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Am I at risk? How is prediabetes diagnosed? How can I get tested for prediabetes? Can type 2 diabetes be prevented?
West Virginia Information
Prediabetes in West Virginia Infographic (2016 update)Prediabetes in West Virginia Fact Sheet (2016 update)Take the Prediabetes Risk Test Find Prevention Programs in West Virginia Find a CDC-Recognized National Diabetes Prevention Program Near You
Î I had diabetes while I was pregnant or I gave birth to a baby weighing 9 lbs. or more (5 points if "yes") Î I am physically active less than 3 times a week (5 points if “yes”) Î I am 65 years of age or older. (9 points if “yes”)
Check your score to see what it means.
If Your Score Is 3 To 8 Points
If Your Score Is 9 Or More Points
This means your risk is high for having prediabetes now. Please make an appointment with your health care provider soon.
Fasting blood glucose: if glucose level is 100-125 mg/dl A1c Test: if glucose level is 5.7% - 6.4% (Measures average blood glucose level for past two-three months. Two-hour oral glucose tolerance test: if glucose level is 140-199 mg/dl (Blood sugar is tested after fasting overnight and two hours after drinking a sweet liquid.)
How can I get tested for prediabetes?
Individual or group health insurance: See your health care provider. If you don’t have a provider, ask your insurance company about providers who take your insurance. Deductibles and copays may apply.
Medicaid: See your health care provider. If you don’t have a provider, contact a state Medicaid office or contact your local health department.
Medicare: See your health care provider. Medicare will pay the cost of testing if the provider has a reason for testing. If you don’t have a provider, contact your local health department.
No insurance: Contact your local health department for more information about where you could be tested or call your local health clinic.