The Academy has information, resources and toolkits to support member efforts to promote the integration and expansion of MNT into health benefit plans and expand the scope of "billable" services provided by RDNs. These tools can be used to build the case for integrating RDNs into primary care practices, communicate the evidence-based and effectiveness data of MNT services provided by RDNs, seize the opportunities under The Affordable Care Act and health care reform, and make the case for RDN-provided nutrition services with insurance companies and employers.
Learn about the new payment models and the opportunities to integrate RDNs and nutrition counseling into primary care practices. Read More
Learn how to take advantage of the health and cost-saving benefits of nutrition services via the Comprehensive Primary Care Initiative (CPCI). Read More
The PCMH/ACO Workgroup is a sub-group of the Coding and Coverage Committee that develops recommendations to advance RDNs involvement. Read More
The term medical home was first coined by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) in 1967 and initially meant a central place for archiving a child's medical record. Read More
Many PCMH models are in place across the country, and a variety of groups have collaborated to develop local PCMH models. Read More
Medical nutrition therapy provided by registered dietitian nutritionists can decrease employee-health related symptoms and increase employee productivity and overall health. Read More
Academy shares registered dietitians' concerns about the news that Medicare will now cover obesity counseling services without direct payment to RDs. Read More
The Academy's Diabetes Coverage Policy Statement affirms that registered dietitians should be designated by third party payers as eligible providers of MNT. Read More
When you need food and nutrition information based on fact or need to know how a healthy diet improves health and fights disease—rely on qualified professionals in the field. Read More
Use the MNTWorks® Kit during meetings and presentations to advocate for expanding MNT coverage. Read More
