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NEVADA DIABETES ASSOCIATION
                               Serving Children and Adults

                         Nevada Diabetes Resource Directory
                                               2012

                                    Your Nevada Resource
                                               For
                                Diabetes Information and Services

                                  email: ndaca@diabetesnv.org
                                 Web page: http://diabetesnv.org

1005 Terminal Way, Suite 170                                      PO Box 750688
Reno, NV 89502                                                    Las Vegas, NV 89136
(775) 856-3839                                                    (702) 364-5604

                                  Statewide call (800) 379-3839
NEVADA DIABETES ASSOCIATION - Serving Children and Adults
Table of Contents:

Nevada Diabetes Association Diabetes Programs…………………………………………………………….1

Diabetes Management Tools & Information…………………………………..………………………………2-9

Insurance Information……………………………………………………………………………………………...10

Clark County Diabetes Services……………………………………………………………………………...11-17

Diabetes Management Classes (Clark County)…………………………………………………………..........11
                            (Washoe County)……………………………………………………............22

Support Groups (Clark County)……………………………………………………………………………..........13
               (Washoe County)………………………………………………………………………............22

Organizations (Clark County)…………………………………………………………………............................12
              (Washoe County)…………………………………………………………………………………..23

Diabetes Prevention Resources (Clark County)………………………………………………………………..12

Diabetes Support Services (Clark County)………………………………………………………………..........13

Low Cost Clinics (Clark County)………………………………………………………………………………14-15

Diabetes Specialists (Clark County)……………………………………………………………………….….15-16
                    (Washoe County)………………………………………………………………………........23

Vision & Dental Services (Clark County)………………………………………………………………..............17
                          (Washoe County)…………………………………………………………………….24

Prescription Discount Cards……………………………………………………………………………………….17

Healthcare Programs for the Uninsured……………………………………………………………………..18-19

Medication Assistance & Resources……………………………………………………………………………..18

Prescription & Medical Supply Assistance Programs………….……………………………………………..19

Special Programs & Services……………………………………………………………………………………...20

Washoe County Diabetes Services…………………………………………………………………………........21

Rural Nevada Services…………………………………………………………………………………………..22-24

Native American Resources……………………………………………………………………………………24-25

Government Resources…………………………………………………………………………………………….26

Other Resources…………………………………………………………………………………………………27-29

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Programs at a Glance

DCAF – Diabetes in Children and Families Support Group is dedicated to providing education and support
to those children diagnosed with diabetes & their families. 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 a health care professional and an opportunity for sharing
information. Studies have shown that well‐informed patients require fewer hospital and doctor visits.

Injection Connection is a fun and active teen support program focused on those ages 12‐17. It is geared
towards maintaining good diabetes care in between camps and deals with “teen issues.” The Injection
Connection has been successfully running since 2008 and meets on a quarterly basis for various activities
and diabetes education.

The Emergency Medical Program ‐ provides diabetes supplies and insulin to people in need. Patients need
to have an active prescription and met qualifications.

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:
http://diabetesnv.org.

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 in 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.

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
program’s 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.

Library of Literature – The NDA provides free diabetes literature as well as information on nutrition,
exercise and related topics. The NDA also works with the public library system to see that the books on
diabetes currently in circulation reflect the most recent diabetes information.

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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

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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: _____________________________________________

                                 This manual is available on disk, in print and on the Nevada Diabetes Association’s website.
                                                          For information call the NDA at 800‐379‐3839.
        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 NDA office.
                                 Please feel free to make copies of this Resource Directory and distribute to those in need.

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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 person’s 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 U.S. can be turned back. The
Nevada Diabetes Education Program (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 body’s 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 don't 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 base with your doctor if you have pre‐
        existing health conditions.

    •   Talk to your doctor. New screening guidelines issued by the American Diabetes Association (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.

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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 parent(s), 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 1 through 8.

If you scored 1 to 5 points, you are probably at low risk for having diabetes now. But don't 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 Nevada's population will
                                                 double in the next 20 years. As of 2005, 7.1% 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
body's 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
diabetes accounts for 10% of diagnosed diabetes cases in the U.S.

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.

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INSULIN REACTION INFORMATION

HYPOGLYCEMIA ‐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
                                                                         Self‐blood glucose monitoring is a
WHAT TO DO:
                                                                         valuable tool in determining high or low
Call the doctor
                                                                         blood sugar levels. For information on
Give patient fluids without sugar if able to swallow
                                                                         blood monitoring call your doctor or the
Continue usual bgm and urine test
                                                                         Nevada Diabetes Association In Las
                                                                         Vegas at (702) 364‐5604 or in Reno at
CAUSES:
                                                                         (775) 856‐3839.
Too little insulin or oral medication
Failure to follow diet
Infection
Fever
Emotional stress

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INSURANCE INFORMATION
                    If you are a resident 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 689B.0357 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 689B.027 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:

Governor’s Office for Consumer Health Assistance
The Governor's 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.
Las Vegas & surrounding areas phone: (702) 486‐3587 Toll Free Number: 1‐888‐333‐1597
Fax (702) 486‐3586
http://www.govcha.state.nv.us
Email: cha@govcha.state.nv.us

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                           Phone: (775) 684‐0504
http://www.doi.state.nv.us                                http://dhcfp.state.nv.us/medicaid/hk.htm
Email: insinfo@doi.state.nv.us

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CLARK COUNTY DIABETES SERVICES

DIABETES MANAGEMENT CLASSES                                              *St. Rose Dominican Hospital
Classes Marked + are Free. Classes Marked * are recognized               1125 American Pacific Drive Suite E
programs that meet the National Standards for Excellence in              Henderson, NV 89074
Diabetes Education. Please call to verify that a program is still        Phone: (702) 616‐6545
available. Check with each facility for dates and times of classes and   * Diabetes self‐management instructions with a CDE. To register for
support group programs.                                                  classes, please call. Also offers individual appointments as well.

