Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Warren County, OH

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Karolin Saweres
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
Mason, OH 45040
I believe in personalized nutrition plans tailored to fit individual's lifestyle, medical history, food preference, budget and cooking skills.
Our program is for individuals who want to start a lifestyle change and initiate a personalized nutrition plan, unable to lose weight, feel stuck, constantly weight cycling, constantly dieting, going from one diet to the next and nothing has worked, reached a weight plateau, or are confused about what plan to follow, on weight loss medications, and/or may have some extra symptoms like bloating, constipation, or low energy level?! Your personalized nutrition services include: weight management (weight loss and maintenance), healthy eating, calculating individual macronutrient needs, App for food journal feedback.
I believe in personalized nutrition plans tailored to fit individual's lifestyle, medical history, food preference, budget and cooking skills.
Our program is for individuals who want to start a lifestyle change and initiate a personalized nutrition plan, unable to lose weight, feel stuck, constantly weight cycling, constantly dieting, going from one diet to the next and nothing has worked, reached a weight plateau, or are confused about what plan to follow, on weight loss medications, and/or may have some extra symptoms like bloating, constipation, or low energy level?! Your personalized nutrition services include: weight management (weight loss and maintenance), healthy eating, calculating individual macronutrient needs, App for food journal feedback.
(513) 995-6036 View (513) 995-6036
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Clem&Thyme Functional Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, CDCES
1 Endorsed
Springboro, OH 45066
Our mission is to provide tailored, evidence-based nutrition therapy that goes beyond treating symptoms to support whole-body wellness.
At Clem&Thyme, we understand that each client’s story is unique, and we tailor our approach to meet their specific goals and needs. We proudly work with diverse individuals facing a variety of health challenges, from digestive disorders and autoimmune conditions to hormonal imbalances, metabolic concerns, and more.
Our mission is to provide tailored, evidence-based nutrition therapy that goes beyond treating symptoms to support whole-body wellness.
At Clem&Thyme, we understand that each client’s story is unique, and we tailor our approach to meet their specific goals and needs. We proudly work with diverse individuals facing a variety of health challenges, from digestive disorders and autoimmune conditions to hormonal imbalances, metabolic concerns, and more.
(513) 654-1946 View (513) 654-1946
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Heidi Morrissey
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
Online Only
I'm a Dietitian/Nutritionist, and my goal is to help you improve your health through nutrition and lifestyle change. I specialize in gut health issues, and PCOS/Women's health - but I'm experienced in working with many other health conditions (diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, autoimmune conditions, thyroid disease, and general weight management).
I'm a Dietitian/Nutritionist, and my goal is to help you improve your health through nutrition and lifestyle change. I specialize in gut health issues, and PCOS/Women's health - but I'm experienced in working with many other health conditions (diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, autoimmune conditions, thyroid disease, and general weight management).
(234) 224-1763 View (234) 224-1763

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Amy McCrea
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, IFNCP, CGN, CLT
Online Only
Amy is a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist specializing in gastrointestinal disorders and autoimmune conditions. She uses food, simple lifestyle changes, and targeted supplements as appropriate to heal the body. On your journey with Amy, the two of you will dig deep to uncover the root causes of your current health issues and develop a customized plan to restore your health one fork at a time! She holds the following designations: Integrative & Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner (IFNCP), Certified Gastrointestinal Nutritionist (CGN), and Certified Leap Therapist (CLT).
Amy is a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist specializing in gastrointestinal disorders and autoimmune conditions. She uses food, simple lifestyle changes, and targeted supplements as appropriate to heal the body. On your journey with Amy, the two of you will dig deep to uncover the root causes of your current health issues and develop a customized plan to restore your health one fork at a time! She holds the following designations: Integrative & Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner (IFNCP), Certified Gastrointestinal Nutritionist (CGN), and Certified Leap Therapist (CLT).
