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Diabetes Management Program by Teladoc Health 

Program Details​

The Diabetes Management Program offered through Teladoc Health helps people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes manage blood sugar more effectively through connected devices, expert coaching and personalized support.

What you get:

  • Unlimited strips and lancets at no cost automatically sent to your door
  • A smart blood glucose meter that connects to your Teladoc Health account
  • ​Personalized support from certified diabetes care and education specialists


Eligibility

This program is available at no cost to:

  • Active employees who are enrolled in a Harris Health medical plan and have a diagnosis of diabetes
  • Spouses who are enrolled in a Harris Health medical plan and have a diagnosis of diabetes
  • Retirees under the age of 65 who are enrolled in a Harris Health medical plan and have a diagnosis of diabetes​


Registration

Code: HARRISHEALTH


Member Support



​Earn Wellness Points
  • Earn 200 Wellness Points for enrolling and activating your meter. 
  • Earn 50 Wellness Points per month by using your meter at least 4 days.
    (    Please follow your doctor's advice for when and how often you should monitor your blood glucose.)


Receive Free Medications

  • Test your glucose using your smart meter 4 days or more per month and qualify for free diabetes medications beginning on the 15th of the following month.  
  • Find out more about the free medications program.


Participant Testimonials

  • "I am more aware of my blood sugars. I can better manage my condition."
  • "I have been able to keep my weight from going over 250 lbs. That is an accomplishment. I weighed 275 lbs when I started Livongo."
  • "When I check my glucose on a consistent basis, I see a considerable change in my health. So I'm glad I joined Livongo."
  • "The feedback method of glucometer helped to adjust the carb intake in each meal."
Click here to view the Harris Health Case Study.


Program Resources

FAQ - The New Teladoc Experience​​


Quarterly A1C Checks

The Healthy@Harris team offers free A1C checks with our Cigna nurse each quarter for employees and spouses who are diagnosed with diabetes. You can earn 50 Wellness Points for completing an A1C check. 


Cigna Health Coaching for Diabetes

  • ​For Onsite Health Coaching at Ben Taub, call 713-873-6407. 
  • To talk with a telephonic health coach, call 855-246-1873.


Cigna Manage your Diabetes Online Educational Program 

  • Learn how to reduce your risk for heart-disease and diabetes-related complications.  
  • Get started now.


 

​Harris Health is committed to helping you achieve your best health. Incentives for participating in a wellness program are available to all eligible employees. If you think you might be unable to meet a standard for incentives under this wellness program, you might qualify for an opportunity to earn the same reward by different means. Contact our designated Cigna Customer Service Representative at 346-302-4248 or via email at HarrisHealth@cigna.com and we will work with you (and, if you wish, with your doctor) to find a wellness program with the same reward that is right for you in light of your health status.​