
Many serious health conditions can be prevented and/or managed through nutrition and lifestyle changes. Add a nutrition expert, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to your healthcare team and reach your optimal health.
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Registered Dietitians have expertise! They have a 4+ year university degree from an accredited institution followed by extensive supervised practical training. They pass a national board registration exam, maintain continuing education credits throughout their career and are also held to a professional code of ethics. Dietitians have a unique skillset to support people from various stages of life who are interested in leading healthier lifestyles.
Don’t settle for less than the best. You’ll have your body for a lifetime so learn to preserve it by fueling it right. Call today to schedule an appointment and see how much better you can feel.
Please call us at 540.741.2210 or email outpatientdiabetesandnutrition@mwhc.com with questions or to schedule an appointment. Our services are covered under many insurance plans. Please check with your insurance company about coverage. See below for Medicare coverage.
We schedule appointments Monday–Friday at Cosner’s Corner and Tuesday and Thursday at Stafford.
Diabetes and kidney disease nutrition counseling goals include:
What topics are covered in counseling sessions?
Medical Nutrition Therapy is covered 100% by Medicare Part B for people with diabetes and kidney disease (if dialysis is not required). You may be eligible for three hours of one-on-one Medical Nutrition Therapy your first year and two hours each subsequent year. Call for an appointment and we will take care of the rest. We will contact your doctor to obtain the required lab work and physician order.
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