(380) 220-7062 View (380) 220-7062
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Morgan Beemiller
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45220
Morgan is a hard working and compassionate dietitian with 6 years of inpatient and outpatient experience. Morgan is willing to meet you where you are, creating interventions to align with your unique goals. Morgan provides HAES-aligned care and emphasizes a non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling/interventions. Morgan's methods within sessions are non-judgemental, inclusive, and collaborative allowing the client to feel comfortable and vulnerable when sharing background, stories, etc. Morgan works with her clients to understand the “why” and establish individualized goals to support results.
Morgan is a hard working and compassionate dietitian with 6 years of inpatient and outpatient experience. Morgan is willing to meet you where you are, creating interventions to align with your unique goals. Morgan provides HAES-aligned care and emphasizes a non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling/interventions. Morgan's methods within sessions are non-judgemental, inclusive, and collaborative allowing the client to feel comfortable and vulnerable when sharing background, stories, etc. Morgan works with her clients to understand the “why” and establish individualized goals to support results.
(470) 465-9204 View (470) 465-9204
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Maggie Huey
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45227
If your specific policy includes coverage for " Medical Nutrition Therapy", you are able to request reimbursement directly from your insurnace company to cover initial and follow up appointments.
Hello! I am so glad you are here. As a Registered Dietitian, I strive to create a supportive, goal-oriented, individualized counseling experience for each patient. My goal is to help patients increase in confidence surrounding nutrition and ensure they leave each appointment feeling equipped to face challenges related to health, wellness, lifestyle, and mindset. Whether you are the parent of a picky eater, a soon-to-be high school graduate with life changes on the horizon, an adult hoping to achieve metabolic health, or anywhere in between, I would love to work with you on developing an individualized plan for meeting your goals!
If your specific policy includes coverage for " Medical Nutrition Therapy", you are able to request reimbursement directly from your insurnace company to cover initial and follow up appointments.
Hello! I am so glad you are here. As a Registered Dietitian, I strive to create a supportive, goal-oriented, individualized counseling experience for each patient. My goal is to help patients increase in confidence surrounding nutrition and ensure they leave each appointment feeling equipped to face challenges related to health, wellness, lifestyle, and mindset. Whether you are the parent of a picky eater, a soon-to-be high school graduate with life changes on the horizon, an adult hoping to achieve metabolic health, or anywhere in between, I would love to work with you on developing an individualized plan for meeting your goals!
(513) 434-3704 View (513) 434-3704
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GracesGrit Nutrition & Fitness Solutions
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MDN, RDN, LD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My areas of focus include but are not limited to: Sports Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, Low Energy Availability, Diabetes, Disordered Eating, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Hormonal Imbalances, Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, Weight Loss
I am a graduate of the Masters of Dietetics and Nutrition (MDN) program at The Ohio State University, where I received years of hands-on experience as a Sports Nutrition Intern. I had the pleasure of working with various OSU teams including Football, Men’s Ice Hockey, Dance, Men's and Women’s Swim & Dive, and Synchronized Swimming. I gained invaluable experience in the field of Performance Nutrition, including evidence-based practices in assessment, targeted nutrition interventions, injury prevention, and food service management in sport. I am now the owner of GracesGrit Nutrition and Fitness Solutions.
My areas of focus include but are not limited to: Sports Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, Low Energy Availability, Diabetes, Disordered Eating, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Hormonal Imbalances, Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, Weight Loss
I am a graduate of the Masters of Dietetics and Nutrition (MDN) program at The Ohio State University, where I received years of hands-on experience as a Sports Nutrition Intern. I had the pleasure of working with various OSU teams including Football, Men’s Ice Hockey, Dance, Men's and Women’s Swim & Dive, and Synchronized Swimming. I gained invaluable experience in the field of Performance Nutrition, including evidence-based practices in assessment, targeted nutrition interventions, injury prevention, and food service management in sport. I am now the owner of GracesGrit Nutrition and Fitness Solutions.
(614) 810-4871 View (614) 810-4871
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Kristin Woodbury
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43221
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes. Kristin offers a positive approach to nutrition by focusing on building a healthy relationship with food, making lifestyle changes, goal setting and problem solving to overcome barriers. She believes in staying positive, and that it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that can lead to a healthier life. Kristin became a dietitian after the experience of caregiving in high school for her grandmother.
