Medical Nutrition Therapy, often abbreviated as MNT, is an evidence-based medical approach to treating certain chronic conditions through an individually-tailored nutrition plan. This nutrition plan is ordered and approved by a primary care physician and implemented by a Registered Dietitian.

MNT can play a life-changing role in reducing complications associated with certain chronic conditions, such and Type 2 Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Our dieticians use the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Evidence-Based Nutrition Practice Guidelines to counsel patients on lifestyle changes and self-management skills.

The initial visit with a registered dietitian nutritionist takes approximately one hour. After the first session, the RDN will schedule follow-up appointments to check your progress and see if changes are needed in your nutrition goals and treatment plan.

Ask your doctor if a referral for medical nutrition therapy counseling provided by a registered dietitian nutritionist is proper for you. With a physician’s referral, you can make an appointment to see the RDN. For MNT, you need a referral form from your physician and check with your insurance for coverage before scheduling an appointment with your dietitian.

*Physician referral form: The information on clinical forms must be signed and verified by a physician.

*Insurance verification