Nutritionists and Dietitians in San Antonio, TX

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Nutritious Table
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78251
We are passionate about helping individuals improve their health and well-being through informed and mindful eating habits. We strongly believe that with the right guidance, everyone has a chance to transform their lives with nutrition and feel the best they've ever felt.
We are passionate about helping individuals improve their health and well-being through informed and mindful eating habits. We strongly believe that with the right guidance, everyone has a chance to transform their lives with nutrition and feel the best they've ever felt.
(210) 934-7942 View (210) 934-7942
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Allie Landry Bourgeois
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPPD, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78261
If you are ready to find food freedom and body confidence... and create a sustainable healthy lifestyle custom to you... you are in the right place! I help women, just like you, stop stressing about food and learn how to eat to feel amazing. Healthy eating doesn’t have to be restrictive or complicated. Imagine finally feeling free around food and confident in your body. No more food guilt, constant comparison, or feeling uncomfortable in your skin. I’m here to show you how you can have food freedom so you can show up for life as your best self. Your journey to freedom starts here.
If you are ready to find food freedom and body confidence... and create a sustainable healthy lifestyle custom to you... you are in the right place! I help women, just like you, stop stressing about food and learn how to eat to feel amazing. Healthy eating doesn’t have to be restrictive or complicated. Imagine finally feeling free around food and confident in your body. No more food guilt, constant comparison, or feeling uncomfortable in your skin. I’m here to show you how you can have food freedom so you can show up for life as your best self. Your journey to freedom starts here.
(210) 794-6485 View (210) 794-6485
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Rhaizza Velasquez-Garcia
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78217
Are you obese, and you want to lose weight? Have you been diagnosed with a medical condition like prediabetes, diabetes, PCOS, or high blood pressure, and you don't know what to do? Do you need help, support, & accountability to achieve your health goals? If you've answered YES, you are in the right place. I'm Rhaizza Velasquez- Garcia, RD, LD, and I'm here to support you through your journey. I'm a virtual registered dietitian. My specialties include weight management and prevention of diseases related to insulin resistance, such as prediabetes, diabetes, and heart disease. I am an expert in intermittent fasting and keto diet.
Are you obese, and you want to lose weight? Have you been diagnosed with a medical condition like prediabetes, diabetes, PCOS, or high blood pressure, and you don't know what to do? Do you need help, support, & accountability to achieve your health goals? If you've answered YES, you are in the right place. I'm Rhaizza Velasquez- Garcia, RD, LD, and I'm here to support you through your journey. I'm a virtual registered dietitian. My specialties include weight management and prevention of diseases related to insulin resistance, such as prediabetes, diabetes, and heart disease. I am an expert in intermittent fasting and keto diet.
(210) 881-7524 View (210) 881-7524
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Healthy Gut Nutrition, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78205
Are you an emotional eater? Do you find it difficult to adapt a healthier eating plan or to STICK to a diet for weight loss & gut health improvement but food has become your emotional crutch? Food is comfort and you use it as a crutch to feel & cope with your emotions. In a day and age when we are stressed and plagued by illnesses and disease, it's more important than ever to take care of yourself and you know this intellectually but busy schedules, stress, loneliness, anger, and your roller coaster of emotions are stopping you from your weight loss goals or gut improvement goals. Food has become your go-to remedy.
Are you an emotional eater? Do you find it difficult to adapt a healthier eating plan or to STICK to a diet for weight loss & gut health improvement but food has become your emotional crutch? Food is comfort and you use it as a crutch to feel & cope with your emotions. In a day and age when we are stressed and plagued by illnesses and disease, it's more important than ever to take care of yourself and you know this intellectually but busy schedules, stress, loneliness, anger, and your roller coaster of emotions are stopping you from your weight loss goals or gut improvement goals. Food has become your go-to remedy.
(726) 227-0460 View (726) 227-0460
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Appetite Health LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CSOWM, LD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78260
Do you have a healthy appetite? Have you tried several diets and failed? Do you eat beyond fullness or feel guilty after eating? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then you are in the right place! I strongly believe that part of healthy eating, is eating! No one food or drink is going to give you all the nutrients your body needs and no foods are off limits. I personalize nutrition to fit your lifestyle and want you to develop a healthy relationship with food, in addition to achieving meaningful weight loss. As a Registered Dietitian who has had her own struggles with weight and food, I'm here for you!
