerning coverage for
management
and treatment of diabetes
1 No group policy of health insurance that provides coverage for hospital,
medical or surgical expenses may be delivered or issued for delivery in
this state unless the policy includes coverage for the management and
treatment of diabetes, including, without limitation, coverage for the self-
management of diabetes
2 An insurer who delivers or issues for delivery a policy specified in
subsection 1:
a Shall include in the disclosure required pursuant to NRS 689B027
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
3 A policy subject to the provisions of this chapter that is delivered,
issued for delivery or renewed on or after January 1, 1998, has the legal
effect of including the coverage required by this section, and any
provision of the policy that conflicts with this section is void
4 As used in this section:
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
If you have problems with your insurance company or have questions
Governors Office for Consumer Health
The Governors 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
Phone: 702 486-3587 or 1-888-333-1597 toll free Fax: 702 486-3586
http://wwwgovchastatenvus Email: cha@govchastatenvus
555 East Washington Ave, Suite 4800
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Insurance Division If You Have a Child And Do Not
Have Health
Carson City 775 687-4270 Insurance your Child May
Qualify for
Las Vegas 702 486-4009 Children with Special
Healthcare Needs
Toll Free Number 1-888-333-1597 Nancy Kathryn Ford-
Administrator- 775 684-0504
http://wwwdoistatenvus
http://dhcfpstatenvus/medicaid/hkhtm
Email: insinfo@doistatenvus
CLARK COUNTY DIABETES SERVICES
DIABETES MANAGEMENT CLASSES
Classes Marked are Free Classes Marked are recognized programs that
meet the National Standards for Excellence in Diabetes Education Please
call to verify that a program is still available Check with each facility
for dates and times of
classes and support group programs
Desert Springs Hospital
Diabetes Treatment Center
2075 E Flamingo Road, Ste 225, Las Vegas, NV 89119
702 369-7560
wwwdesertspringshospitalorg
Diabetes Health Management The Jans
Certified Diabetes Educators fees apply
7473 W Lake Mead Blvd, Ste 100
Las Vegas, NV 89128
702 562-8134
Lied Adult Clinics
1524 Pinto Lane, Las Vegas
Phone: 702 383-2093
Hours: 7:30am - 4:00, Monday - Friday
By Appointment Only
Health Plan of Nevada
Ongoing diabetes classes open to members and
non-members through the Health Education and Wellness Department There is
a materials fee for these classes To register: 702 877-5356
Southwest Medical Associates
2300 West Charleston, 253
Las Vegas
702 877-5177
8:00-5:00pm Monday-Friday
HPN and Sierra members only
http://smasierrahealthcom/
St Rose Dominican Hospital
Diabetes self-management instructions with a CDE Appointments can be
arranged at either the Siena or Rose de Lima Campus To register for classes
702616-6545 Ty Phipps
Sunrise Hospital
Diabetes Education Adults only 3 night series Group classes
3186 South Maryland Parkway Las Vegas,
877-427-8674
wwwsunrisehospitalcom
University Medical Center
One on one
and Group in hospital and out patient classes 1800 W Charleston
Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89102
702 383-2093 or 383-2219
UNR-Cooperative Extension
Diabetes classes, locations vary
Call Hermilia Uribe 702 257-5546
for information
VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
Diabetes Clinic 7:30 am-4:00 Classes
3880 S Jones Blvd, Las Vegas
702 636-6390 FAX 702 636-4000
UMC Childrens Endocrinology and Diabetes Clinic
1760 Wheeler Peak
Las Vegas, NV 89106
702 383-1900