                                                                         *Summerlin Hospital Outpatient Diabetes Services
*Desert Springs Hospital Diabetes Treatment Center                       653 N Town Center Dr. Suite 80
2075 E. Flamingo Road, Ste 225                                           Las Vegas, NV 89144
Las Vegas, NV 89119                                                      Phone: (702) 233‐7225
(702) 369‐7560                                                           http://www.summerlinhospital.com
 www.desertspringshospital.com                                           * classes & one on one visits for diabetes, pre‐diabetes and
* Classes & individual appointments in English & Spanish. Services       gestational diabetes with a certified diabetes educator and
available for Diabetes, Pre‐Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes and           registered dietician.
Weight Management. Physician Referral Required.
Only program in NV recognized and accredited by both ADA and             +Sunrise Hospital
AADE; inpatient program only one certified by The Joint Commission       3101 South Maryland Parkway
in Nevada.                                                               Las Vegas, NV 89109
Diabetes Health Management, LLC “The Jans”                               (702) 233‐5454 to register
Certified Diabetes Educators                                             www.sunrisehospital.com
7473 W. Lake Mead Blvd, Ste 100                                          * Offers diabetes overview classes, as well as medication & nutrition
                                                                         classes for adults. Must register for each class separately. Offered
Las Vegas, NV 89128                                                      only in English.
(702) 562‐8134 Fax: (702) 562‐8135
Email: diabeteshmnv@aol.com                                              +VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
* fees apply                                                             3880 South Jones Boulevard
                                                                         Las Vegas, NV 89103
Lied Adult Clinics
                                                                         (702) 636‐3005 FAX (702) 636‐4045
1524 Pinto Lane                                                          * Diabetes Clinic for Veterans & Spouses, clinic Open 7:30 am‐4:00
Las Vegas, NV 89106                                                      pm, Free diabetes education classes offered every Wednesday from
Phone: (702) 383‐2093                                                    8am‐11am.
*By Appointment Only, Office Hours: 7:30am – 4:00, Monday ‐ Friday

Health Plan of Nevada
To register: (702) 877‐5356
*Ongoing diabetes classes open to members and
non‐members through the Health Education and Wellness
Department. There is a materials fee for these classes. Meetings are
held at any Southwest Medical Associates location.

Diabetes Care Center at North Vista Hospital
1409 E. Lake Mead Blvd.
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Phone: (702) 657‐7005
*Classes for pre diabetes, diabetes & gestational diabetes
Sav‐On Pharmacy/Albertsons
Diabetes Care Program
*offers a variety of different consultation formats like blood glucose
monitoring, nutrition, insulin use, foot care, & sick day planning.
Also offers a monthly 3 hour seminar which provides general
diabetes overview, & information on medications, complications and
nutrition. Call your local Diabetes Care Pharmacist for more
information.

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ORGANIZATIONS
                                                                        Nevada Education Association for Diabetes (NEAD)
                                                                        1529 Sabatini Drive
Nevada Diabetes Association
                                                                        Henderson, NV 89052
PO Box 750688
                                                                        Website: http: www.myaadenetwork.org
Las Vegas NV 89136
                                                                        * For Healthcare professionals and diabetes educators. Offers
Phone: (702) 364‐5604                                                   speakers and education to those seeking information on diabetes.
Email: cochal@diabetesnv.org
Website: http://diabetesnv.org
Services: Diabetes Camps, Support Groups, English and Spanish           Nevada P.E.P. (Parents Encouraging Parents)
resource materials, Diabetes Education Programs, Emergency              Main Office
Medical Assistance                                                      2101 S. Jones Blvd. Suite 120
                                                                        Las Vegas, NV 89146
American Diabetes Association‐ NV Chapter
                                                                        Phone: (702) 388‐8899 or (800) 216‐5188
5463 S. Durango Drive Suite 100A
                                                                        Fax: (702) 388‐2966
Las Vegas, NV 89113
                                                                        Email: pepinfo@nvpep.org
Phone: (702) 369‐9995 Fax (702) 260‐0579
                                                                        http://www.nvpep.org
Website: www.diabetes.org
                                                                        Services: Provides support & advocacy to families with children
Services: Provides diabetes resource material for people with           with special needs. Assists with IEP and 504 plans.
diabetes, funds research, promotes advocacy and provides
professional educators & speakers. Offers Safe‐At‐ School Advocacy
and free Wisdom Kits for newly diagnosed families.