Do you have a healthy appetite? Have you tried several diets and failed? Do you eat beyond fullness or feel guilty after eating? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then you are in the right place! I strongly believe that part of healthy eating, is eating! No one food or drink is going to give you all the nutrients your body needs and no foods are off limits. I personalize nutrition to fit your lifestyle and want you to develop a healthy relationship with food, in addition to achieving meaningful weight loss. As a Registered Dietitian who has had her own struggles with weight and food, I'm here for you!
(346) 998-5023 View (346) 998-5023
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Ana L Sesatty
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MDS, RD, CSP, LD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you need help with prenatal or postpartum nutrition? Are you struggling with breastfeeding? Are you seeking support for eating disorders or pediatric nutrition? Are you searching for a dietitian who speaks Spanish?
Do you need help with prenatal or postpartum nutrition? Are you struggling with breastfeeding? Are you seeking support for eating disorders or pediatric nutrition? Are you searching for a dietitian who speaks Spanish?
(726) 227-1865 View (726) 227-1865
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Maya Lechowick
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, LDN, MPA
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78210
Prediabetes/Diabetes, IBS, IBD, Diarrhea, Constipation, Anxiety, Depression, High Cholesterol, Fatigue? You name it, I've been there. Hi, I'm Maya! I'm a board certified clinical nutritionist with a personalized approach to nutrition counseling for gut health, metabolic health, thyroid/autoimmune issues, and women's health. I have a 100% telehealth practice. I work with clients who experience conditions such as SIBO, ADHD, OCD, food allergies, imbalanced hormones, PCOS, chronic pain, brain fog, migraines, fibromyalgia, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, epilepsy, stress, insomnia, osteoporosis. You know your body best!
Prediabetes/Diabetes, IBS, IBD, Diarrhea, Constipation, Anxiety, Depression, High Cholesterol, Fatigue? You name it, I've been there. Hi, I'm Maya! I'm a board certified clinical nutritionist with a personalized approach to nutrition counseling for gut health, metabolic health, thyroid/autoimmune issues, and women's health. I have a 100% telehealth practice. I work with clients who experience conditions such as SIBO, ADHD, OCD, food allergies, imbalanced hormones, PCOS, chronic pain, brain fog, migraines, fibromyalgia, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, epilepsy, stress, insomnia, osteoporosis. You know your body best!
(210) 934-5936 View (210) 934-5936
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Jessica Picone
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Jessica is a Registered Dietitian whom specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Crohn's, and Sports Nutrition. Jessica is passionate about providing a patient-centered approach to nutrition care and is dedicated to helping clients reshape their lifestyle in a sustainable and enjoyable way so food is fun again. Her evidence-based and anti-diet recommendations support improving health with zero judgement towards food preferences or body size.Jessica is dedicated to providing the education and tools her patients need to thrive.
Jessica is a Registered Dietitian whom specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Crohn's, and Sports Nutrition. Jessica is passionate about providing a patient-centered approach to nutrition care and is dedicated to helping clients reshape their lifestyle in a sustainable and enjoyable way so food is fun again. Her evidence-based and anti-diet recommendations support improving health with zero judgement towards food preferences or body size.Jessica is dedicated to providing the education and tools her patients need to thrive.
(210) 981-3289 View (210) 981-3289
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Fuel For Life, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78248
Our mission is to empower individuals to make informed and healthy choices about their nutrition and lifestyle. We believe that proper nutrition is the foundation for a happy and fulfilling life, and we strive to help our clients achieve their goals by providing personalized, evidence-based guidance and support.
Our mission is to empower individuals to make informed and healthy choices about their nutrition and lifestyle. We believe that proper nutrition is the foundation for a happy and fulfilling life, and we strive to help our clients achieve their goals by providing personalized, evidence-based guidance and support.
(210) 405-5986 View (210) 405-5986
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Riley Maloney
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
Online Only
Riley’s approach to care is rooted in developing a strong rapport with the client and making client’s feel safe and heard. Per her nutrition philosophy, Riley believes in nutrition care that is a mutual conversation where a client can have a say in their care, as this will lead to more sustainable, long-term progress; additionally, Riley practices from a non-diet and Health At Every Size (HAES) perspective for all clients, regardless of diagnosis. Riley prioritizes individualized treatment, tailoring interventions to meet clients developmental, financial, physical and emotional needs.