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes. Kristin offers a positive approach to nutrition by focusing on building a healthy relationship with food, making lifestyle changes, goal setting and problem solving to overcome barriers. She believes in staying positive, and that it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that can lead to a healthier life. Kristin became a dietitian after the experience of caregiving in high school for her grandmother.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Jordan Ouellette
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
3 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43219
My name is Jordan Ouellette, and I am a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, and co-owner of Nutrition Empowered, LLC. I work with men and women who want to improve their relationship with food, and eat a diverse range of foods in order to feel their best mentally and physically. At Nutrition Empowered, LLC, our dietitians are Health at Every Size-aligned, and centered around building sustainable habits that fit into your current lifestyle. Other specialties include general nutrition and wellness, weight concerns, diabetes management, cholesterol and hypertension, IBD/IBS, fertility, PCOS, and fertility/pre and postnatal nutrition.
My name is Jordan Ouellette, and I am a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, and co-owner of Nutrition Empowered, LLC. I work with men and women who want to improve their relationship with food, and eat a diverse range of foods in order to feel their best mentally and physically. At Nutrition Empowered, LLC, our dietitians are Health at Every Size-aligned, and centered around building sustainable habits that fit into your current lifestyle. Other specialties include general nutrition and wellness, weight concerns, diabetes management, cholesterol and hypertension, IBD/IBS, fertility, PCOS, and fertility/pre and postnatal nutrition.
(380) 201-9642 View (380) 201-9642
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Kelsey Marie Shriner
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Online Only
Improving my client's relationship with food is my mission. Through nutrition counseling, I strive to educate clients on what foods best fuel their body. I believe in the HAES (Health at Every Size) movement, and I take a non-diet approach in my counseling style. With 10 years of experience in eating disorder treatment, I believe I am best suited for someone struggling with an eating disorder, someone who is having trouble accepting their body, someone struggling to fuel themselves adequately, or someone who has been experiencing weight-cycling. I am also experienced in diabetes management and PCOS nutrition.
Improving my client's relationship with food is my mission. Through nutrition counseling, I strive to educate clients on what foods best fuel their body. I believe in the HAES (Health at Every Size) movement, and I take a non-diet approach in my counseling style. With 10 years of experience in eating disorder treatment, I believe I am best suited for someone struggling with an eating disorder, someone who is having trouble accepting their body, someone struggling to fuel themselves adequately, or someone who has been experiencing weight-cycling. I am also experienced in diabetes management and PCOS nutrition.
(937) 729-2450 View (937) 729-2450
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Olivia Jackson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43209
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive and mindful eating, providing a safe space for clients to explore and challenge difficult food beliefs. Olivia believes in meeting clients where they are in their relationship with food and body to support meaningful, lasting change. She enjoys helping clients discover what healthy eating looks like in their own lives and creating a realistic sense of balance.
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive and mindful eating, providing a safe space for clients to explore and challenge difficult food beliefs. Olivia believes in meeting clients where they are in their relationship with food and body to support meaningful, lasting change. She enjoys helping clients discover what healthy eating looks like in their own lives and creating a realistic sense of balance.
(708) 332-8474 View (708) 332-8474
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Michael Hershey
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am in network with Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Medicare, and United Healthcare.
I work with clients for weight loss, diabetes prevention and management, cholesterol, and blood pressure reduction, and general nutrition. Appointments are joined from the convenience of your computer, tablet, or smartphone via telehealth.
I am in network with Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Medicare, and United Healthcare.
I work with clients for weight loss, diabetes prevention and management, cholesterol, and blood pressure reduction, and general nutrition. Appointments are joined from the convenience of your computer, tablet, or smartphone via telehealth.
(216) 678-7935 View (216) 678-7935
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Colleen Elizabeth Bailey
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
3 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43219
Do you struggle with nutrition in a way that supports your physical AND mental health? Are you confused about all the misinformation you find so easily on the internet & social media? Have you ever felt out of control around food and wish you could just “normalize” your eating? Don’t know where to turn? I’m here to help!
Do you struggle with nutrition in a way that supports your physical AND mental health? Are you confused about all the misinformation you find so easily on the internet & social media? Have you ever felt out of control around food and wish you could just “normalize” your eating? Don’t know where to turn? I’m here to help!