                                                                        DIABETES MANAGEMENT & PREVENTION
Children’s Heart Center                                                 RESOURCES
3006 S. Maryland Pkwy., Suite 690
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Phone: (702) 990‐4831
Toll Free: 866‐732‐1290                                                 Get Healthy Clark County
Fax: (702) 732‐1385                                                     www.gethealthyclarkcounty.org.
website: www.childrensheartcenter.com                                   * Information and links to sites for resources including free online
                                                                        nutrition and physical activity programs, tobacco prevention, safety
Services: Offers Healthy Hearts Program for children & their            and much more.
families‐ geared towards lifestyle activities and nutrition. Referral
needed, call for details.                                               Healthy Aging Up2me
                                                                        Phone: (702) 616‐4900
                                                                        * Learn how to live with a chronic condition. This is a free 6 week
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)                            Stanford Chronic Disease Self Management Program. For more
Las Vegas Chapter                                                       information on class dates and locations call: (702) 616‐4900.
5542 South Fort Apache, Suite 120                                       iDo
Las Vegas, NV 89148                                                     http://tiny.cc/3tTf2b (community)
Phone : (702) 732‐4795 FAX: (702) 732‐1635                              http://tiny.cc/JxTf2b (healthcare providers)
Website: www.jdrf.org
Services: Diabetes Publications, Research, Youth Ambassador             YMCA Diabetes Prevention Classes
Program, Parent Coffee Talk and Rockin’ Teen Scene Program.             Phone: (702) 839‐4900 Contact Breezy
                                                                        www.ymca.org
Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention Alliance                          * Offers a year long diabetes prevention class consisting of 16 weeks
Lawrence M. Rubin, DPM, Director                                        of classes then monthly maintenance classes. For information on
10924 Grand Haven Ave.                                                  program fees, financial assistance or to see if you qualify, contact
Las Vegas, NV 89134                                                     Breezy at (702) 839‐4900.
Phone: (702) 233‐5253 Fax: (702) 974‐3668
                                                                        Nevada Diabetes Education Program
* provides diabetes foot care education & screening programs
aimed at preventing lower extremity amputations                         www.ndep.nih.gov

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SUPPORT GROUPS
                                                                     Diabetes Support Services
Adult Diabetes Education Management Support Group                    Ace Medical Supply
(ADEMS)                                                              Phone: (702) 326‐6014
6301 W. Charleston (West Charleston Library)                         * provides diabetic protective shoes and inserts that are covered by Medicare &
                                                                     Medicaid
Las Vegas, NV 89146
Phone: (702) 349‐7370
                                                                     Care Free Footwear
www.diabetes‐lasvegas.org
* Meetings held 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5pm to 6:30 pm
                                                                     1618 E. Charleston
                                                                     Las Vegas, NV 89104
Diabetes Power Show                                                  Phone: (702) 384‐5121
www.diabetespowershow.com.                                           *Specializing in diabetes footwear
* Free IPOD Webcast which allows you to stay up to date on
diabetes management. You can listen to from the internet and
                                                                     Clinical Pathology Laboratories
download from I‐Tunes.                                               Phone: (702) 795‐4900
                                                                     www.cpllabs.com
Nevada Alliance Against Diabetes                                     * Offers low cost labs for cash pay patients. Call for locations and
1440 North Eastern Avenue                                            price quotes.
Las Vegas, NV 89101
                                                                     Desert Springs Hospital Wound Care Center
Phone: (702) 876‐4967
*Meetings are free of charge and are held twice a month from 6pm‐
                                                                     2075 E. Flamingo Road
9pm. (Spanish only)                                                  Las Vegas, NV 89119
                                                                     Phone: (702) 369‐7571
Nevada Diabetes Association
Diabetes in Children & Families (DCAF)                               Desert Springs Hospital Center for Surgical Weight Loss
Support Group                                                        2075 E. Flamingo Road, Ste 225
Southwest Medical Associates Auditorium                              Las Vegas, NV 89119
2300 W. Charleston Blvd.                                             Phone: (702) 369‐7618
Las Vegas, NV 89102
Phone: (702) 364‐5604                                                Desert Springs Hospital Leg Circulation Center
* For children and adolescents with diabetes and their families.     2075 E. Flamingo Road, Ste 225
Group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m   Las Vegas, NV 89119
                                                                     Phone: (702) 369‐7979
Southern NV Health District’s Muévete Bailando                       * offers complimentary ABI Screenings for Peripheral Artery Disease
Movement and Dance Spanish Diabetes Support Group                    Lab Express
3680 S. Maryland Pkwy., Suite 171                                    4161 S. Eastern Ave, Ste A6
Las Vegas, NV 89169                                                  Las Vegas, NV 89119‐5484
Phone: (702) 759‐1262                                                Phone: (702) 643‐5227 Fax: (702) 248‐6486
www.vivasaludable.org                                                www.lxilabs.com
* Group meets at 6pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month       * offers low cost glucose and cholesterol testing for $8.00. Contact
at the Boulevard Mall. For more information please call Gail Muñiz   Lorena (office manager) and ask for coupon.
759‐1262. or visit www.vivasaludable.org for more programs and
resources in Spanish.                                                MedicAlert Foundation
St. Rose Dominican Hospital                                          Phone: 1‐888‐633‐4298
Adult support group                                                  www.medicalert.org
1125 American Pacific Drive Suite E                                  *Provides a MedicAlert membership and basic stainless steel
                                                                     MedicAlert ID for individuals unable to afford the cost.
Henderson, NV 89074
Phone: (702) 616‐6545
*Meets 1st Wednesday of each month from 10‐11am.