Riley’s approach to care is rooted in developing a strong rapport with the client and making client’s feel safe and heard. Per her nutrition philosophy, Riley believes in nutrition care that is a mutual conversation where a client can have a say in their care, as this will lead to more sustainable, long-term progress; additionally, Riley practices from a non-diet and Health At Every Size (HAES) perspective for all clients, regardless of diagnosis. Riley prioritizes individualized treatment, tailoring interventions to meet clients developmental, financial, physical and emotional needs.
(210) 791-9924 View (210) 791-9924
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Kim George
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD, CDCES
Verified Verified
Online Only
Kim is a registered dietitian & a certified diabetes care and education specialist. She believes in promoting normalized, balanced eating. Her goal is to help clients in achieving their wellness and health goals without sacrificing their relationship with food or their body. She loves partnering with clients to develop the tools they need to navigate their healthcare journey.
Kim is a registered dietitian & a certified diabetes care and education specialist. She believes in promoting normalized, balanced eating. Her goal is to help clients in achieving their wellness and health goals without sacrificing their relationship with food or their body. She loves partnering with clients to develop the tools they need to navigate their healthcare journey.
(726) 216-7182 View (726) 216-7182
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Catherine Rose Valadez
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78247
Do you feel tired of yo-yo dieting? Are you confused with all the nutrition info out there? Have you struggled with know what to eat or guilt around good? You also deserve to eat without judgment and have the energy to fuel your body. In one-on-one sessions, you can gain tools and find solutions to overcome the yo-yo dieting or food problems.
Do you feel tired of yo-yo dieting? Are you confused with all the nutrition info out there? Have you struggled with know what to eat or guilt around good? You also deserve to eat without judgment and have the energy to fuel your body. In one-on-one sessions, you can gain tools and find solutions to overcome the yo-yo dieting or food problems.
(210) 943-9307 View (210) 943-9307
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Chelsea Crawford
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78248
Our approach is unique to you, your lifestyle, and food preferences. Our expertise in nutrition allows us the ability to support patients with a wide variety of health challenges. Here for weight loss? Here is a bit more about our unique and quite successful approach: We help you quit yo-yo dieting and build healthy sustainable habits tailored to work for you. We believe sustainable weight loss is achieved through a balance of nourishing foods, movement, and a positive mindset.
Our approach is unique to you, your lifestyle, and food preferences. Our expertise in nutrition allows us the ability to support patients with a wide variety of health challenges. Here for weight loss? Here is a bit more about our unique and quite successful approach: We help you quit yo-yo dieting and build healthy sustainable habits tailored to work for you. We believe sustainable weight loss is achieved through a balance of nourishing foods, movement, and a positive mindset.
(210) 934-6972 View (210) 934-6972
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Allison Hoybach
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Allison is a registered dietitian who loves people and is passionate about helping individuals achieve their personal health and nutrition goals. Her primary focus has been Bariatric support, diabetes and plant based nutrition, but her background also includes kidney disease, heart health, gut issues and malnutrition. She strives to empower individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Allison takes time to listen to your nutritional concerns and understand your overall goals. She uses a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to help you create lasting lifestyle changes.
Allison is a registered dietitian who loves people and is passionate about helping individuals achieve their personal health and nutrition goals. Her primary focus has been Bariatric support, diabetes and plant based nutrition, but her background also includes kidney disease, heart health, gut issues and malnutrition. She strives to empower individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Allison takes time to listen to your nutritional concerns and understand your overall goals. She uses a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to help you create lasting lifestyle changes.
(971) 443-1809 View (971) 443-1809
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Marie Mopsik
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CDCES
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Focusing on the integrity and function of the body as an orchestrated system that has the ability to heal itself if given the right balance and input. Utilizing current evidence-based practices and advances in personalized nutrition and health. Partnering with individuals and families to facilitate positive changes in daily practices and choices to support achieving their best life possible in body, mind, and spirit.
Focusing on the integrity and function of the body as an orchestrated system that has the ability to heal itself if given the right balance and input. Utilizing current evidence-based practices and advances in personalized nutrition and health. Partnering with individuals and families to facilitate positive changes in daily practices and choices to support achieving their best life possible in body, mind, and spirit.
(915) 974-3228 View (915) 974-3228
