Women who do not already have diabetes can develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy. It occurs when your body cannot make enough insulin and affects your blood sugar levels. High blood pressure, premature delivery, large birth weight, low blood sugar, and increased risk of diabetes are just a few of the complications that can occur as a result of gestational diabetes. Because of this, it is imperative to manage your gestational diabetes properly.
In exchange for a monthly or annual fee, primary care physicians provide their services directly to their patients using Direct Primary Care (DPC). Patients do not have to pay any additional fees at the time of service when they pay their membership fee to access a variety of primary care services, including consultations, exams, care coordination, and some lab services.
DPC can help you manage your gestational diabetes in several ways:
You can have more time and attention from your primary care provider, who can monitor your blood sugar levels, adjust your medication, and provide personalized advice and education.
You can have unlimited access to your primary care provider via phone, email, or video chat, which can be more convenient and efficient than in-person visits.
You can avoid the hassle and cost of dealing with insurance companies, copays, deductibles, and surprise bills.
You can have more control and transparency over your health care spending and choices.
DPC can offer many benefits for gestational diabetes patients, such as:
Through timely and proactive care, DPC can help you prevent or reduce the complications of gestational diabetes. In studies of patients with chronic conditions, including diabetes1, DPC has been shown to improve the quality of care and reduce hospitalizations, emergency visits, and referrals.
Enhanced patient satisfaction: DPC can improve your relationship with your primary care provider by fostering trust, communication, and continuity. Studies have shown that DPC can enhance patient satisfaction and retention.
A DPC can reduce your health care costs by eliminating the middleman and reducing unnecessary or wasteful services. It has been shown that DPC reduces health care costs for patients and employers, as well as administrative overhead and malpractice claims.
DPC can provide you with personalized gestational diabetes management that suits your needs and preferences. For example, you can:
Choose a primary care provider who has experience and expertise in treating gestational diabetes and who shares your values and goals.
Work with your primary care provider to create a customized care plan that includes diet, exercise, medication, and lifestyle modifications.
Receive regular feedback and support from your primary care provider to track your progress and address any challenges or concerns.
Have access to additional services or resources that your primary care provider may offer or recommend, such as nutrition counseling, diabetes education, or referrals to specialists.
You can prevent or manage gestational diabetes by receiving high-quality, affordable, and accessible primary care from DPC, as Benjamin Franklin said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
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