SUPPORT GROUPS
ADEMS Adult Diabetes Education Management Support Group
6301 W Charleston West Charleston Library
2nd Tues each month 6 to 7:30 pm
702349-7370
wwwdiabetes-lasvegasorg
Desert Springs Hospital Weight Management Support Group TOPS-Take Off
Pounds Sensibly
meets in the Diabetes Treatment Center every Thursday at 5:15 weigh-in,
meeting at 6 pm Contact Robin at 702 289-0961
Nevada Alliance Against Diabetes
Support group, free diabetes and nutrition classes in Spanish Glucose
testing and blood pressure readings available Walk-ins welcomed during
business hours M-F 8-6 pm and Sat mornings only
1440 North Eastern Las Vegas, NV 89101
Call 702 876-4967 for information
Nevada American Diabetes Association
Parents
and kids web site: youth zone, advocacy, virtual grocery store,
publications, information and other resources, message board for
information and support from other parents English/Spanish
http://wwwdiabetesorg/for-parents-and-kidsjsp
Nevada Diabetes Association DCAF Family Support Group
For children and adolescents with diabetes and their families
Group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Southwest Medical Associates Auditorium
2300 W Charleston Las Vegas,NV 89102
702 364-5604 or 800 379-3839
St Rose Dominican Hospital
Adult support group 1st Wednesday of each month at 10:00 am in Green
Valley 1 hour
insulin pump support group Every other month 1st Wednesday at 7:00 pm
and at the Siena campus
Boulder City support group Meets last Wednesday 10:00 am each month for
1 hour in Boulder City
To register 702 616-6551 or Ty 702 616-6545 and Dotty 702 616-6551
ORGANIZATIONS
Nevada Diabetes Association for Children Adults
PO Box 750688, Las Vegas
702 364-5604 or 800 379-3839
Email: Southern Executive Director at cochal@diabetesnvorg or for general
information
ndaca@diabetesnvorg http://diaberesnvorg
Services: Camp programs Information, Support Group, English
and Spanish
materials, resources and referrals, Professional Education Programs
Nevada Education Association for Diabetes NEAD
Offers speakers and education to those seeking information on diabetes
PO Box 71739
Las Vegas, NV 89170
NEADweb@coxnet
http://wwwneadweborg/
Nevada PEP Parents Encouraging Parents
Main Office
2355 Red Rock Street Suite 106
Las Vegas, NV 89146
702 388-8899 or 800 216-5188
Fax: 702 388-2966
Email: pepinfo@nvpeporg
http://wwwnvpeporg
Nevada American Diabetes Association
2785 East Desert Inn Road, Suite 140
Las Vegas, NV 89121
702 369-9995 Fax 702 369-3717
http://wwwdiabetesorg
Services: Funds research, educational programs, advocacy, publications
public/scientific, website-adults, parents and kids, professional
educators, speakers, information and other services, English/Spanish
Southern Nevada Chapter Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation JDRF
5542 South Fort Apache Suite 120, LV, NV 89148
702 732-4795 fax:702 732-1635
Website: wwwjdrforg Email: nevada@jdrforg
Services: Diabetes Publications, Research
PLACES TO GET TESTED FOR DIABETES IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A DOCTOR OR HEALTH
INSURANCE
Sliding fee, Medicaid accepted at the following locations
Nevada
Health Centers, Inc
Las Vegas Clinic Administration Offices
4415 W Spring Mountain Rd, Suite 103
Las Vegas 89102
702 307-5414 Fax: 702 307-5416
Las Vegas Outreach Clinic
http://wwwnvrhcorg/lvoutreachhtm
Free Services for the homeless
403 W Wilson Ave
702 380-8511
Las Vegas Outreach Clinic
Free Services for the homeless
47 W Owens
Las Vegas, NV 89030
702 307-4635 Fax: 702 307-4631
Cambridge Family Health Center
3900 Cambridge, Ste 102
Las Vegas, NV 89119
702 307-5415 Fax: 702 307-5416
Martin Luther King Family Health Center