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Amanda Ghighi
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
Online Only
Amanda is an RD specializing in eating disorders and disordered eating. She is dedicated to helping individuals heal their relationship with food and their bodies. Amanda believes in creating a compassionate and supportive environment, incorporating evidence-based nutrition practices to guide clients toward sustainable changes. She strives to empower her clients to break free from diet culture and develop a nourishing and balanced approach to eating. Amanda offers compassionate, patient-centered nutrition care, focusing on non-diet, weight-inclusive principles.
Amanda is an RD specializing in eating disorders and disordered eating. She is dedicated to helping individuals heal their relationship with food and their bodies. Amanda believes in creating a compassionate and supportive environment, incorporating evidence-based nutrition practices to guide clients toward sustainable changes. She strives to empower her clients to break free from diet culture and develop a nourishing and balanced approach to eating. Amanda offers compassionate, patient-centered nutrition care, focusing on non-diet, weight-inclusive principles.
(872) 204-2983 View (872) 204-2983
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Brianne Herber
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
Online Only
Brianne is a registered dietitian who practices out of Health Loft. She enjoys working with clients to provide individualized support in reaching their health goals and achieving sustainable lifestyle changes. Her perspective is rooted in meeting a patient where they are at in their journey with no judgment. She believes wholeheartedly that the approach with nutrition, eating and health is not one size fits all and strives to support patients in each of their unique journeys, one step at a time.
Brianne is a registered dietitian who practices out of Health Loft. She enjoys working with clients to provide individualized support in reaching their health goals and achieving sustainable lifestyle changes. Her perspective is rooted in meeting a patient where they are at in their journey with no judgment. She believes wholeheartedly that the approach with nutrition, eating and health is not one size fits all and strives to support patients in each of their unique journeys, one step at a time.
(341) 209-5964 View (341) 209-5964
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Angela Peralta
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78205
Angela has been a licensed registered dietitian nutritionist since 2007. She has a certificate of training in Integrative and Functional Nutrition. This means that Angela takes a holistic approach looking at all parameters of a person's health to personalize a specific plan. Angela specializes in digestive health and plant-based nutrition as she has personally experienced issues with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and altered hormones that have been helped with the use of holistic evidence-based nutrition.
Angela has been a licensed registered dietitian nutritionist since 2007. She has a certificate of training in Integrative and Functional Nutrition. This means that Angela takes a holistic approach looking at all parameters of a person's health to personalize a specific plan. Angela specializes in digestive health and plant-based nutrition as she has personally experienced issues with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and altered hormones that have been helped with the use of holistic evidence-based nutrition.
(630) 491-9983 View (630) 491-9983
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Shana Tatum
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78205
Do you wonder if the foods you are eating may affect your health? Do you have gastrointestinal symptoms that keep you from enjoying life? Does depression or anxiety about your symptoms and current choices keep you stuck? Are you tired of living with these limits? If you have tried other programs, do you have a hard time following through? Do you feel alone on this path? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you are not alone AND you are in the right place!
Do you wonder if the foods you are eating may affect your health? Do you have gastrointestinal symptoms that keep you from enjoying life? Does depression or anxiety about your symptoms and current choices keep you stuck? Are you tired of living with these limits? If you have tried other programs, do you have a hard time following through? Do you feel alone on this path? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you are not alone AND you are in the right place!
(713) 844-8272 View (713) 844-8272
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Sara Muschkin
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, MS
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78205
Sara has been a Registered Dietitian since 2016. She specializes in providing medical nutrition therapy for oncology patients. She works with patients prior to starting cancer treatment, during treatment, and for nutrition therapy after completing treatment. During her spare time, Sara enjoys traveling, playing tennis, and hiking.
Sara has been a Registered Dietitian since 2016. She specializes in providing medical nutrition therapy for oncology patients. She works with patients prior to starting cancer treatment, during treatment, and for nutrition therapy after completing treatment. During her spare time, Sara enjoys traveling, playing tennis, and hiking.
(630) 415-2829 View (630) 415-2829
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FAQs - About Nutritionists and Dietitians

