You were referred for a reason,
let's do something about it together.
You have prediabetes. That means you have a real opportunity to prevent type 2 diabetes before it starts. The Nutritionist and Nurse is a CDC-recognized provider offering a free, Medicare-covered program built for people just like you.
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A prediabetes diagnosis isn't a life sentence , it's a window of oppurtunnity. Research shows that structured lifestyle intervention can reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by up to 58%. But that window doesn't stay open forever.
The CDC's National Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) is the evidence-based answer to that window. It works. The Nutritionist and Nurse, offers the diabetes prevention program that is covered by Medicare, at no cost to you.
The National Diabetes Prevention Program is a 12-month lifestyle change program. Here's what participation looks like:
1 - Sessions 1–16 (Months 1–6)
Weekly group sessions covering nutrition, physical activity, stress, sleep, and behavior change. Facilitated by a trained diabetes lifestyle coach.
2 - Sessions 17–22 (Months 7–12)
Monthly maintenance sessions to reinforce habits, track progress, and prevent backsliding.
3 - Your goal: 5–7% weight loss + 150 min/week activity
These are the clinically proven targets. We'll get you there with structured, realistic support, and not a not a crash plan.
4 - Virtual delivery via Zoom
No driving, no parking, no rearranging your schedule. Join from anywhere in the United States.
Most programs focus only on food. Ours addresses all six areas of your life that research shows directly affect your blood sugar, your weight, and your long-term health:
Whole Food Nutrition — Understanding what you eat and why it matters
Physical Activity — Movement that fits your real life, through our Club 150 program
Restorative Sleep — How sleep affects blood sugar, hunger, and weight loss
Stress Management — The connection between cortisol, stress, and prediabetes
Avoidance of Risky Substances — Practical, non-judgmental conversations about habits that affect health
Positive Social Connection — The accountability and community that makes change stick
Every session in our program is built around one or more of these pillars because lasting prevention requires addressing all of them, not just diet alone.
Every session is facilitated by a clinically trained nurse and certified diabetes lifestyle coach with hands on experience in disease prevention, not an algorithm, and not a one-size-fits-all app.
Your weight, physical activity, and progress are logged and reviewed every single session so nothing slips through the cracks. Over time, that data tells your story and gives you the information needed to adjust your plan and keep you on track toward your goals.
Every session comes with structured guides, practical tools, and reference materials designed to work in real life, not just in a classroom. These resources are yours to keep, so the knowledge and habits you build during the program stay with you.
The Nutritionist and Nurse is a Houston-based nurse-led clinical prevention practice. We are an approved Medicare MDPP Supplier, a CDC Full Plus Recognized provider, and an American Diabetes Association Partner Organization. Our practice was built specifically to deliver evidence-based diabetes prevention to persons at risk for Type 2 Diabetes.
While we focus on the Medicare population, we serve persons at risk for diabetes type 2. With the clinical rigor of a healthcare practice and the personal attention of a coach, The Nutritionist and Nurse is dedicated to turning a prediabetes diagnosis into a turning point , not a life sentence.
"I didn't think I could change the habits I'd had for 20 years. By month 2, I had lost 7 pounds and my doctor took me off one of my medications. This program is the real deal."
— MDPP Participant, Houston TX
Do I have to pay anything?
No. If you have Medicare Part B, this program is fully covered. We handle the billing directly, there is no out-of-pocket cost to you.
How do I know I qualify?
You qualify if you have Medicare Part B and a prediabetes diagnosis confirmed by an A1C, fasting glucose, or glucose tolerance test within the last 12 months. We'll verify your eligibility during your onboarding call.
What if I work during the day?
Sessions are delivered virtually via Zoom. We offer morning and early evening cohorts so you can participate without disrupting your workday.
How long does it take to get started?
Your onboarding call takes about 30 minutes. After that, we confirm your eligibility and enroll you in the next available cohort , typically within 1–2 weeks.
I'm not great with technology. Can I still do this?
Yes. If you can use a smartphone or a computer with a camera, you can participate. We walk every new enrollee through the platform setup during onboarding.
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