1700 Wheeler Peak
Las Vegas, NV 89106
702 383-1961 Fax 702 319-6147
North Las Vegas Family Health Center
2031 McDaniel, Suite 210
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
702 214-5948 Fax: 702 214-9439
Nevada Health Centers OB/GYN
2320 McDaniel St, Suite C
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
702 253-7802 Fax: 702 633-6474
DIALYSIS CENTERS
Clark County
Hypertension and Renal Institution of Nevada 702 735-4758
Las Vegas Dialysis Center
702 878-0908
Renal Dialysis Center of Las Vegas, Ltd
702 735-5477
Sunrise Hospital Med Center-Organ Transplant 702 731-8000
University Medical Center-Esrd-Organ Transplant 702 383-2625
WASHOE COUNTY DIABETES SERVICES
DIABETES
MANAGEMENT CLASSES
St Marys Hospital,
Diabetes Wellness Program
235 West Sixth Street, Reno, NV 89520
775 770-3210 /Risk Management 770-7400
http://wwwsaintmarysrenocom/indexhtm
Health Enhancement Services
Renown Diabetes Health Center Stepping Stones to health and wellness
Diabetes Specialty Clinic
1500 E Second Street, Suites 402 403
Reno, NV 89502
775 982-5073 http://wwwrenownorg/
Email: Stepping_Stones@renownorg
Veterans Administration Medical Center VAMC
Diabetes Classes
1000 Locust Street, Reno, NV 89502
Phone: 775 786-7200
http://wwwvagov/health/diabetes/defaulthtm
SPECIAL CHILDRENS SERVICES
Children and Family Camp Programs
Nevada Diabetes Association for Children and Adults see Organizations
775 856-3839 or 800 379-3839
Renown Health Diabetes Health Center
Children Support Groups
3rd Wednesday of the month 6:30 pm
Call 775 982-5073 to confirm
1500 E 2nd Street, Suite 402
PLACES TO GET TESTED FOR DIABETES IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A DOCTOR OR HEALTH
INSURANCE
Sliding fee, Medicaid accepted at the following locations
Gerlach Medical Clinic
350 Short St, Gerlach, NV 89412
775 557-2313 Fax: 775 557-2140
HAWC Community Health Clinic
1055 S Wells Ave, 775
329-6300
Screenings, Support Services, Pharmacy
Saint Marys Neil J Redfield Health Center
3915 Neil Road, Reno, NV 89502
775 770-3780
Saint Marys Sun Valley
5295 Sun Valley, Sun Valley
775 674-5437
Renown Health
Diabetes Health and Wellness Center, Reno
775 982-5073
SUPPORT GROUPS
Renown Health Diabetes Health Center
Call for information on speakers, meeting topics, parties and also
screenings for senior
775 982-5073
ORGANIZATIONS
Care Chest of Nevada
7910 North Virginia, Reno, 89506
775 829-2273 Fax: 775 829-8745
Services: Diabetes Supplies, Medications, Disability Aids and Equipment
Lions Clubs International
District 4-N, The Lions of Nevada
District Diabetes Chairman
PO Box 2287 Reno, NV 89505
e-mail: Lions4NDiabetes@worldnetattnet
Services: eyeglasses, eye care and medical eye needs, diabetes information
materials
Nevada Diabetes Association for Children and Adults NDACA
http://diabetesnvorg
1005 Terminal Way, Suite 104, Reno, NV 89502
775 856-3839 or 800 379-3839
Fax: 775 348-7591
e-mail: ndaca@diabetesnvorg
Services: Camp programs, Diabetes Awareness Programs Information, English
and Spanish materials Resources and Referrals Professional Education
Programs
Medical Assistance program see Care Chest
Nevada PEP Satellite Office
4600 Kietzke Lane G-128
Reno, NV 89502
775 448-9950 Fax: 775 448-9603
Services: Support services for families of children with disabilities
Public Awareness, Resource Library Individual Assistance, Community
Specialist Network
Northern Nevada Chapter JDRF
5335 Kietzke Lane 230 Reno, NV 89511
P O Box 70928
Reno, NV 89570
Phone: 775 786-1881 or 800/925-5533
Fax: 775 827-0131
DIALYSIS CENTERS
Davita - Sparks Dialysis Center
4860 Vista Blvd Sparks, NV 89436
775 359-5432
Renown Health Center
