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Frequently Asked Questions

What can a Dietitian Help me With?

Need help finding the right foods or recipes? Cleaning out your pantry? Losing weight? Gaining weight? Decreasing inflammation? Managing symptoms? Cannot eat at all?

I can help with all of this and more!

Dietitians have general training in nutrition, but I have also specialized in several areas, including celiac disease, food allergies, GI disorders, dysautonomia, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, cancer care, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and healthy weight management. I am also uniquely trained in both adult and pediatric care, so I can help the whole family.

What is the Difference Between a Dietitian and a Nutritionist?

As a registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), I am a credentialed health care expert in nutrition. To obtain this credential, I have obtained a bachelor’s degree in dietetics, completed an internship with more than 1200 hours of hands-on training, and passed a state board exam demonstrating proficiency in the necessary skills to provide medical nutrition therapy. For dietitians these minimum requirements apply to all 50 states. Nutritionists have no federal regulations, and therefore have no gaurantee of education or training, although this can vary by state.

What is a Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC)?

“In addition to my RD, I also hold a CNSC credential, which means I am a board-certified Certified Nutrition Support Clinician. To obtain this credential I completed a minimum of 2 years of experience specializing in nutrition support (tube feeding and TPN/PPN), and passed a state board exam demonstrating proficiency in this field.”
– Chelsey McCauley RD, CNSC

What Digestive Disorders or Food Allergies you are Qualified to Address?

“I have experience, as both a patient and a medical professional, in the treatment of food allergies and several GI conditions. In addition, I have many years of training and experience in treating celiac disease, NCGS, IBD, food allergies, GI motility disorders, and others.”
– Chelsey McCauley RD, CNSC

What Ages Do You Serve?

I am trained in both adult and pediatric care, and can provide services for both (with guardian consent). I have years of experience working with individuals from preterm infants to 100+ years old.

How are Sessions Conducted?

“Ideally, our sessions will be conducted as a video meeting via your computer or smart phone. You will be provided with easy to follow instructions for using your choice of video conference tools such as Google Meet, etc. We will also likely be communicating via email and text as needed. At the very minimum, we can conduct productive sessions via telephone.”
– Chelsey McCauley RD, CNSC

How Does Billing Work?

Billing occurs monthly in advance of sessions, and we currently accept multiple forms of payment, including: credit card, debit card, HSA, or FSA (via Venmo or Square), and check, or money order. Following your appointments, you may also submit your invoice/receipt (Super Bill) for possible reimbursement from your health insurance provider.

What is a Super Bill?

A superbill is way for you to submit the cost of your consultations to your insurance company for reimbursement following appointments. If requested, I will provide you with an invoice following each appointment that includes details regarding services provided. These invoices may be eligible for full or partial reimbursement, depending on your coverage. Reimbursement is determined by your insurance company. Nourish 4 Life is not responsible for verifying or submitting for reimbursement.

What if I Choose Ala Carte Sessions with No Monthly Commitment?

No problem! We just need to complete a one-time initial consultation session (1 hour, $149), after which we can continue with sessions at your discretion.