Aetna · Heart Health
Heart Health dietitian covered by Aetna
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of risks: high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high triglycerides, low HDL and extra weight around the waist. Each one responds to nutrition, and improving one often improves the others.
Yes. Nutrition Solutions for Me is in-network with Aetna, and our registered dietitians help with high cholesterol, blood pressure and heart health. Aetna usually covers nutrition visits for adults who are overweight or obese (BMI 25 or higher). No other health condition is needed. We check your Aetna benefits before your first visit, so you know what to expect.
Is this for you?
- Your doctor mentioned metabolic syndrome, high cholesterol or high triglycerides
- You have high blood pressure
- You have fatty liver (MASLD/NAFLD)
- You have a family history of heart disease or diabetes
How we help
DASH & Mediterranean patterns
Proven eating patterns that lower blood pressure and LDL, adapted to your cuisine.
Sodium & potassium balance
Practical label reading and swaps for restaurant and packaged foods.
Triglycerides & fatty liver
Reducing added sugars, refined carbs and alcohol, with more fiber and omega-3s.
Track your labs
We follow your blood pressure and lipid results over time.
Using your Aetna plan
- In-network with Aetna.
- No referral needed for nutrition counseling.
- High cholesterol, hypertension and obesity are commonly covered diagnoses for nutrition counseling.
Coverage depends on your plan. We verify your benefits before your first visit and tell you if anything isn't covered.
Where you can see us
- Suwanee: 3135 W Mathis Airport Pkwy, Suite 200, Suwanee, GA 30024
- Lawrenceville: 1755 North Brown Rd, Suite 200, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
- Video visits from home
Dietitians who help with high cholesterol, blood pressure and heart health
Deepa Narayanaswamy, RD, LD · Rhea Shah, RD, LD, CEDS · Lisa Nguyen, RD, LD · Tameka Watson, RD, LD · Rachel Caylor, RD, LD, CEDS · Parul Shah, RD, LD
Learn more about our Heart Health & Metabolic Syndrome care.
Frequently asked questions
Does Aetna cover a dietitian for high cholesterol, blood pressure and heart health?
Aetna usually covers nutrition visits for adults who are overweight or obese (BMI 25 or higher). No other health condition is needed. Coverage depends on your specific plan, and our team checks your benefits with Aetna before your first visit.
Do I need a referral?
No referral needed for nutrition counseling.
Can I do my high cholesterol, blood pressure and heart health visits by video?
Yes. We see patients in person in Suwanee and Lawrenceville, Georgia, and by secure video. Whether your Aetna plan covers video visits depends on your plan, and we confirm it before your visit.
What is metabolic syndrome?
It is diagnosed when you have at least three of: a large waist, high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, high blood pressure and high fasting blood sugar. It raises the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
Can diet lower cholesterol without medication?
For many people, diet changes lower LDL meaningfully. Whether you also need medication is a decision for you and your doctor.
Other reasons Aetna members see us: Diabetes · Weight Loss · PCOS · Kidney Disease
Heart Health with other plans: Ambetter · Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield · Cigna · Oscar · UnitedHealthcare
Book a high cholesterol, blood pressure and heart health visit with Aetna
Book online in about two minutes, or call 678-250-3438. Visits in Suwanee, Lawrenceville or by video.