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A suite of print and digital tools to get your patient started on their low carb journey. Developed by MCT2D for our members.
This video walks through the key features of the JUMPSTART online learning portal.
Introducing JUMPSTART, a one-stop interactive learning portal for patients who are low carb curious or who are seeking a starting point for diabetes-friendly nutritional information. This site was designed by MCT2D clinicians, content experts, designers, and vetted by our Patient Advisory Board as a way to connect the role that food plays in one's health and wellbeing and to set individuals on a healthy path. We recommend sharing with all of your patients who might benefit.
An example of an interactive feature on JUMPSTART, where a user can walk through the four-step process of building a low carb plate, with recommended proteins, non starchy vegetables, and fats to choose from.
JUMPSTART has plain-language, interactive tools to help your patients understand how nutrients and diet impact their diabetes health, as well as how to get started with a lower carb lifestyle with goal setting, tracking, and meal building. The site includes downloadable grocery lists and recipes. This video will walk you through the main features of the site.
Visit jumpstart.mct2d.org.
Jumpstart Downloadable Materials
IHI 2025 Poster: Piloting an AI ChatBot Tool for Diabetes Nutrition Counseling
Citation: Brannon E, Hisamatsu, R, Young L, Oshman L. Piloting an AI ChatBot Tool for Diabetes Nutrition Counseling. Institute for Healthcare Improvement Forum 2025. December 8-11, 2025, Anaheim, CA.
IHI 2025 Poster: Developing a Novel Training Program on Low Carbohydrate Diet Counseling in Type 2 Diabetes Care
Citation: Hisamatsu, R, Griauzde, DH, Gabison J, Pilarz S, Monkman L, Brannon E, Young L, Rau J, Oshman L. Developing a Novel Training Program on Low Carbohydrate Diet Counseling in Type 2 Diabetes Care. Institute for Healthcare Improvement Forum 2025. December 8-11, 2025, Anaheim, CA.
Learning Community: Pre- and Post- Conception Care for Preexisting Diabetes
Watch the Recorded Talk
PO Monthly Call: November 2025
Watch the Recorded November 2025 PO Call
Patient Survey: Your CGM Experience
Have you used a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) like a Dexcom or Freestyle Libre? Take our 5-minute survey!
Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Insurance Coverage Worksheet
This worksheet helps type 2 diabetes patients determine coverage for a continuous glucose monitor when speaking with their insurer.
Navigating Medicare Coverage for Ozempic: A 2026 MCT2D Guide
This two-page resource, developed by MCT2D Co-Program Director Heidi Diez, PharmD, was designed to help clinicians guide patients who are losing access to the NovoCare Patient Assistance Program for Ozempic beginning in 2026. It translates a complex coverage change into concrete, patient-friendly steps and supports informed decision-making during Medicare open enrollment.
Learning Community: Low Carbohydrate Diet
Watch the Recorded Talk
MCT2D Endocrinology CGM Performance Measure 2025-2026
This document provides specific details related to the 9/1/2025- 8/31/2026 MCT2D MCT2D endocrinology performance measure for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) interpretation (CPT 95251). Practices must achieve a 5% improvement in CGM interpretation rates, up to the 95th percentile benchmark (89.59%). The document includes eligibility, denominator/numerator definitions, baseline and intervention periods, reporting schedule, and VBR scoring framework to strengthen CGM use and patient care.
MCT2D Nephrology uACR Performance Measure 2025-2026
This document provides specific details related to the 9/1/2025- 8/31/2026 MCT2D nephrology performance measure for urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (uACR) screening. Practices are measured at the practice level, with a 5% improvement goal (up to 90%). The document details eligibility, numerator/denominator definitions, reporting timelines, data sources, and VBR reward structure to support earlier kidney disease detection and improved patient outcomes.
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