Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield · Kidney Disease

Kidney Disease dietitian covered by Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield

Kidney diets are among the most confusing to follow alone: protein, sodium, potassium and phosphorus all matter, and the targets change with each stage. Our dietitians, including those with dialysis experience, make it manageable.

Yes. Nutrition Solutions for Me is in-network with Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield, and our registered dietitians help with chronic kidney disease. Most Anthem / Blue Cross plans cover nutrition counseling. We check your Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits before your first visit, so you know what to expect.

Is this for you?

  • You have chronic kidney disease stages 1–5
  • You are on dialysis or preparing for it
  • You had a kidney transplant
  • You get kidney stones or have gout

How we help

Stage-specific targets

Protein, sodium, potassium and phosphorus goals based on your labs and stage.

Foods you can eat

We focus on swaps and portions, not just lists of foods to avoid.

Diabetes & blood pressure

The top two causes of CKD, managed together with your kidney plan.

Kidney stones & gout

Fluid, oxalate, sodium and purine guidance for prevention.

Using your Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield plan

  • In-network with Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield.
  • Some Anthem HMO plans (for example Pathway X Guided Access, GAP and some R prefixes) need a referral from your primary care doctor.
  • Check your card for "referral required".
  • BCBS Nebraska plans do not cover nutrition visits.
  • If your card says referral required: a referral from your primary care doctor
  • Medicare Part B covers medical nutrition therapy for chronic kidney disease with a doctor’s referral. Many commercial plans also cover it.

Coverage depends on your plan. We verify your benefits before your first visit and tell you if anything isn't covered.

Book with Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield

Quick Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage check

Where you can see us

Dietitians who help with chronic kidney disease

Lisa Nguyen, RD, LD · Deepa Narayanaswamy, RD, LD · Parul Shah, RD, LD

Learn more about our Kidney Disease (CKD) care.

Frequently asked questions

Does Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield cover a dietitian for chronic kidney disease?

Most Anthem / Blue Cross plans cover nutrition counseling. Coverage depends on your specific plan, and our team checks your benefits with Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield before your first visit.

Do I need a referral?

Some Anthem HMO plans (for example Pathway X Guided Access, GAP and some R prefixes) need a referral from your primary care doctor.

Can I do my chronic kidney disease visits by video?

Yes. We see patients in person in Suwanee and Lawrenceville, Georgia, and by secure video. Whether your Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield plan covers video visits depends on your plan, and we confirm it before your visit.

Does Medicare cover a renal dietitian?

Yes, Medicare Part B covers medical nutrition therapy for chronic kidney disease (not on dialysis) and after a kidney transplant, with a referral from your doctor.

Do I need to stop eating protein?

Usually no. Most people need the right amount for their stage. Too little protein can cause muscle loss, so targets are set from your labs.

Other reasons Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield members see us: Diabetes · Weight Loss · PCOS · Heart Health

Kidney Disease with other plans: Aetna · Aetna Medicare Advantage · Ambetter · Cigna · Humana · Medicare · Oscar · UnitedHealthcare · UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage

Book a chronic kidney disease visit with Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield

Book online in about two minutes, or call 678-250-3438. Visits in Suwanee, Lawrenceville or by video.

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