FAQs

A registered dietitian is a nationally credentialed and qualified nutrition expert. We have to pass a registration examination (like a doctor would a medical licensing board exam) and register for a national provider identifier (NPI) number that will identify us as a medical provider. We also must carry liability insurance (like a doctor would malpractice insurance) to protect ourselves and our patients in medical malpractice or wrongdoing cases, should they arise. RDs must also have a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition from an accredited program and complete 1200 hours (1 year) of a supervised practice internship before being qualified to take the exam. Additionally, 75 hours of continuing education credits are required every registration period. Almost all states require an additional license to be able to practice in that state.

As outlined above and in my post here, registered dietitians have gone through rigorous training to be able to call themselves RDs. We are qualified to counsel you on extremely specific information (medical history, family history, medications, supplements, etc.) that likely play a huge part in your wellbeing. RDs are simply the most qualified people to give you nutrition-related advice and information.

My services page outlines the services and packages I offer along with the price for each. I offer packages that contain a set number of sessions, but also offer the ability to customize! Everyone’s needs are different so we can figure out a path for you together.

I do not offer one-off sessions simply because there is no way we can get anywhere in an hour! My philosophy is geared toward helping you understand the foundations of nutrition and then applying those principles to long-term habit change that is relevant to your individual needs and lifestyle. Anything “quick” is going to be a waste of your time, and I don’t want to do that!

I accept some insurance plans in addition to out-of-pocket payment options. I definitely believe that you should be able to use medical insurance to see a medical provider (like a registered dietitian), but unfortunately, it’s not always possible. If I do not take your insurance, many plans will accept a receipt from me showing how much you paid out-of-pocket for your visit and they may reimburse you. Below are the plans I accept, and keep in mind number of visits per coverage year vary:

• AmeriHealth NJ
• AmeriHealth Administrators
• Cigna
• Horizon BCBSNJ
• Independence Blue Cross/Keystone
• Independence Administrators
• UnitedHealthcare

Short answer- COVID! Virtual appointments in the form of video calls are still face-to-face and just as effective as in-person counseling. With the current state of the pandemic, for everyone’s safety and convenience all appointments will be held virtually until further notice.