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At the end of last week, the Federal Joint Committee (G-BA) decided on an age-appropriate disease management program (DMP) for children and young people with obesity. Training courses, among other things, aim to change unfavorable nutrition and eating habits and encourage physical activity so that obesity does not continue into adulthood. However, it will take some time before the DMP is used.
Which children and young people can be treated in the DMP?
In the new DMP, children can only be treated from the age of five at the earliest. To assess the level of obesity, the body mass index (BMI) can also be used in children and adolescents. Unlike adults, absolute BMI values are not the prerequisite for DMP participation, but age and gender dependent information. This statistical information can be used to evaluate how the BMI value of an individual child or teenager within the same age group can be calculated.
Obesity can have very different manifestations: in terms of causes and burden of disease, but also in terms of the ability to change nutrition and exercise habits that are unfavorable to health. For children and young people, there is a role for factors that may arise from the family situation or from the social environment. Therefore, in the Obesity DMP, the coordinating pediatrician and adolescent doctor design a treatment plan based on individual needs. Attention must also be paid to the expectations and opportunities of children and young people.
When is the DMP available?
Some implementation steps are still needed before children and young people with obesity can be treated in DMP. The Federal Ministry of Health first investigates whether the decision of the G-BA is legally compliant and whether it can come into effect. Once this has happened, health insurance companies can conclude DMP contracts with the statutory health insurance associations and hospitals and thus make the offer to their insureds. There is no legal obligation on a health insurance company to offer a DMP.
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**How will the DMP address the systemic factors contributing to childhood obesity, such as food deserts and lack of access to safe spaces for physical activity?**
## Interview: A New Approach to Childhood Obesity
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today we’re discussing a groundbreaking decision by the Federal Joint Committee (G-BA) to implement an age-appropriate Disease Management Program (DMP) targeting children and young people struggling with obesity. Joining us are Dr. Emily Carter, a leading pediatrician specializing in childhood obesity, and Mr. Mark Johnson, a representative from a prominent health insurance provider.
**Section 1: Understanding the Issue**
**Interviewer:** Dr. Carter, childhood obesity is a growing concern globally. Can you elaborate on the challenges it presents, not just physically, but also in terms of a child’s overall development and well-being?
**Dr. Carter:**
**Interviewer:** Mr. Johnson, from an insurance provider’s perspective, how significant is the impact of childhood obesity on healthcare costs and long-term health outcomes?
**Mr. Johnson:**
**Section 2: The New DMP: A Welcome Step?**
**Interviewer:** The new DMP aims to tackle childhood obesity through tailored training and support. Dr. Carter, what are your thoughts on the program’s focus on individual needs and the role of pediatricians in designing personalized treatment plans?
**Dr. Carter:**
**Interviewer:** Mr. Johnson, how do you see this DMP potentially impacting health insurance policies and coverage for families dealing with childhood obesity?
**Mr. Johnson:**
**Section 3: Implementation and Challenges**
**Interviewer:** The implementation of the DMP is a multi-step process. Dr. Carter, what do you see as the key challenges in ensuring successful rollout and widespread access to the program for children who need it?
**Dr. Carter:**
**Interviewer:** Mr. Johnson, what role will health insurance providers play in making the DMP accessible, and are there any potential financial hurdles that need to be addressed?
**Mr. Johnson:**
**Section 4: Looking Ahead: A Collaborative Effort**
**Interviewer:** Both of you have expressed the importance of collaboration in effectively addressing childhood obesity. Dr. Carter, what role can families, schools, and communities play in supporting the DMP’s goals?
**Dr. Carter:**
**Interviewer:** Mr. Johnson, how can partnerships between healthcare providers, insurance companies, and community organizations help create a more holistic approach to tackling this complex issue?
**Mr. Johnson:**
**Conclusion:**
We’ve had a very informative discussion today about the new DMP and its potential to make a real difference in the lives of children and families affected by obesity. We thank Dr. Carter and Mr. Johnson for sharing their expertise and insights.
Remember to tune in to World Today News for ongoing coverage of this important topic.
**Note:** This interview structure is designed to be flexible. You can adjust the questions and focal points based on the specific insights and expertise of your guests.