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Huntridge Teen Clinic
LOW COST CLINICS                                                       2100 S. Maryland Parkway, Suite 1
Community Outreach Medical Center                                      Las Vegas, NV 89104
1140 Almond Tree Lane, Suite 306                                       Phone: (702) 732‐8776
                                                                       * Provides low cost services to those ages 12 to 18. Does not
Las Vegas, NV 89104                                                    provide comprehensive medical. Must call for appointment.
Phone: (702) 657‐3873
www.nvcomc.org                                                         Machuca Family Medicine
*General Medicine, low cost lab testing and on site pharmacy.          1501 S. Eastern Ave.
                                                                       Las Vegas, NV 89104
Eldorado Medical Center                                                Phone: (702) 778‐7614 Fax: (702) 778‐7615
1905 Civic Center Drive 2nd Floor                                      * Offers $40 consultations to anyone as well as free pap smears &
North Las Vegas, NV 89030                                              mammograms to women 40+ years of age.
Phone: (702) 877‐9514
* Patient can be seen by appointment only and must provide             Nevada Alliance Against Diabetes
Medicaid denial paperwork. Fees based on sliding scale.
.
                                                                       1440 North Eastern Avenue
                                                                       Las Vegas, NV 89101
First Med Health + Wellness Center                                     Phone: (702) 876‐4967
3343 S. Eastern Ave.                                                   *Private practice that has physician and nutritionist on staff. They
Las Vegas, NV 89169                                                    are also a research site for clinical trials and provide holistic care.
Phone: (702) 731‐0909 Fax: (702) 731‐1020                              Nevada Health Centers, Inc.
*Provides preventative, primary and urgent care services for those     www.nvhealthcenters.org
18 and older who are uninsured or under insured.                       See listings below for an area near you. Works on Sliding scale fee.
                                                                       Most visits range from $25‐$55 & offers in house labs starting at $10
Guadalupe Medical Centers
Phone: (702) 384‐1110                                                  Cambridge Family Health Center
*Provides glucose testing for $15, medical visits for $39 and has on   3900 Cambridge Ave. Ste 101
site low cost lab.                                                     Las Vegas, NV 89119
Locations:                                                             Phone: (702) 307‐5415 Fax: (702) 307‐5416
1820 E. Lake Mead Blvd. #M, N. Las Vegas, NV 89030
 731 North Nellis Blvd. #2 , Las Vegas, NV 89110                       Eastern Family Medical & Dental Center
1060 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89106                              2212 South Eastern Avenue
                                                                       Las Vegas, NV 89104
Helping Kids Clinic                                                    Phone: (702) 735‐9334    Fax: (702) 735‐9335
 968 E. Sahara Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89104                                                    Martin Luther King Family Health Center
Phone: (702) 732‐7001                                                  1700 Wheeler Peak Dr.
 www.helpingkidsclinic.org                                             Las Vegas, NV 89106
*Medical clinic providing healthcare for children birth‐18 years.      Phone: (702) 383‐1961 Fax (702) 319‐6147
Clinic asks for a $10 donation to be seen and $20 for physicals.
                                                                       Nevada Health Centers OB/GYN
HOPE Medical & Dental Clinics                                          400 Shadow Lane Suite 106
City Impact Center                                                     Las Vegas, NV 89106
970 E. Sahara                                                          Phone: (702) 253‐7802 Fax: (702) 633‐6474
Las Vegas, NV 89104                                                    North Las Vegas Family Health Center
Tuesday 8am‐12pm, Wednesday 2pm‐6pm                                    2320 McDaniel, Suite C
Walk in Only                                                           North Las Vegas, NV 89030
                                                                       Phone: (702) 214‐5948 Fax: (702) 214‐9439
ICLV Wellness Center:
                                                                       Las Vegas Outreach Clinic
3425 Cliff Shadows Pkwy Suite 100
                                                                       Free Services for the homeless
Las Vegas, NV 89129
                                                                       47 W. Owens Ave., North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Tuesdays 8am‐12pm
                                                                       Phone: (702) 307‐4635 Fax: (702) 307‐4631
By appointment only, call 673‐4745

