Studies have shown, and I know from my own experiences, that MNT is cost-effective, and more desirable in many instances than requiring patients to take prescription drugs. Studies have shown, and I know from my own experiences, that MNT is cost-effective, and more desirable in many instances than requiring patients to take prescription drugs. The e-mail addresses of Oklahoma Congressmen are found in the Oklahoma's Legislators section of this website. Call or write your congressman. Contacts should be directed to the Washington office of you congressman to the attention of the staff member handling health care issues.
Numbers are important in influencing decisions.
Grassroots campaigns make a difference. The MNT codes are time based, meaning multiple units of the code may be used depending on the complexity of the MNT service provided. Until 2002 when MNT Medicare benefit becomes available, the MNT codes will not be applicable to Medicare patients. HCFA has recognized the MNT codes, but not yet finalized a value or reimbursement rate for them. To increase insurance companies' awareness of the new codes and the unique, cost-effective services provided by RDs, ADA has provided major insurance companies with an MNT Code Announcement.