Medicare Part B covers medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for people with diabetes or kidney disease. MNT is provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional. Medicare covers 3 hours of MNT in the first year and 2 hours per year thereafter.
Key Points
- Medical nutrition therapy: covered for diabetes and kidney disease
- Provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional
- First year: 3 hours of MNT covered
- Subsequent years: 2 hours per year covered
- An independent agent can help you understand your nutrition counseling coverage