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Safak Emir B. Guven, M.D.
Positively Kids Clinic                                                  Southwest Medical Associates Endocrinology
701 N. Pecos Rd.                                                        2704 N. Tenaya Way, Suite 2500
Las Vegas, NV 89101                                                     Las Vegas, NV 89128
Phone: (702) 455‐3692                                                   Phone: (702) 877‐5199
* Provides low cost medical and dental for children up to 18 yrs old.
                                                                        *Firhaad Ismail M.D.
                                                                        2470 E. Flamingo #C
Touro University
                                                                        Las Vegas, NV 89121
Dr. David J. Park, DO, FAAFP
                                                                        Phone: (702) 792‐4500
874 American Pacific Drive
Henderson, NV 89014                                                     *Serena Klugh, M.D.
Phone: (702) 777‐4809                                                   Palm Medical Group
*Must identify themselves as a patient of the iDo Diabetes Program      9280 W. Sunset Rd. Suite 306
and patient will be seen for $35.                                       Las Vegas NV 89148
                                                                        Phone : (702) 696‐7256
Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada
4770 Harrison Drive, #B                                                 *William R. Litchfield, M.D.
Las Vegas, NV 89121                                                     Desert Endocrinology
Phone: (702) 967‐0530                                                   2415 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway
www.vmsn.org                                                            Henderson, NV 89052
*Free clinic which offers comprehensive primary care to those           Phone: (702) 434‐8400
eligible. No walk‐ins. Must call for eligibility screening
                                                                        Neal Marek, DPM (Podiatrist)
                                                                        Nevada Foot Institute
                                                                        4631 E. Charleston Blvd.
SOUTHERN NV DIABETES SPECIALISTS                                        Las Vegas, NV 89104
                                                                        Phone: (702) 438‐2425
*Lubna Ahmad, M.D.
The Endocrine Clinic                                                    *Samer Nakhle, M.D.
7010 Smoke Ranch, Suite 100                                             Palm Medical Group
Las Vegas, NV 89128                                                     9280 W. Sunset Rd. Suite 306
Phone: (702) 228‐5000                                                   Las Vegas, NV 89148
                                                                        Phone: (702) 696‐7256
*Brian A. Berelowitz, M.D., P.C.
653 Town Center Dr, Bldg 2, Suite # 315                                 *Molouk Rahnema, M.D.
Las Vegas, NV 89144                                                     Palm Medical Group
Phone: (702) 804‐9486                                                   9280 W. Sunset Rd. Suite 306
                                                                        Las Vegas, NV 89148
Chard D. Bubb, M.D.                                                     Phone: (702) 696‐7256
Health Care Partners                                                    *Avi A. Ostrowsky, M.D.
2365 Reynolds Ave.                                                      3150 N. Tenaya
North Las Vegas, NV 89030                                               Las Vegas, NV 89128
Phone: (702) 399‐1287                                                   Phone: (702) 360‐9210
Rosalyn Collins, APN
                                                                        Kevin Springer, APN
Southwest Medical Associates Endocrinology
                                                                        Desert Endocrinology
2704 N. Tenaya Way, Suite 2500
                                                                        2415 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway
Las Vegas, NV 89128
                                                                        Henderson, NV 89052
Phone: (702) 877‐5199
                                                                        Phone: (702) 434‐8400
Barry Gould, M.D.
                                                                        *Freddie G. Toffel, M.D.
Southwest Medical Associates Endocrinology
                                                                        2700 E. Sunset Rd #D34
2704 N. Tenaya Way, Suite 2500
                                                                        Las Vegas, NV 89120
Las Vegas, NV 89128
                                                                        Phone: (702) 736‐2021
Phone: (702) 877‐5199

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Paul V. Tomasic, M.D.
Southwest Medical Associates Endocrinology                     SNV PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGIST
2704 N. Tenaya Way, Suite 2500
Las Vegas, NV 89128                                            *Asheesh Dewan, M.D. (Pediatric Endo)
Phone: (702) 877‐5306                                          The Peds
                                                               5235 S. Durango Drive, Suite 103
                                                               Las Vegas, NV 89148
Claudia Vogel, M.D.                                            Phone: (702) 851‐7287
100 N. Green Valley Pkwy South, Suite 340
Henderson, NV 89074                                            *Rola Saad, M.D. (Pediatric Endo)
Phone: (702) 990‐4530                                          Kids Health Care
                                                               3006 S. Maryland Parkway, Suite 315
Tomas Walker, APN                                              Las Vegas, NV 89109
Desert Endocrinology                                           Phone: (702) 992‐6868
2415 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway                                  UMC Children’s Endocrinology and Diabetes Clinic
Henderson, NV 89052                                            Cathy Flynn, APN
Phone: (702) 434‐8400                                          1524 Pinto Lane
*Milton Wong, M.D.                                             Las Vegas, NV 89106
Desert Endocrinology                                           Phone: (702) 383‐6299    Fax: (702) 383‐3708
8925 W. Sahara
Las Vegas, NV 89117
Phone: (702) 387‐8868

UNR School of Medicine
1707 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 200
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 671‐6469
* Dr. Kannan, Dr. Izuora, Dr. Abdelnour may provide discount
services for cash pay patients

*Indicates Board Certification Endocrinology

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EYE Care Services                                                      Dental Services
Eye Care America‐Diabetes EyeCare Program                              Access to Health Care Network
www.eyecareamerica.org                                                 Phone: 877‐385‐2345
* promotes annual dilated eye exams for people with diabetes.
People eligible receive a comprehensive medical eye exam and up to     www.accesstohealthcare.org
one year of care.                                                      * offers dental and vision plans to those who qualify.   No medical
                                                                       plan for southern NV at this time
Access to Health Care Network
Phone: 877‐385‐2345                                                    CSN Dental Hygiene Program
www.accesstohealthcare.org                                             (702) 651‐5510
                                                                       6375 W. Charleston Blvd. Suite A‐ 500
* offers dental and vision plans to those who qualify.   No medical
plan for southern NV at this time                                      Las Vegas, NV 89146
                                                                       *Dental cleanings provided by dental hygiene students, fees range
                                                                       from $35‐$135
VIP Vision Plan
(702) 341‐7254                                                         Huntridge Teen Clinic
www.vipvisionplan.com                                                  (702) 732‐8776
*Free vision plan open to anyone in Clark County. Has 8 locations in   2100 S. Maryland Parkway, Suite 5
area and offers free vision screenings and eye exams for $59. Call     Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 341‐7254 for details or visit www.vipvisionplan.com to enroll.
                                                                       * serves ages 12 to 18
                                                                       Nevada Health Center
                                                                       Eastern Family Medical & Dental Services
                                                                       2212 S. Eastern Ave.
                                                                       Las Vegas NV 89104
                                                                       Phone: (702) 735‐9334 Fax: (702) 735‐6147

