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How to See an Aetna Dietitian
1. Tell us about yourself
Let us know what your goals are and we’ll find the right dietitian for you.
2. Get convenient care
Use telehealth to meet with your registered dietitian wherever you are.
3. Use your insurance
All dietitians are in-network. Relax and focus on your health.
Find a dietitian that accepts Aetna near you
We’ve got answers.
Still deciding if we’re right for you? These frequently asked questions may help.
At Nourish, we help people like you find affordable nutrition care that works with their insurance plan. Most of our patients pay $0 out-of-pocket and are fully covered. Click here to book an appointment and get started on your health goals today.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are health professionals specializing in food and nutrition. Dietitians provide a behavioral health approach to nutritional care to help you reach your long-term health goals. To learn more about our approach to care, click here.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is a nationally recognized credential. At Nourish, all our dietitians are RDNs, which means that they have completed a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Nutrition, passed a national exam, and complete a number of ongoing continuing education credits annually.
No, they are not the same. The title "nutritionist" is not a protected title, which means that anyone, including yourself, can call themselves a nutritionist. At Nourish, all our providers are Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) which is a legally protected title. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists must complete a Bachelor or Master's degree in Nutrition, pass a national exam, and complete a number of ongoing continuing education credits annually. Read our blog post to learn more!
With Nourish, you can be sure that you are speaking with licensed health professionals that have been trained in nutrition and dietary intervention. To learn more about our approach to care, please click here.
We currently work with Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, and Aetna. We do not accept Medicaid at this time. Please reach out if you'd like us to add coverage for another network!
Nourish is currently in-network with 5 major insurance companies: Blue Cross Blue Shield/Anthem, United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna, and Medicare. For in-network patients, we work with your insurance company to ensure coverage.
94% of in-network patients pay $0 out of pocket. Use our insurance coverage calculator to verify your coverage and learn more about how we work with your insurance company.
In rare cases, there are costs associated with using insurance such as a small co-pay. In these cases, you will be responsible for those fees.
It is risk-free to try Nourish: if your insurance denies payment or your claim goes to a deductible that you don’t wish to contribute to, we will not charge you for any sessions that have already occurred. We will reach out to you personally to determine payment options for future sessions if you wish to continue working with your dietitian.
We also offer private pay services if your insurance does not cover sessions for $145 per session. Contact us today at support@usenourish.com if you have any other questions.
We have a very individualized approach depending upon your current diet, your goals and the number and severity of the health issues you face. Ideally, we like to work with you weekly, bi-monthly, or monthly, depending upon your needs. This approach provides an opportunity to work with you during various eating situations throughout all the seasons of the year (holidays, vacations, barbecues, etc.). Some clients need more intensive follow-up than others — it varies from client to client, but we will always work with you for to achieve your best outcome.
Yes, at Nourish we have many dietitians who specialize in working with children. We have experience in dealing with nutrition issues related to children, including overweight/underweight, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, food allergies, and eating disorders.
Yes, we have several team members who speak Spanish! They can help you make your appointment. Please let us know that you would like a Spanish-speaking dietitian when you set up your first appointment by calling 512-693-7045. Sí, tenemos un dietista en nuestro personal que habla español. Por favor, indique a la recepcionista que le gustaría hablar con una dietista que habla español cuando haga su primera cita.
Nourish is available in all 50 states!
Not a problem! If you are unable to find a dietitian through our Find a Provider page, please reach out to our support team at support@usenourish.com and we would be happy to assist you in identifying the ideal dietitian for your specific needs.
If you had not yet received an email/SMS message prompting you to sign up with Nourish, please reach out to our support team at support@usenourish.com and we would be happy to get you set up as soon as possible.
We have an amazing team of dietitians here at Nourish and sometimes they are fully booked up weeks in advance. Check out one of our other dietitians if you see that your initial choice is booked up. However, we are more than happy to put you on a waitlist for the dietitian should that be preferred.
Simply reach out to us via email at support@usenourish.com with your name, phone number and the dietitian you are interested in being put on the waitlist for and we will will take care of the rest!
Unfortunately, there are some states that have laws in place that prevent you from seeing a dietitian from outside of your state. Likely, the dietitian is not based in your state and, at this time, does not have licensing for your specific states. Please reach out to support@usenourish.com if you have questions!
If you are looking for a dietitian who has expertise dealing with individuals diagnosed with a specific illness or have a more specific goal outside of general health, you can check out which dietitian would best fit your needs here by using the drop down selections.
How can I find a top-rated dietitian that accepts Aetna insurance?
To find a registered dietitian who accepts your Aetna plan, log in to your member page, where you can search for in-network healthcare providers. Aetna covers nutrition counseling for preventative care and for treating chronic conditions like diabetes, eating disorders, high blood pressure, and obesity.
Aetna does require a physician referral that states nutrition services are medically necessary to prevent or treat a condition. The nutrition provider you choose must be credentialed, which includes licensed nutritionists and registered dietitians.
Nutrition counseling for certain conditions, like asthma and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), is not covered by Aetna because the effectiveness of nutrition therapy has not been proven for these disorders.
When searching for a dietitian online, you likely have specific health concerns in mind. To ensure you connect with a nutrition provider who specializes in what you’re looking for and who is in-network with Aetna, consider using Nourish.
Nourish dietitians accept Aetna insurance and specialize in a wide range of conditions from gut health to diabetes to eating disorders. You’ll be able to find the care you need and use your insurance benefits to avoid steep out-of-pocket costs.
Are video visits with a Dietitian online covered by Aetna?
Aetna covers virtual visits, or telehealth services, at the same cost as in-person provider visits. Coverage varies by plan, but virtual nutrition counseling provided by registered dietitians is typically covered.
Nutrition telehealth services covered by Aetna include individual and group medical nutrition therapy, which is when a dietitian provides evidence-based recommendations for a specific health condition.
How can I book an appointment online with an Aetna Dietitian?
Before scheduling a virtual visit with a dietitian through Aetna, it’s important to ensure your provider is licensed to practice in your state. Telehealth and licensure laws vary from state to state, and many states don’t allow dietitians to practice across state lines.
This is a common source of frustration, as many great dietitians offer virtual care but are unable to work with people across the country.
How much does an appointment online with an Aetna Dietitian cost?
The cost of an online appointment with a dietitian through Aetna will vary based on your specific insurance plan. Depending on your diagnosis, your visit may be covered at 100% for preventative care, or you may be charged your plan's copayment for seeing a specialist.
Finding a dietitian who accepts your insurance and is a good fit for your care needs can be challenging. Many people choose nutrition providers who are out of network to ensure they receive the best care, but this can be very costly, with a nutrition visit averaging $150 nationally.
