Take charge of diabetes to prevent health complications
In the U.S., 38 million people have diabetes and one in three have prediabetes1. If you are part of the 38 million, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) is here with tools, resources, and care teams to help you avoid diabetes health complications.
Learn more about preventing diabetes health complications
Get support for managing diabetes from the Blue KC Care Management Team
Turn to Blue KC for support managing your diabetes. Our Care Management Team includes registered nurses, social workers, and community health workers you can chat with securely through the Blue KC Care Management app.
With the Blue KC Care Management app you can also:
- Set appointment and medication reminders
- Receive daily health tasks and track your progress
- Explore clinically approved resources
Download the Blue KC Care Management app
Scan the QR code or download the app in the App Store or Google Play. When prompted, use access code kcbluewelcome.
Work with a Diabetes Care Specialist at a Spira Care Center2
If you are a Blue KC member with exclusive access to Spira Care Centers, talk to your Spira Care provider about working with a Diabetes Care Specialist. Diabetes Care Specialists Amy Kapple, RDN, LD and Janice Monachino, RN understand the challenges of managing diabetes and can help develop a diabetes management plan that works for you. They’ll also:
- Help you understand your diabetes or prediabetes diagnosis
- Partner with you and your primary care provider to develop a care plan that fits your schedule and lifestyle
- Support and advocate for you
- Help you achieve your goals and feel your best
Learn more about our Diabetes Care Specialists at Spira Care
1CDC.gov
2Primary care and support services at Spira Care are available to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City members enrolled in a plan with exclusive access to Spira Care Centers.