                                                                       Paradise Park Children’s Dental Clinic
                                                                       4770 Harrison Drive
                                                                       Las Vegas, NV 89121
                                                                       Phone: (702) 432‐3334
                                                                       www.paradiseparkdental.com
                                                                       * full low cost dental services to children. Fees based on sliding scale

                                                                       UNLV School of Dental Medicine
                                                                       (702) 774‐2400
                                                                       1001 Shadow Lane
                                                                       Las Vegas, NV 89106‐4124
                                                                       *reduced cost care provided by dental students
                                                                       UNLV General Practice‐ Residency Program
                                                                       (702) 671‐5175
                                                                       1707 W Charleston Blvd Ste 290
                                                                       Las Vegas, NV 89102
                                                                       * provides more advanced procedures (surgeries, implants) provided
                                                                       by residents

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Healthcare Programs for the Uninsured                                    Nevada Medicaid Office
If you do not have health insurance the following programs may be        Phone: (702) 668‐4200 (Las Vegas)
of help.                                                                 Phone: (775) 684‐3600
                                                                         Toll‐free: 1‐800‐992‐0900 ext 2
Access to Health Care Network‐ NHAP Program                              www.dhcfp.state.nv.us
Phone: 877‐385‐2345
                                                                         * Nevada Medicaid is a program which provides quality health care
www.accesstohealthcare.org                                               services to low-income Nevadans who qualify based on federal and
* NHAP for ages 55‐64 years of age and uninsured.  Also will start       state law.
providing medical discount plans for southern Nevadans who qualify.      * See Access to Health Care Network for assistance with Medicaid
Call for details.                                                        application

Healthcare.gov
                                                                         Pre‐Existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP)
* Online service which will help consumers take control of their         www.pcip.gov
health care by connecting them to new information and resources
that will help them access quality, affordable health care coverage.     * For those 18 years or older. Must have been uninsured for at
                                                                         least the last 6 months and have a pre-existing condition. For
Nevada Check Up                                                          more information visit www.healthcare.gov or complete
                                                                         application at www.pcip.gov
Phone: 1‐877‐543‐7669
www.nevadacheckup.nv.gov
*Nevada Check Up is the State of Nevada’s Children’s Health
Insurance Program. It provides low cost, comprehensive health care
coverage to working families with uninsured children 0‐18 years 11
month of age who are not covered by private insurance or Medicaid.       Co‐Payment Programs
Call toll free number or access application at website.
* See Access to HealthCare Network for assistance with application       Partnership for Prescription Assistance
                                                                         Phone: 1‐888‐477‐2669
Medicare                                                                 www.pparx.org
Phone: 1‐800‐Medicare                                                    *Serves as resource for possible co‐pay assistance programs. Call or
                                                                         go to website for more information.
www.medicare.gov

* A federal health insurance program to those who meet the               Drug Company Discount Cards
eligibility criteria. To be eligible to receive Medicare benefits a
                                                                         * There are many types of drug discount cards. Check with the
person must be at least sixty‐five years old or must have a disability
                                                                         pharmaceutical company that produces your prescription for patient
that prevents them from working.
                                                                         assistance programs or discount cards. Some discount cards offer
* For assistance with Medicare questions, call the Nevada State
                                                                         significant savings while others may not be as great of a deal.
Health Insurance Assistance Program at (702) 486‐3478
*see State Health Insurance Program for information, counseling &
assistance regarding Medicare.                                           Together RX Access
Medicare Part A‐ is a hospital insurance.
                                                                         P.O Box 9426
Medicare Part B‐ is optional and is medical insurance for outpatient     Willmington, DE 19809‐9944
hospital care & doctor’s services.                                       Phone: 800‐444‐4106
Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) combines Part A & Part B.           www.togetherrxaccess.com
These plans are run by private insurance companies. Generally you
                                                                         * Free discount savings card for those with no prescription coverage
must see doctors in the plan.
                                                                         and not eligible for Medicare. Save 25%‐40% on more than 300
Medicare Part D‐ Prescription coverage
                                                                         brand name medications. Call or visit website to register.
Medicare “Extra Help” Programs
Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division                            Needy Meds Drug Discount Card
Phone: (702) 333‐1038                                                    www.needymeds.org/drugcard
* Special Programs may cover Medicare Part B and Part D Premiums         * Offers a discount card that provides a 20‐60% discount on many
and protect you from the drug plan “Donut Hole”                          medicines. The card is free and open to everyone.

                                                                         Nevada Drug Card
                                                                         www.nevadadrugcard.com
                                                                         *Free discount prescription drug card program. Speak with your
                                                                         local pharmacist about their prescription programs.

