R590-200-2. Purpose  


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  • The purpose of this rule is to establish minimum standards of coverage for diabetes. Diabetes includes individuals with:

    (1) complete insulin deficiency or type 1 diabetes;

    (2) insulin resistance with partial insulin deficiency or type 2 diabetes; and

    (3) elevated blood glucose levels induced by pregnancy or gestational diabetes.

    This coverage will be provided at the levels consistent with the coverage provided for the treatment of other illnesses or diseases.