How can I find a dietitian or nutritionist in San Antonio?

To find dietitians and nutritionists near you, input your city, town, suburb, zip code, or a provider's name in the search bar at the top of the page. From there, you can filter by specialty, treatment technique, and gender to find a dietitian or nutritionist who matches your needs.

When you visit a dietitian or nutritionist's profile, you can get a better idea if they're the right fit for you. Consider things like session cost, accepted insurance plans, and their location or telehealth options. If someone seems like a good match, you can email them or call the number on their profile. When speaking with a professional, pay attention to whether or not you feel comfortable in the conversation and how knowledgeable they are about your specific nutrition concerns. It may also be helpful to ask more about their general approach to nutrition and the training behind their credentials.

What is the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?

The terms dietitian and nutritionist are often used interchangeably. However, there are actually key credential differences between dietitians and nutritionists that are important to keep in mind when seeking a nutrition professional.

A registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) has earned at least a graduate degree from an accredited program, completed a supervised practice program, passed the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam, and continues their education regularly. The RD and RDN credentials are regulated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the largest nutrition-related organization in the country. Only professionals who meet their standards can call themselves an RD or RDN and enjoy privileges like billing insurance. Additionally, RDs and RDNs can get board certifications in specialized areas such as gerontological nutrition (CSG), sports dietetics (CSSD), pediatric nutrition (CSP), renal nutrition (CSR), or oncology nutrition (CSO). They also need state licensure, which usually aligns with national requirements.

In contrast, the title "nutritionist" doesn't require any formal education or credentials; anyone can use the title of nutritionist, including those with very limited or no formal training in nutrition. Although there are certification programs that are marketed toward those interested in nutrition counseling, the rigor and academic requirements for such programs varies greatly. These important differences between dietitians and nutritionists are thus very important to consider when choosing the right nutrition professional for your needs. To be listed in the HealthProfs directory, Nutritionists must have a minimum of a Masters Degree in a relevant field.

When should I see a dietitian or a nutritionist?

Clients seek nutritional support from dietitians and nutritionists for various reasons, ranging from medical conditions to lifestyle concerns like weight loss or dietary requirements; however, it's always important to find a professional who is a good fit for you. Consider factors such as insurance coverage, your specific medical or dietary concerns, and the availability of professionals near you to determine whether a dietitian or nutritionist may be a better fit.

Generally, nutritionists are not covered by insurance, whereas Registered Dietitians (RDs) often are, especially for those with medical conditions. If you have a chronic medical condition like cancer or kidney disease, you might want to seek out an RD with specialized expertise, such as a Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO) or a Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR). These credentials indicate advanced education and a commitment to ongoing learning within a specific area. Additionally, consider the availability of professionals in your area and their openness to telehealth sessions. While the field of dietetics is growing, there may not always be a wide selection of professionals, especially in rural areas. In such cases, focusing on the experience and expertise of the nutrition professional can be more important than their specific credentials.

Do I need a referral to see a dietitian or a nutritionist?

A referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice. However, for a nutrition service to be covered by insurance, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary. 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. If insurance coverage is critical to a client's ability to see a dietitian, they should contact their insurance provider to determine if a referral is needed for nutritional counseling and to understand any potential co-pays or coverage limits that may apply in their individual circumstance.

How much does it cost to see a dietitian or a nutritionist?

The cost of seeing a dietitian or nutritionist depends on a number of variables, including their location, their specialty, whether they take insurance, and the professional's experience and training. On average, the cost of out-of-pocket sessions with a dietitian or nutritionist within the United States ranges from $50-$150. In some cases, nutrition professionals will require a longer initial evaluation session that will cost more than ongoing follow-up sessions. Dietitians and nutritionists may also offer packages for clients interested in longer-term nutritional support; in such cases, they may charge monthly or other periodic fees for more comprehensive services, such as a combination of nutrition sessions and out-of-session coaching support. If nutrition services are covered by a client's insurance plan and they are eligible for coverage based on any referral requirements, the out-of-pocket cost of seeing a dietitian may be completely covered or significantly reduced.

Are consultations with a dietitian or nutritionist covered by insurance?

If your insurance covers nutrition services, the cost is usually lower than paying out-of-pocket. 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.

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. However, these spots are often limited and may not always be available.