1500 E 2nd Street
Reno, NV 89502
775 982-5611 Hemo Suite 101
982-4409 CAPD Suite 205
RURAL NEVADA SERVICES
DIABETES MANAGEMENT CLASSES
Carson City
Carson Tahoe Regional Healthcare
Specialty Medical Center
Diabetes Program
775 Fleischman Way
Carson City, 89703
775 885-4506
Churchill County
Diabetes Wellness, Classes in English and Spanish By appointment
195 N Ada Street, Fallon
775 423-4933 Email: diabeteswellness@hotmailcom
Choose Control
Churchill Community Hospital
801 E Williams, Fallon
775 423-3151 ext 2116 conniehonea@bannerhousecom
Douglas County
Carson Tahoe Minden Medical Center
925 Ironwood Drive, Suite
1105 Minden, NV
Lyon County
South Lyon Medical Center Education Department
213 S Whitacre Street, Yerington, NV
775 463-2301 ext 249
WHERE TO GET TESTED FOR DIABETES IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A DOCTOR OR HEALTH
INSURANCE
Sliding fee, Medicaid accepted at the following locations
Rural Nevada Clinics
Amargosa Valley Medical Clinic
845 Farm Road, Amargosa Valley
775 372-5432 Fax: 775 372-1303
Austin Medical Clinic
121 Main Street, Austin
775 964-2222 Fax: 775 964-2232
Beatty Medical Clinic
702 Irving St, Beatty
775 553-2208 Fax: 775 553-2844
Carlin Clinic
151 So 8th St, Carlin
775 754-2666 Fax: 775 754-2654
Carson City
Sierra Family Health
1000 N Division St Carson City
775 887-5140 Fax: 775 887-5143
Crescent Valley Medical Center
5043 Tenabo Ave, Crescent Valley
775 468-1010 Fax: 775 468-1019
Eureka Medical Clinic
250 So Main St Eureka
775 237-5313 Fax 775 237-5073
Jackpot Community Health Center
135 Keno St Jackpot
775 755-2500 Fax 775 755-2502
Wendover Community Health Clinic
925 Wells Ave, Wendover
775 664-2220 Fax: 775 664-2965
Additional Clinic Resources: Fees may vary
Lincoln Co Medical Clinic - Alamo
First West Street 775 725-3364
DIALYSIS
CENTERS
Carson City
DCI
778 Basque Way
Carson City, NV 89706
775 883-5400 fax: 775 883-0255
Washoe Health Center in Carson
3310 Goni Rd, Bldg H
Carson City, NV 89706
775 886-6450
Nye
DaVita - Pahrump Dialysis Center
1460 E Calvada Blvd
Pahrump, NV 89048
775 751-4300
NATIVE AMERICAN DIABETES RESOURCE SERVICES
BIA Agency
Western Nevada Agency
311 Washington Street Carson City 89701
775 887-3500
Nevada Urban Indians
5301 Longley Lane Reno, NV 89511
775 788-7600
Reno Sparks Indian Colony
98 Colony Road, Reno
775 329-5162
Washoe Tribe Health Center, Indian Health Services
1559 Watasheama, Gardnerville
775 265-4218
Owyhee Service Unit
The Owyhee Service Unit is located on the Duck Valley Reservation, which
overlaps Nevada and Idaho
Owyhee PHS Indian Hospital
PO Box 130, Owyhee, Nevada 89832
Highway 225
775 757-2415
Walker Tribal Health Clinic
1025 Hospital Road Schurz, Nevada 89427
775 773-2005
The Fallon, Pyramid Lake, Reno/Sparks and Washoe Clinics are managed
through tribal contracts The Fort McDermitt Clinic and Walker Tribal
Health Center are IHS-operated
The tribal communities of Moapa and Las Vegas are located approximately 360
miles from Schurz They receive
health care through tribal and IHS contract
care The other tribal communities in the Service Unit are Yomba,
Winnemucca, Yerington, and Lovelock and receive health care through direct
IHS services and contract care
For more information on IHS contact:
Phoenix Area Indian Health Service
Two Renaissance Square
40 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone: 602 364-5039
FAX: 602 364-5042
GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
Governors Office for
Consumer Health Assistance
Phone: 702 486-3587 Fax: 702 486-3586
Toll Free: 888 333-1597
http://wwwgovchastatenvus/
Bureau of Services to the Blind and Visually Impaired
Carson District Office 775 684-0400