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RX Hope
Phone: 877‐267‐0517                                                       Nevada Senior RX
www.rxhope.com                                                            Department of Health & Human Services
* Free discount savings card. Covers some pet medications as well         Phone: 866‐303‐6323
                                                                          Phone: 775‐687‐7555 (Reno‐Carson City‐Gardnerville)
                                                                          www.dhhs.nv.gov/seniorrx.htm
WorldDoc Foundation
                                                                          * A program that provides Nevada Seniors (with or without
www.myhealthnv.com                                                        Medicare Part D) with assistance paying for medications.
*provides discount drug cards

                                                                          Nevada Disability RX Program
Medication Assistance/ Resources                                          Department of Health & Human Services
                                                                          Phone: 866‐303‐6323
                                                                          Phone: 775‐687‐7555 (Reno‐Carson City‐Gardnerville)
Access 2 Wellness                                                         www.dhhs.nv.gov/disabilityrx.htm
Phone: 1‐ 866‐317‐2775                                                    *Provides assistance with the cost of prescription medications to
www.access2wellness.com                                                   qualified individuals with disabilities.
     •    Website is designed to help people find information on
          assistance programs quickly and easily. It describes
                                                                          RXAssist
          available programs and provides contact information. It
          also features a unique Eligibility Tool                         Phone: (401) 729‐3284
     •    that can quickly and easily determine which patient             www.rxassist.org
          assistance programs might be most appropriate.                  * is a website with information, news, and a database that are all
                                                                          designed to help you find out about ways to get affordable, or free,
                                                                          medications. The database includes information on the
Partnership for Prescription Assistance                                   pharmaceutical companies' patient assistance programs, or
Phone: 1‐888‐477‐2669                                                     programs that provide free or low cost medication to low‐income
www.pparx.org                                                             patients.
* Helps qualifying patients with & without prescription drug
coverage find the medicines they need for free or nearly free.            RX Hope
Call for details to see if there is a program for you.                    Phone: 877‐267‐0517
                                                                          www.rxhope.com
                                                                          * Helps qualifying patients with & without prescription drug
HopeLink                                                                  coverage find the medicines they need for free or nearly free. Offers
178 Westminister Way                                                      discount savings cards. Call for details to see if there is a program
                                                                          for you.
Henderson, NV 89015
Phone: (702) 566‐0576             Fax: (702) 566‐0494
www.link2hope.org
*offers financial assistance to those who qualify including assistance
with housing, utilities and prescriptions. (Prescription assistance for
Henderson residents only). Call for details.

Needy Meds
www.needymeds.org
* Website has information on medicine and healthcare assistance
programs. They are not a patient assistance program and do not
supply medicine or financial assistance.

Nevada Diabetes Association
PO Box 750688
Las Vegas, NV 89136
Phone (702) 364‐5604
www.diabetesnv.org
* provides one time medical assistance to those who are insulin
dependent. Must meet qualification process. Call for details.

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Prescription & Medical Supply
Assistance Programs
                                                                         Merck Patient Assistance Program
                                                                         Phone: 800‐727‐5400
Abbott Patient Assistance Program
                                                                         www.merckpap.com
Phone: 1‐800‐222‐6885 Option 7
                                                                         * Provides medicines free of charge to those eligible. May print out
www.abbottpatientassistancefoundation.org
                                                                         application from web or call for details. Meds include Januvia &
*provides Freestyle or Precision Meter & testing strips to those who     Janumet.
qualify. Call or access website for more details.

                                                                         Novo Nordisk‐ Diabetes Patient Assistance Program
Amylin Pharmaceuticals‐ Patient Assistance Programs                      Phone: 866‐310‐7549
Phone: 800‐330‐7647                                                      www.diabetespap.com
www.amylinreimbursement.com                                              * Can not have any prescription coverage to qualify. Call for details.
                                                                         Meds include NovoLog, Novolin & Levemir insulins, Glucagen Kits,
* Call or go onto website for application. Must meet qualifications
                                                                         Victoza, NovoFine Needles, Prandin & Prandinet.
and have no prescription coverage. Meds include Symlin Pen and
Byetta Pen.
                                                                         Sanofi‐ Aventis‐ Patient Assistance Program
                                                                         Phone: 800‐221‐4025
BD Medical‐ Insulin Syringe Assist Program                               www.patientassistanceprogram.sanofi‐aventis.us
Phone: (866) 818‐6906 Option 1                                           * Provides prescription assistance program to those who have no
                                                                         prescription coverage or can not afford medications and met
* Offers 3 month supply of syringes for $15 to those who qualify.
                                                                         eligibility requirements. The patient needs the doctor’s involvement
Call for details.
                                                                         stating need for insulin. Call or go on website to obtain copy of
BD Medical‐ Diabetes Care                                                application. (Meds include Lantus and Apidra)
Phone: 1‐888‐232‐2737
*call to request $2 coupons off syringes and needles

                                                                         Pfizer‐MAINTAIN Program
                                                                         Medicines Assistance for Those Who Are In Need
GlaxoSmithKline‐ GSK Access
                                                                         Phone: 866‐706‐2400
Phone: 866‐475‐3678
                                                                         www.pfizerhelpfulanswers.com
www.gskforyou.com                                                        * for the uninsured & underinsured who need help getting Pfizer
*Provides prescription assistance program to those meeting               medicines for free or at a savings to patients who qualify.
qualifications. Call or request to fax application or download it from
the website. Meds include Avandia, Avandaryl, Avandamet.

