Public Health Emergency Extended Another 90 Days
10/15/2021 - The renewal determination takes effect on October 18, 2021 and runs through January 13, 2022.
As the impact of COVID-19 unfolds, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is gathering resources for food and nutrition practitioners to address preparedness, patient care and food safety and access. View the articles below for the latest updates and visit the Academy's COVID-19 Hub for additional resources.
10/15/2021 - The renewal determination takes effect on October 18, 2021 and runs through January 13, 2022.
10/05/2021 - A recent report released by the CDC found that the percentage of children and teens living with obesity jumped by 3 percentage points during the pandemic.
07/28/2021 - The Academy reiterates our recommendation that all RDNs and NDTRs be vaccinated, both to protect their own health and to assist in the treatment and recovery from the COVID-19 virus for all people.
06/25/2021 - The Academy was honored with the prestigious Ragan's Communications Award, recognizing "engaging, effective and powerful campaigns and content" during 2020.
10/06/2020 - In continuing efforts to assist health care providers whose revenues have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency, the HHS will be releasing another round of Provider Relief Funds authorized under the CARES Act.
09/21/2020 - Academy membership generated nearly 1,700 letters in urging the agency to extend WIC waivers flexibilities before September 30.
08/11/2020 - On August 3 the CMS issued the advance copy of its proposed 2021 Physician Fee Schedule rule.
06/30/2020 - The Academy is working with the AMA to gather data on additional costs incurred by health care practitioners when providing care to patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Academy and the NAFEO sent a letter the administration to support their appropriations request of higher education programs for allied health professions at minority serving institutions.
The Academy provided feedback regarding policies and regulatory revisions in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
05/29/2020 - The Academy partnered with NAFEO to ask Congress to set aside $310 million to strengthen and grow allied health programs.
05/13/2020 - The Academy supports critical provisions to address rising rates of food insecurity and economic distress outlined in the HEROES Act.
05/12/2020 - The Academy continues to advocate for child nutrition programs and their instrumental role in addressing food insecurity.
05/07/2020 - The legislation increases WIC cash value vouchers for fresh produce to $35.
05/01/2020 - School Lunch Hero Day celebrates the dedication of Academy members who are ensuring children have nutritious meals.
05/01/2020 - CMS announced yesterday that they will allow certain services on the list of Medicare approved telehealth services to be delivered via audio-only.
04/28/2020 - While actively monitoring recommendations for future travel, FNCE® 2020 remains scheduled for October 17-20 in Indianapolis. Registration and housing will open July 1.
04/27/2020 - Starting April 27, RDN Medicare Providers can apply additional provider relief funds authorized under the CARES Act.
04/24/2020 - Requested flexibilities include allowing audio-only telehealth for seniors who cannot operate audio-visual technologies.
04/24/2020 - The U.S. Congress passed the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, a fourth COVID-19 stimulus package.
04/20/2020 - The agency provided details on expanded flexibilities available during the COVID-19 pandemic.
04/16/2020 - Congress should act now to ensure access to healthy food and protect jobs for those on the frontlines feeding their communities, including Academy members.
04/14/2020 - Registered dietitian nutritionists who billed Medicare in 2019 will automatically receive a one-time payment.
04/09/2020 - Urge Congress to help Americans keep food on the table during the COVID-19 pandemic.
04/07/2020 - As a result of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 public health emergency, the ACEND’s Board of Directors will temporarily reduce the required number of supervised practice hours.
04/07/2020 - For members: In May, the Academy is hosting virtual office hours to answer questions about providing MNT and other nutrition services via telehealth.
04/03/2020 - Updated recommendations have been released for nursing homes, state and local governments to combat COVID-19.
04/03/2020 - Families can use the interactive map to find meals for their children while schools are closed due to COVID-19.
03/31/2020 - Just as members listen and respond to the needs of our country, the Academy hears their needs and requests and has announced several updates.
03/30/2020 - Dedicated and expert medical teams must have adequate PPE to combat COVID-19.
03/30/2020 - Actions taken last week at the federal and state level continue to expand access to MNT and other services provided by RDNs.
03/27/2020 - The Academy is committed to advocating for provisions that help our members safely do their jobs.
03/27/2020 - The Academy urges commercial and private payers to expand access to MNT via telehealth.
03/26/2020 - To support the provision of nutrition services by RDNs during the COVID-19 national emergency, the Academy has created a listing designed to facilitate delivery of services via telehealth in multiple states.
03/25/2020 - To support the needs of nutrition and dietetics educators, preceptors, student and interns, the Academy and its Foundation are providing resources as pandemic response unfolds.
03/24/2020 - Recognizing that the annual renewal cycle coincides with a time of uncertainty, membership renewal has been extended through June 30 and the Academy has created a two-payment option.
03/23/2020 - The coronavirus brings unprecedented challenges and an uncertain path, but from this emerge stories of communities coming together to face the crisis head on. How has the pandemic impacted your life and work?
03/20/2020 - Academy urges leaders of the National Governors Association to encourage all governors to extend telehealth to Medicaid and other insurers.
03/20/2020 - As the impact of COVID-19 unfolds, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation continues to provide free resources for food and nutrition practitioners to address food security, food waste and hunger.
03/19/2020 - Yesterday, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act passed in the U.S. Senate and was signed into law by the president.
03/17/2020 - The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced details of its policies to broaden access to telehealth services.
03/16/2020 - The Academy supports access to medical nutrition therapy services for all citizens during the current public health emergency.
03/13/2020 - The Academy is taking every precautionary measure to prevent any additional spread of COVID-19, while ensuring the least amount of disruption to Academy operations.
03/12/2020 - The Academy called for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to expand the flexibility for and direct funding towards the administration of federal nutrition programs.