Do you want to use your health insurance to cover nutritional visits?
Yes, in most cases, your insurance can cover it! Many companies offer nutrition counseling even without a specific medical diagnosis, as part of their preventive and wellness benefits.
This means that investing in your health shouldn’t cost you more: most insurance plans cover preventive nutrition counseling with a $0 copay.
You can call your insurance to verify your benefits, or we can do it for you. Just book your appointment and we’ll confirm your coverage.
How do I do this?
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Look for the customer service number (usually starts with 800) on the back of your insurance card.
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Call and ask to speak with a representative.
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Ask if your plan includes benefits for nutrition counseling or medical nutrition therapy (MNT).
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Take notes! Ask about your deductible, number of covered sessions, referral requirements, copays, and telehealth coverage.
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It’s essential to do this before booking your appointment to avoid any billing surprises.
Which insurance plans do you accept?
We are currently in-network with
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Aetna
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Cigna
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Allegiance by Cigna
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Anthem
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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UnitedHealthcare
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Medicare Florida
*For Medicare, a referral from your doctor is required for a diagnosis of
Diabetes (E11 or greater) or Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Stage 3A or greater (N18.3 or greater)
What should I ask my insurance company?
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Does my plan cover nutrition counseling or medical nutrition therapy (MNT)?
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Do I need a referral from a doctor to see a registered dietitian?
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Are my diagnoses covered under this plan?
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How many visits per calendar year are included?
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Do I have a copayment, deductible, or cost-sharing requirement for these services?
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Is there a different cost if I do the visit via telehealth instead of in-person?
Information they may ask you for:
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CPT (procedure) codes: 97802 and 97803
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ICD-10 (diagnosis) code: Start with Z71.3 (dietary counseling and surveillance).
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If they don’t accept Z71.3, try Z72.4 (inappropriate diet and eating habits)
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If you have one of the following conditions, ask if your plan covers nutrition counseling for these diagnoses:
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Overweight or obesity
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Prediabetes or type 2 diabetes
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High blood pressure (hypertension)
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High cholesterol
These diagnoses are often covered under preventive services in many plans.
If you still have questions, write to me:
Check Your Coverage
We will contact you once your coverage is verified by a team member