                                                                         Takeda Pharmaceuticals
                                                                         Takeda Patient Assistance Program
IPump.org
                                                                         www.takedapap.com
www.ipump.org
                                                                         Phone: 800‐830‐9159
* assists qualifying children with diabetes & insulin pump supplies
                                                                         * Program for low income individuals or families with no active
only to uninsured children and full time college students with Type 1
                                                                         prescription coverage. Meds include Actos, Actos + Metformin and
diabetes.
                                                                         Duetact

Lilly Cares Patient Assistance Program                                   Xubex Free Diabetes Kit & Supplies
Phone: 800‐545‐6962                                                      Phone: 866‐699‐8239
www.lillycares.com                                                       www.xubex.com
*Provides prescription assistance program to those meeting               * Program provides free diabetic supplies to those who qualify.
qualifications. The patient needs the doctors’ involvement or letter     Applicants receive a free diabetes care kit which includes glucose
stating the need for insulin. You must not have any other prescription   meter, lancet device, carrying case and strips. Apply on line or call
coverage to qualify. Call for more information. (Meds include            for more information. Offers discount diabetes program for testing
Humalog & Humulin insulins)                                              strips and lancets.

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Special Programs & Services
                                                                       Republic Services
Access To Health Care Network‐ Hotline
Phone: 1‐877‐385‐2345                                                  * Dispose of your needles, syringes and sharps containers. Gate
* Service to assist families with Nevada Check Up and Medicaid         Hours for Household Hazardous Waste are Wednesday ‐ Saturday:
applications.                                                          9am ‐ 1pm. Limit 5 gallons per drop off. Please place waste in tin can
                                                                       similar to coffee can. Please seal and label Needles on the container.
                                                                       The container will not be returned. A copy of your last Republic
Governor’s Office for Consumer Health Assistance                       Services residential bill and valid photo identification are required.
555 E. Washington Ave. Suite 4800
Las Vegas, NV 89101                                                    Drop Off Locations:
Phone: (702) 486‐3587 Fax: (702) 486‐3586                              Henderson Transfer Station
                                                                       560 Cape Horn Dr
Toll Free: 1 (888) 333‐1597
                                                                       Henderson, NV
Email: cha@govcha.state.nv.us
                                                                       702‐735‐5151
Website: http://govcha.state.nv.us
* assists consumers in solving problems related to medical
                                                                       Recycle Center
management and workers compensation claims management. They
do not provide financial assistance to the uninsured.                  333 W Gowan Rd
                                                                       North Las Vegas, NV
                                                                       702‐599‐5852
Nevada 211
                                                                       State Health Insurance Assistance Program
www.nevada211.org                                                      Phone: (702) 486‐3478 Las Vegas
* Call 211 which connects callers to free information about critical   Phone: 800‐307‐4444
health & human services available our community.                       www.nvaging.net
                                                                       * SHIP provides information, counseling & assistance to Medicare
                                                                       Beneficiaries in Nevada.
NIDDK
Phone: 1‐800‐860‐8747
www.diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/financialhelp/
*Publication called “Financial Help for Diabetes Care” which offers
programs which may provide coverage for medical expenses for a
person with diabetes. Phone or visit link to obtain a copy of
publication.

Pain in the Drain
www.paininthedrain.com
* Dispose of any unwanted or expired medications at the LV Metro
Police Dpt., Boulder City Police Dpt., and City of Henderson Police
Dpt.

Tobacco QUIT LINE
1‐800‐QUITNOW
6375 W. Charleston Blvd. Suite A‐172
Las Vegas, NV 89146
www.livingtobaccofree.com
* Credentialed Alcohol & Drug Counselors provide free confidential
& individualized nicotine dependence treatment services over the
phone.

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WASHOE COUNTY DIABETES SERVICES

DIABETES MANAGEMENT CLASSES                           Saint Mary's Neil J. Redfield Health Center
St. Mary's Hospital, *                                3915 Neil Road, Reno, NV 89502
Diabetes Wellness Program                             (775) 770‐3780
235 West Sixth Street, Reno, NV 89520                 Saint Mary's Sun Valley
(775) 770‐3210 /Risk Management 770‐7400              5295 Sun Valley, Sun Valley
http://www.saintmarysreno.com/index.htm               (775) 674‐5437
Health Enhancement Services*                          Renown Health *
Renown Diabetes Health Center & Stepping Stones to    Diabetes Health and Wellness Center, Reno
health and wellness Diabetes Specialty Clinic         (775) 982‐5073
1500 E. Second Street, Suites 402 & 403
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 982‐5073. http://www.renown.org/                Important Healthcare Programs to Help
Email: Stepping_Stones@renown.org
                                                      the Uninsured
Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC)         If you do not have health insurance the following
Diabetes Classes                                      program can be of help:
1000 Locust Street, Reno, NV 89502
Phone: (775) 786‐7200                                 Access to Healthcare Network
http://www.va.gov/health/diabetes/default.htm         (775) 770‐3872
                                                      http://accesstohealthcare.org/

SPECIAL CHILDREN’S SERVICES
                                                      SUPPORT GROUPS
Children and Family Camp Programs
                                                      Renown Health Diabetes Health Center
Nevada Diabetes Association for Children and Adults
                                                      Call for information on speakers, meeting topics, parties
(see Organizations)
                                                      and also screenings for seniors.
(775) 856‐3839 or (800) 379‐3839
                                                      (775) 982‐5073
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
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