National Diabetes Prevention Program Type 2
Join a CDC-approved, 1-year Type 2 diabetes prevention program designed to prevent, manage, and reverse diabetes through personalized lifestyle coaching. Covered by Medicare, private insurance, and most providers, this low-cost, physician-referred program offers science-backed mentorship, community support, and proven health results. Participants experience:
5–7% weight loss
improved cardiovascular health
better mental wellness
reduced depression
healthier relationships
lasting lifestyle changes
Organizations also benefit from lower healthcare costs (up to $1M in savings), boosted employee morale, and increased productivity. Transform health, prevent disease, and unlock a higher quality of life.
Participant Eligibility
Participants must be at least 18 years of age. The program is intended for adults at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
All participants in a program must have a body mass index
(BMI) of 25 kg/m² or higher (or 23 kg/m² or higher if Asian or Asian American).
All of a program’s participants must be considered eligible based on either:
a. A blood test result within one year of participant enrollment. Blood test results may be self-reported for CDC recognition purposes.
b. Participants enrolled in the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) cannot self-report blood test results; lab results must be provided.
c. Blood test results must meet one of the following specifications:
i. Fasting glucose of 100 to 125 mg/dl (CMS eligibility requirement for MDPP participants is 110 to 125 mg/dl)
ii. Plasma glucose of 140 to 199 mg/dl measured 2 hours after a
75 gm glucose load
iii. A1C of 5.7 to 6.4
iv. Clinically diagnosed gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) during a previous pregnancy (allowed for CDC recognition and may be self-reported; not allowed for MDPP participants) or
v. a positive screening for prediabetes based on the Prediabetes Risk Test online at: https://www.cdc.gov/prediabetes/takethetest/.
** Note: The risk test is not an option for eligibility for MDPP participants.
Participants cannot have a previous diagnosis of type 1 or type 2 diabetes prior to enrollment.
Participants cannot be pregnant at the time of enrollment.
A health care professional may refer potential participants to the program, but a referral is not required for participation in the lifestyle change program.
An eligible participant is considered a completer if:
• they attended at least 8 sessions in months 1-6 and
• The time from the first session held for their cohort to the last session attended by the participant is at least 9 full months.
American Diabetes Association/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (ADA/CDC) Risk Test Prediabetes: You Could Be at Risk
Take the free test below to check your eligibility! If you qualify, ask your doctor about enrolling in this powerful, life-changing coaching program designed to support your health, energy, and long-term wellness.
Pre-diabetes is a condition where blood glucose (sugar) levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnostic for type 2 diabetes. Diabetes is the 8th leading cause of death. It is a serious disease that can cause heart attacks, strokes, blindness, kidney failure, or loss of toes, feet, or legs. Type 2 diabetes can be delayed or prevented in people with prediabetes through an effective lifestyle change program. It is essential for individuals to take the first step by assessing their risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Meet Your Coach
Christina Andrini is a 500-hour E-RYT certified Ayurvedic Health Consultant, Lifestyle Wellness Coach, bilingual global yoga instructor, and educator known for bridging clinical and holistic wellness. A member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA), she specializes in accessible, preventive care, particularly in the prevention and management of Type 2 diabetes - through yoga, Ayurveda, and public health education.
Honored as a New Orleans, LA “Change Maker” and “Healthy Hero,” Christina has led wellness programs internationally since 2011 and has been featured on local news and media for pioneering accessible yoga programs for individuals with disabilities. She currently collaborates with Vahalla Industries and the CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) to advance research and community-based interventions for metabolic health.
Christina is pursuing her BA in Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, with a minor in Consciousness and Human Potential, and is also pursuing her real estate license. She plans to earn her Master’s and PhD in Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine to deepen her work at the intersection of tradition, science, and inclusive care. Her future goals include joining the Peace Corps and opening sustainable wellness education and healing centers worldwide, blending her expertise in Ayurveda, yoga, and public health.
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National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) Coaching Recap
The CDC-approved NDPP is a 1-year, evidence-based lifestyle coaching program designed to prevent, manage, and even reverse Type 2 diabetes. It combines personalized coaching, peer support, and physician oversight to create measurable health outcomes while fostering lasting community and lifestyle change.
Why It Matters for Physicians:
Enhances patient outcomes with a proven, non-pharmacological approach.
Provides an additional, evidence-based tool for patient-centered care.
Reduces long-term complications and healthcare costs for patients.
Requires physician verification of eligibility via the pre-diabetes risk test.
Why It Benefits Clients:
Low-cost entry, with most insurance providers and MDPP Medicare covering the cost.
If the participant successfully completes the first year, they are reimbursed for their investment.
Scientifically proven to reduce the risk of developing Type 2 by up to 58% (71% in adults over 60).
Enhances weight management, cardiovascular health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life.
Builds community support and fosters self-sustaining habits for long-term health beyond the program.
Why It Supports NDPP Providers:
Expands community reach while meeting CDC quality standards.
Creates measurable outcomes that strengthen healthcare provider partnerships.
Reduces corporate healthcare costs (up to $1M in savings) while improving workplace productivity.
Bottom Line:
The NDPP creates a win-win-win: physicians can offer patients a trusted, science-backed prevention solution, participants gain life-changing health improvements and community support, and providers extend their impact in reducing chronic disease. This program not only addresses health but builds a self-sustaining foundation for lasting wellness in the community.