(614) 300-0116 View (614) 300-0116
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Heather Ritter
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable.
Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Audrey Clement
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
Are you tired of feeling confused by nutrition? Are you tired of not being able to reach your wellness and performance goals because of misinformation that leaves you feeling overwhelmed? As a Dietitian, I recognized a common trend across my clients—the limiting belief that one specific thing, whether it be a food, tool, or fad diet, would make or break their health. Composition Nutrition LLC is grounded in the knowledge that our health is a composition of choices we make over the span of days, weeks, months, and years—including what we eat. My goal is to make nutrition simple again by shifting focus to what truly matters.
Are you tired of feeling confused by nutrition? Are you tired of not being able to reach your wellness and performance goals because of misinformation that leaves you feeling overwhelmed? As a Dietitian, I recognized a common trend across my clients—the limiting belief that one specific thing, whether it be a food, tool, or fad diet, would make or break their health. Composition Nutrition LLC is grounded in the knowledge that our health is a composition of choices we make over the span of days, weeks, months, and years—including what we eat. My goal is to make nutrition simple again by shifting focus to what truly matters.
(614) 908-2885 View (614) 908-2885
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Braeden Yacobucci
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD, CPT, CNSC
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
This client is talkative, friendly, and eager to learn. They have diagnosed IBS and sought support to work through a low FODMAP plan with a dietitian. Symptoms are limiting daily activities and enjoyment of life, so relief would help them feel like themselves again. I enjoy gut health work because it’s a complex puzzle we solve together to create a new, lower-symptom baseline. They’re typically 20–40 years old and open to exploring a variety of tools.
This client is talkative, friendly, and eager to learn. They have diagnosed IBS and sought support to work through a low FODMAP plan with a dietitian. Symptoms are limiting daily activities and enjoyment of life, so relief would help them feel like themselves again. I enjoy gut health work because it’s a complex puzzle we solve together to create a new, lower-symptom baseline. They’re typically 20–40 years old and open to exploring a variety of tools.
(513) 548-3968 View (513) 548-3968
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Diane Christine Casey
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD, CLT
Columbus, OH 43221
You found the complete package! I am a licensed dietitian, certified health coach/personal trainer who also holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University. I focus on helping clients prevent or reverse disease through lifestyle practices: eating, exercise, stress management & sleep. I love to empower clients to implement new habits that enable health goals to be reached. Since inflammation is the root of all disease, there is a major focus on reversing inflammation through how we eat and live. I provide the most personalized anti-inflammatory diet available by using the MRT blood test & micronutrient analyses.
You found the complete package! I am a licensed dietitian, certified health coach/personal trainer who also holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University. I focus on helping clients prevent or reverse disease through lifestyle practices: eating, exercise, stress management & sleep. I love to empower clients to implement new habits that enable health goals to be reached. Since inflammation is the root of all disease, there is a major focus on reversing inflammation through how we eat and live. I provide the most personalized anti-inflammatory diet available by using the MRT blood test & micronutrient analyses.
(614) 503-1797 View (614) 503-1797
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Clem&Thyme Functional Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, CDE, CLT, IFCNP
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
Our mission is to provide tailored, evidence-based nutrition therapy that goes beyond treating symptoms to support whole-body wellness.
At Clem&Thyme, we understand that each client’s story is unique, and we tailor our approach to meet their specific goals and needs. We proudly work with diverse individuals facing a variety of health challenges, from digestive disorders and autoimmune conditions to hormonal imbalances, metabolic concerns, and more.
Our mission is to provide tailored, evidence-based nutrition therapy that goes beyond treating symptoms to support whole-body wellness.
At Clem&Thyme, we understand that each client’s story is unique, and we tailor our approach to meet their specific goals and needs. We proudly work with diverse individuals facing a variety of health challenges, from digestive disorders and autoimmune conditions to hormonal imbalances, metabolic concerns, and more.
(937) 598-4043 View (937) 598-4043
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Kristen Murray
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43206
I specialize in Health at Every Size (r) and Intuitive Eating nutrition therapy, eating disorders, disordered eating, PCOS and body image.
