Sec. 1358.051. DEFINITIONS. In this subchapter: (1) "Diabetes equipment" means: (A) blood glucose monitors, including noninvasive glucose monitors and glucose monitors designed to be used by blind individuals; (B) insulin pumps and associated appurtenances; (C) insulin infusion devices; and (D) podiatric appliances for the prevention of complications associated with diabetes. (2) "Diabetes supplies" means: (A) test strips for blood glucose monitors; (B) visual reading and urine test strips; (C) lancets and lancet devices; (D) insulin and insulin analogs; (E) injection aids; (F) syringes; (G) prescriptive and nonprescriptive oral agents for controlling blood sugar levels; and (H) glucagon emergency kits. (3) "Nutrition counseling" has the meaning assigned by Section 701.002 , Occupations Code. (4) "Qualified enrollee" means an individual eligible for coverage under a health benefit plan who has been diagnosed with: (A) insulin dependent or noninsulin dependent diabetes; (B) elevated blood glucose levels induced by pregnancy; or (C) another medical condition associated with elevated blood glucose levels.
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