Elko District Office 775 753-1930 or 800 395-0660
Las Vegas District Office 702 486-5333 or 1-800-662-3366
Reno District Office 775 688-1450 or 800 338-6185
Diabetes Control Program
4150 Technology Way, Room 101
Carson City, NV 89706
775 684-4081 bhandler@nvhdstatenvus
http://health2kstatenvus/diabetes/
Insurance Division http://doistateus
Carson City 775 687-4270
Las Vegas 702 486-4009
State Health Insurance Assistance Program
Las Vegas
800 307-4444
702 486-3478
Nevada Medicaid Information
Eligibility - 800 992-0900
Medigap or
Medicare
Supplemental insurance
800 992-0900 or 775 687-4270
Indicates Medicaid staff locations at district office sites
Carson City - 775 687-4270
Elko - 800 873-2261
Fallon - 775 423-3161
Hawthorne - 775 945-3602
Henderson - 702 486-6748
Las Vegas - Belrose Office
702 486-5270
Las Vegas - Charleston Office
702 486-4520
Las Vegas - Owens Office
702 486-5040
Lovelock - 775 273-7157
Reno - Mill Street 775 688-2811
Reno - Ninth St 775 688-2200
Tonopah - 775 482-6626
Winnemucca - 775 623-6557
Yerington - 775 463-3151
Medicare - Information on Diabetes Screening, Supplies, Education paid by
Medicare
http://wwwmedicaregov/Health/Diabetesasp
Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services,
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore MD 21244-1850
800 MEDICARE
SHIP - State Health Insurance Assistance
Help Line: 800 307-4444
Las Vegas 702 486-3478
Email: dasreno@govmailstatenvus
Services: Provides Medicare information, counseling and assistance services
to older and disabled Medicare beneficiaries, their families, caregivers
and others, pertaining to information on Medicare benefits, Medicare
supplemental insurance, long-term care insurance, managed care, Medicaid,
related health insurance, beneficiary
rights and grievance/appeal
procedures
Project NEON: Nevada Elders On the Net
3416 Goni Road, Building D, Carson City, NV
775 687-4210 Fax: 775 687-4264
dascc@agingnvgov
http://nvagingnet
Reno Office
445 Apple Street, Suite 104, Reno, NV
775 688-2964 Fax: 688-2969
HELP WITH MEDICATIONS
Care Chest of Nevada
7910 North Virginia, Reno, NV 89506
775 829-2273 Fax: 775 829-8745
Services: Diabetes Supplies, Medications, Disability Aids and Equipment
The Medicine Cabinet
1700 E Desert Inn Rd Suite 304-A
Las Vegas, NV 89109 702 444-6082
E-mail: medicinecabinet@coxnet
Nevada Senior Rx Program
Call 866 303-6323 775 687-8711 Carson City for program details and
application
PHARMA PRESCRIPTION DRUG PATIENTS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Many diabetes medications including insulin as well as other medications
are available through this program for those who cannot afford to pay for
their medication
RXHelp4NV 888 477-2669 a service available through a partnership with
the Governors Office for Consumer Health Assistance, and Americas
pharmaceutical companies, to improve health care access for the citizens of
Nevada
http://wwwpparxnvorg/
HELPING PATIENTSORG
888
477-2669
http://wwwhelpingpatientsorg is the Pharma website where you can go to
see if the prescriptions you are on are covered by this program
You will need your doctor to fill out the forms for free or low cost
prescriptions If your doctor does not have the necessary information have
them call our office at 775 856-3839 or 800 379-3839
If you do not have Internet access, you can call our office to find out if
this program covers your prescriptions
DOCTORS THAT SPECIALIZE IN DIABETES
SOUTHERN NEVADA
Lubna Ahmad, MD
702228-5000
7010 Smoke Ranch Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89128
Russel M Barakat, MD
702737-6658
3201 Maryland Pky 320
