Compare 1 dietitians & nutritionists in Tenino, WA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Tenino has 1 dietitians & nutritionists. The most common credential is R.D., C.D. (100%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include UW Medical Center, Harborview Medical Center, and Seattle Children's Hospital. Local training programs run through University of Washington School of Medicine and Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine.
An initial session lasts 60 to 90 minutes. The dietitian will review your medical history, current medications, eating patterns (you may be asked to keep a food diary beforehand), physical activity, cooking skills, and food preferences. They will assess lab results if relevant (blood sugar, cholesterol, kidney function). Together, you will set realistic goals and develop a meal plan that fits your life. Follow-up sessions (30 to 60 minutes) typically occur every two to four weeks. Dietitians do not prescribe rigid diets; they help you build sustainable eating habits.
See a dietitian if you have been diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, celiac disease, or food allergies that require dietary management. Dietitians also help with weight management, eating disorders (in conjunction with a therapist), pregnancy nutrition, sports performance nutrition, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and managing side effects of cancer treatment. Your doctor may refer you after a new diagnosis, but many people also seek out a dietitian on their own for help with their relationship with food or to improve their diet for general health.
Initial consultation: $100-250 · Follow-up session: $75-150 · With insurance copay: $20-50 · Medicare MNT: $0 copay for diabetes/kidney disease
Tenino, WA has 1 licensed dietitians & nutritionists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of dietitians & nutritionists in Tenino, WA are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
An initial consultation costs $100 to $250. A follow-up session costs $75 to $150. With insurance copay: $20 to $50. Medicare MNT for diabetes: $0 copay. Actual costs in Tenino, WA depend on the provider and your insurance plan. If you have diabetes, kidney disease, or a recent organ transplant, nutrition therapy is likely covered by your insurance. For other conditions, call your plan to check for MNT coverage. HSA/FSA funds can cover dietitian visits.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Tenino, WA has 1 dietitians & nutritionists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
Some dietitians & nutritionists in Tenino, WA accept Apple Health, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers MNT for qualifying diagnoses in most states. Coverage varies. Children's nutrition services are covered under EPSDT. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Apple Health participation before scheduling.
For diabetes management, four to six sessions the first year and two to three in subsequent years is standard (matches Medicare MNT coverage). For weight management, monthly sessions for three to six months. For eating disorder support, weekly sessions alongside therapy. Your dietitian will recommend a schedule. With 1 dietitians & nutritionists in Tenino, WA, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Dietitians & Nutritionists in the area may have trained at University of Washington School of Medicine, Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, and Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine. Graduates of local programs often stay in the area to practice.
Insurance coverage for dietitian services depends on your diagnosis. Medicare covers medical nutrition therapy for diabetes and kidney disease with no copay (when provided by an RD). Many commercial plans cover MNT for chronic conditions. The ACA requires coverage of obesity screening and counseling. Coverage for general wellness nutrition counseling varies. Ask your plan specifically about "medical nutrition therapy" coverage and whether a referral or diagnosis code is required. Many dietitians also accept self-pay at reasonable rates.