Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
Medicare Glossary
Nutritional counseling by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional, covered by Medicare for people with diabetes, kidney disease, or who have had a kidney transplant within the past 36 months.
This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation of any specific Medicare plan. Benefits, costs, and availability vary by plan and location. For complete information about your Medicare options, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY: 1-877-486-2048, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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