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Brian A Berelowitz, MD, PC see note
702804-9486
653 Town Center Dr, Bldg 2, Suite 315
Las Vegas, NV 89144
Farrukh Iqbal, MD
702434-8400
2415 W Horizon Ridge
Henderson, NV 89052
Firhaad Ismail MD
702792-4500
2470 E Flamingo C
Las Vegas, NV 89121
William R Litchfield, MD
702434-8400
2415 W Horizon Ridge
Henderson, NV 89052
Neal Marek, DPM podiatrist
4631 E Charleston Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89104
702 438-2425
Robert F Meger, MD
702733-7858
872 E Sahara Ave
Las Vegas NV 89104
Lewis B Morrow, MD
702671-5060
UNLV School of
Medicine
1707 W Charleston 230
Las Vegas, NV 89102-2292
Samer Nakhle, MD
702636-105
3000 Civic Center Drive North
Las Vegas NV 89030
Avi A Ostrowsky, MD
702360-9210
3150 N Tenaya
Las Vegas NV 89128
Alan Rice, MD Pediatrician
702992-6870
3006 S Maryland Parkway
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Ambika Rao MD
702671-5060
1707 W Charleston Blvd 230
Las Vegas, NV 89102
Elyiahu J Rubin, MD see note
702877-1887
500 S Rancho 12
Las Vegas NV 89106
James W Snyder, MD
Freddie G Toffel, MD
702736-2021
2700 E Sunset Rd D34
Las Vegas, NV 89120
Claudia Vogel, MD
702990-4530
100 N Green Valley Pkwy South
Henderson, NV 89074
Specialties: Diabetes, endocrinology metabolism Internal Medicine
Milton Wong, MD
702387-8868
8925 W Sahara
Las Vegas, NV 89117
Charmaine Yap MD
702362-3422
Indicates Board Certification Endocrinology
NOTE: This office requires a referral from your primary care physician
SPECIALISTS IN DIABETES COMPLICATIONS
Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous
Retina Consultants of Nevada
3 Las Vegas Locations
7023690200
8002285810
wwwretinanevadacom/
NORTHERN NEVADA
Lisa G Abbott MD
775 786-6770
540 W Plumb Ln
Reno, NV 89509
James Atcheson, MD
775 333-8000
1500 E 2nd
St Ste 401
Reno, NV 89502
Daniel R Caruso MD
775 348-1811
540 West Plumb Lane Ste 2A
Reno 89509
Kathryn Eckert MD Pediatrician
775 333-8000
1500 E 2nd St Ste 302
Reno, Nevada 89502
Robert S Fredericks, MD
775 348-1811
540 West Plumb Lane Ste 2A
Reno 89509
Claude K Lardinois, MD
775 784-7500
1500 E 2nd St Ste 302
Reno, NV 89502
Ray Plodkowski
775 784-7500
1500 E 2nd St Ste 302
Reno, NV 89502
Ann Owen, MD
775 329-2037
50 Kirman 306
Reno, NV 89502
Robert J Rosenquist, MD
775 348-1811
540 West Plumb Lane Ste 2A
Reno 89509
Stanley R Shane, MD
775 784-7500
1500 E 2nd St 302
Reno, NV 89502
John R Sutton, DO, FACOI, CCD, FACE
775 841-6333
1177 North Division 3
Carson City, NV 89703
American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
1000 Riverside Ave, Ste 205
Jacksonville, FL 32204
904 353-7878 Fax 904 353-8185 http://wwwaacecom
State of Nevada Board of Medical Examiners
1105 Terminal Way, Suite 301, Reno, Nevada 89502 775 688- 2559 Las Vegas
area residents can reach the Reno office toll-free by calling: 888 890-
8210
State of Nevada Board of Medical Examiners
1105 Terminal Way, Suite 301
Reno, Nevada 89502 775 688- 2559
Las Vegas area residents can reach the Reno office
toll-free by calling:
888 890-8210
Nevada Diabetes Association for Children and Adults NDACA
775 856-3839 or 800 379-3839
DIETITIANS
American Dietetic Association
1-800-877-1600
Information in English and Spanish on nutrition and meal planning
Call or visit their web site to find a dietitian
http://wwweatrightorg
Nevada Dietetic Association
Kim Mason 775 885-4436
wwwNevadardorg
CERTIFIED DIABETES EDUCATORS
American Association of Diabetes Educators
100 West Monroe Street, Fourth Floor
Chicago, IL 60603-1901
Phone: 800 338-3633
To find Diabetes Educators in your area call or visit the web site at
http://wwwaadenetorg/
Email: aade@aadenetorg
SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Nevada Libraries for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Talking Books 775 684-3354 or 800 922-9334
In Las Vegas 702 733-1925
Carefree Footwear 702 384-5121
1618 E Charleston
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Specializing in custom footwear
A Proper Fit 775 323-3757
1585 S Virginia Street
Reno, NV
Equitable Life Insurance Society 800 888-9763
Life Insurance or Disability for Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes
OTHER RESOURCES
Your local library has many books on diabetes, including diet and exercise
information You can
call the NDACA at 775 856-3839 for a list of books
and order books through the American Diabetes Association
Free Diabetes Identification Jewelry
Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation
send a self addressed stamped envelope to:
Free Diabetes Necklace
5151 Wisconsin Ave NW 420
Washington, DC 20016
http://wwwdiabeteswellnessnet/
For Information on Insulin Pumps
Animas
1877YESPUMP 18779377867
Office: 702838-8008
Resource for pump education and classes in Las Vegas
http://wwwanimascorpcom
Deltec Cozmore
Smiths Medical MD, Inc
Telephone Support:
800 826-9703
Fax: 800 209-2145
cozcustomerservice@smiths-medicalcom
http://wwwcozmorecom/
MiniMed Inc
18000 Devonshire Street
Northridge, CA 91325 USA
800 646-4633
http://minimedcom/
Smiths Medical MD, Inc Del-Tec Pump
800 988-4772
http://wwdiabetesnetcom/diabetes_technology/insulinpumps_deltecphp
For Information on Retinopathy
American Academy of Ophthalmology
PO Box 7424
San Francisco, CA 94120-7424
Phone: 415 561-8500 Fax: 415 561-8533
http://wwweyeorbitorg
For Information on Diabetic Foot Problems
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons,
515 Busse Highway,
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
DIABETES ON THE
WEB
Organizations
American Association of Clinical Endocrinology http://wwwaacecom
a good place to start if you need to find a diabetes specialist in your
community
American Association of Diabetes Educators — http://wwwaadenetorg/
American Diabetes Association
http://wwwdiabetesorg/homejsp
American Heart Association http://wwwamericanheartorg/
Heart disease and diabetes all to often go hand in hand This is a good
place to get important heart health information
Canadian Diabetes Association
http://wwwdiabetesca/– From the nation where insulin was developed by
Drs Banting and Best Excellent information
Children with Diabetes http://wwwchildrenwithdiabetescom/
Online community for kids, families and adults
The Islet Foundation - http://wwwisletorg/
Islet Research Information
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation -
http://wwwjdrforg/
Diet and Nutrition
Ask the Dietitian — http://wwwdietitiancom/ Check out Joanne Larsons
Weight / Calorie Calculator
Diabetic Gourmet Magazine — http://diabeticgourmetcom/
Good articles, recipes, and health information
About Diabetes — http://diabetesaboutcom/ Information and Links to
Carbohydrate Counting, Meal Planning, the Vegetarian
Resource Group and
many other useful sites
LowCarbEating– htttp://wwwlowcarbeatingcom/ Atkins Diet and Low Carb
Diet recipes, information, support, products, and much more
Help with Medication
RXHelp4NV
http://wwwrxhelp4nvorg/
a service available through a partnership with the Governors Office for
Consumer Health Assistance, and Americas pharmaceutical companies,
Pharma Helping Patients https://wwwpparxorg/Introphp nteractive Web
site by PHARMA and 48 of its member companies This site was designed to
help people find patient drug assistance programs
Information on Complications
Kidney Diseases - http://kidneyniddknihgov/
