Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — it depends on your specific policy. Some plans cover visits at 100%, some require a copay, and some may not cover nutrition counseling. We are happy to check with your insurance provider to verify your coverage prior to your visit.

Yes. We currently accept Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield Rhode Island, Aetna, GEHA, Cigna, Magellan, Medicare, Medicaid, Neighborhood Health Plan of RI, and United Healthcare. Please call our office to confirm we are in-network with your plan. We are also flexible in developing payment plans for those paying out of pocket.

During the initial evaluation, you and your dietitian will discuss your nutrition goals, any barriers preventing you from achieving them, lifestyle changes to support your personalized plan, and goals to work toward before your follow-up appointment.

An initial evaluation can last anywhere from 60–90 minutes, while a follow-up could last 30–60 minutes.

Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist, whether they have a degree or not. To become a registered dietitian, you must complete four years of dietetic coursework at a college or university, complete a one-year internship, and then pass an intensive four-part exam before receiving your official designation from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

It is important to us to convey that change takes time and commitment. There are no long-lasting "quick fixes." We focus on creating lifestyle changes that work best for you and your condition to achieve lasting effects.

Doctors can offer basic nutritional insight, but their education focuses on ailments and treatment. Many doctors and hospitals work hand in hand with registered dietitians to ensure their patients’ specialty nutrition needs are met. Registered dietitians bring focused education to address specific nutritional needs across different age groups, ailments, and conditions.