Diabetes Scorecard Educational Intervention Study

Use of a Card to Improve Risk Factor Control in Patients With Type II Diabetes

The purpose of this study is to see if the use of a diabetic scorecard during clinic visits can improve glycemic control, blood pressure control, LDL-cholesterol, aspirin usage, and amount of exercise in adults over age 40 with uncontrolled Type II diabetes.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Uncontrolled Type II diabetes (HbA1c ≥ 8%)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Type I Diabetes
• HbA1c < 8%
• Inability to understand the diabetes scorecard due to condition (i.e. dementia, mental retardation, etc) or language barrier
• Pregnancy
• Planning to move within the next year