Neuropathy
http://wwwneurologychannelcom/neuropathy/
The Neuropathy Association http://wwwneuropathyorg/
Basic information and resources
Retinopathy and other eyes conditions
http://wwwaaoorg/aao/patients/links/disorderscfm
Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most common complications associated
with diabetes
Managing Complications
http://wwwlifescancom/diabetes/managing/complications/Site20Map
Medication and Equipment
Abbott Diagnostics Diabetes Now - http://wwwdiabeteshealthconnectioncom/
Becton Dickinson - http://wwwbddiabetescom/
Eli Lilly -
http://wwwlillydiabetescom/mydhtm
Lifescan — http://wwwlifescancom/
MiniMed — http://wwwminimedcom/
Novo Nordisk - http://wwwnovonordiskcom/diabetes/defaultasp
Pump Wear Inc http://wwwpumpwearinccom/
Resources on the Web
Diabetes Monitor — http://wwwdiabetesmonitorcom/ extensive site filled
with excellent information and extensive links to other valuable sites
Diabetes Net — http://wwwdiabetesnetcom/ Diabetes Shopping Mall and
Information
dLife For Your Diabetes Life - http://wwwdlifecom/ online magazine, pod
casts recipes and more
Feline Diabetes — http://felinediabetescom/
A clearinghouse for information, questions, and links concerning diabetes
in cats
Diabetes in Dogs — http://wwwcahcom/dr_library/diabetesdogshtml
The common form of diabetes in dogs is analogous to juvenile diabetes in
people
International Diabetes - http://wwwdiabetescomau/ Extensive Worldwide
links to resources and research information
Ivanhoe News Diabetes Channel
http://wwwivanhoecom/channels/p_channelcfm?channelidCHAN-100007 the
latest medical reports on breakthroughs in diabetes, discussion rooms and
much more
Joslin Diabetes Center
http://wwwjoslinorg
Established in 1898, and affiliated with
Harvard Medical School, Joslin
leads the field in both basic and clinical research, and is devoted to
educating both patients and professionals
David Mendosa Diabetes Resources — http://wwwmendosacom/diabeteshtm
Excellent site with extensive links and information
Government Resources
CDC Diabetes Information — http://wwwcdcgov/ The Center for Disease
Control Diabetes Public Resource includes links to State Diabetes Control
Programs
Children with Special Health Care Needs http://health2kstatenvus/cshcn/
This is a link to the Nevada State program to help families with children
under 19 years old with Type 1 diabetes
Get Healthy Washoe County - http://wwwgethealthywashoecom/ Information
and links to sites for healthy living, chronic diseases, tobacco fact,
getting active and more
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases –
http://diabetesniddknihgov/ Patient Information on Diabetes and related
Health and Research information
State of Nevada Diabetes Prevention and Control Program
http://health2kstatenvus/diabetes/
Support Groups
Adult Diabetes Education and Management Support Group , ADEMS is located
in Las Vegas, NV Check out the IPOD Web Broadcast
and stay up to date on
diabetes management
http://diabetes-lasvegasorg/pod cast http://wwwdiabetespowershowcom/
NDACA DCAF Support Group for Children and Families http://diabetesnvorg
Sign up for your free electronic newsletter
If you know of a diabetes resource that should be included in this
directory please call the Nevada Diabetes Association at 775 856-3839 or
800-379-3839 or email us at ndaca@diabetesnvorg
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Self-blood glucose monitoring is a valuable tool in determining high or low
blood sugar levels For information on blood monitoring call your doctor
or the Nevada Diabetes Association for Children and Adults 775 856-3839
or 1-800-379-3839
Source:getfittn.com
