Kidney Disease (CKD) · Registered dietitians
Kidney Disease (CKD) & Renal Nutrition
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.
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 our dietitians 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.
What to expect
- First visit: your dietitian reviews your health history, labs, medications and eating habits, then you set 2–3 goals together.
- Your plan: a personalized plan with meal ideas, recipes and tools, shared in your Healthie portal.
- Follow-ups: regular check-ins, usually every week or every other week at first, to track progress and adjust.
Visits are in person in Suwanee or Lawrenceville, GA, or by secure video in 25 states. More about visits.
Insurance coverage
Medicare Part B covers medical nutrition therapy for chronic kidney disease with a doctor’s referral. Many commercial plans also cover it.
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Coverage depends on your specific plan. We check your benefits before your first visit, and it helps if you also call the member number on your insurance card. Our billing promise means no surprise bills.
Dietitians who specialize in kidney disease (ckd)
Lisa Nguyen, RD, LD
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Registered Dietitian
Lawrenceville · Video visits
Speaks: English, Vietnamese
Deepa Narayanaswamy, RD, LD
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Registered Dietitian
Suwanee · Video visits
Speaks: English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu (conversational)
Parul Shah, RD, LD
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Founder & Lead Registered Dietitian
Suwanee · Lawrenceville · Video visits
Speaks: English, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi
Kidney Disease (CKD): common questions
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.
What patients say
“I met with Rachel today and we had a great conversation at my intake appointment that makes me feel optimistic about moving forward.”
“Awesome job very informative and pleasant Rachel really takes the time to listen and explain all aspects of diet and health would highly recommend”
“Service was excellent. She was very knowledgeable, showed empathy, and was helpful.”
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This page is for general education and is not medical advice. Talk with your doctor before changing medications.
Ready to feel better? Most visits are covered by insurance.
Book online in about two minutes, or call 678-250-3438. Visits in Suwanee, Lawrenceville or by video.