Hi, I'm Kristen! I'm an eating disorder Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and founder of The Intuitive Eating Center of Ohio. I'm passionate about helping people become competent and happy eaters. I love to support my clients in finding a more peaceful and flexible approach to health and nutrition that feels unique and authentic to them.
I specialize in Health at Every Size (r) and Intuitive Eating nutrition therapy, eating disorders, disordered eating, PCOS and body image.
Hi, I'm Kristen! I'm an eating disorder Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and founder of The Intuitive Eating Center of Ohio. I'm passionate about helping people become competent and happy eaters. I love to support my clients in finding a more peaceful and flexible approach to health and nutrition that feels unique and authentic to them.
(440) 530-6599 View (440) 530-6599
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Laurie Coleman Nutrition Consulting
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Columbus, OH 43215
I am a registered and licensed dietitian with 24 years of experience working with clients interested in improving their overall wellbeing. My approach encompasses the client’s entire lifestyle, including diet, exercise and stress management strategies. I believe in providing clients with individualized nutrition plans specific to their personal goals. Helping clients understand the importance of using food for its medicinal purposes and proper nutrition’s ability to contribute to optimal health is my ultimate goal.
I am a registered and licensed dietitian with 24 years of experience working with clients interested in improving their overall wellbeing. My approach encompasses the client’s entire lifestyle, including diet, exercise and stress management strategies. I believe in providing clients with individualized nutrition plans specific to their personal goals. Helping clients understand the importance of using food for its medicinal purposes and proper nutrition’s ability to contribute to optimal health is my ultimate goal.
(614) 902-4601 View (614) 902-4601
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is medical nutrition therapy?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) involves the use of personalized dietary changes to prevent or manage chronic conditions. Typically conducted in an outpatient setting by a Registered Dietitian (RD), MNT aims to address specific health issues through tailored nutrition plans. Clients are often referred for MNT by healthcare professionals who identify conditions that could benefit from dietary and lifestyle modifications, such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. The goal of MNT is to improve overall health outcomes by making adjustments to the client's diet based on their individual needs and medical conditions.

What conditions is medical nutrition therapy for?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is often used for individuals with diseases caused or worsened by poor diet, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and cardiovascular diseases. However, other conditions can also benefit from nutrition therapy. MNT is typically not intended to replace other treatments, such as medication, but rather to complement them. By improving a person's overall diet and health, MNT aims to prevent the exacerbation of symptoms and complement other treatments.

Is medical nutrition therapy covered by insurance?
Medical nutrition therapy is frequently covered by insurance. However, insurance coverage can vary based on factors like your specific plan details, whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network provider, and whether you have a referral for nutrition services based on a medical diagnosis. While a referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary to obtain coverage for medical nutrition services. In such cases, a referral is typically made for those who have been formally diagnosed with a medical condition requiring nutrition counseling, such as diabetes or hypertension. Coverage also depends on the type of nutrition service. Typically, insurance plans only cover services provided by a licensed Registered Dietitian (RD) and do not cover those offered by nutritionists or nutrition coaches without the RD credential. If nutrition services are not covered by your insurance, some dietitians and nutritionists may offer sliding scale rates or lower-cost services for clients who cannot afford their full fee.

What does medical nutrition therapy involve?
The approach a dietitian will take in a medical nutrition therapy session will depend on a number of factors, including what conditions the client has and what the goals of the client are. An initial session often involves an assessment of the client's overall health and current dietary intake; a dietitian may also speak with a client's medical doctor prior to or following a first session to obtain information on the medical condition(s) the client is seeking nutrition therapy counseling for. The dietitian will then work with the client to create goals of medical nutrition therapy sessions, such as weight loss, eating a more plant-based diet, or reducing sodium intake. Then, in ongoing sessions, the dietitian will work with the client to meet their stated goals. These ongoing sessions often include menu planning and coaching, which involve the dietitian working with the client to develop strategies for a healthier and more balanced diet. Dietitians may suggest recipes, put together grocery shopping lists, and/or recommend tracking one's intake in order to help clients make desired changes.