FAQs
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If you are concerned about your child’s growth, their nutrient intake or your child has a medical concern that is nutrition related you may consider an evaluation with a pediatric dietitian. We often collaborate care with primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical specialists, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, and psychologists.
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Initial visits are 60 minutes and follow ups are typically 30-45 minutes depending on your needs.
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Yes, most insurances provide MNT benefits. We are currently in network with Aetna and United Health Care. We are working on expanding in network status with other insurances. Prior to your visit, we will verify your benefits and notify you of any information from your insurance company regarding out of pocket costs prior to your visit.
We can also provide you with a superbill for you to possibly seek reimbursement from your insurance carrier if we are not in network.
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Yes, we take all major credit cards. We are also able to accept HSA/FSA funds for your appointment.
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Yes, to ensure proper insurance coverage we request that your child’s provider faxes a referral to us at 601-623-3909. Please email lindsey@flourishpediatricnutrition.com if you need a copy of a referral form to provide to your healthcare provider’s office.
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Yes. We know that getting to an appointment can be challenging. Please note that both the child and the caregiver must be present for a pediatric appointment.
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Nothing other than a recent weight and height from your child’s healthcare provider. However, it is always beneficial for continuity of care to have your pediatrician fax over any pertinent and/or recent medical documentation.
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Please complete the patient inquiry form on the contact page. You can also call 601-728-6968 or email lindsey@flourishpediatricnutrition.com. For patients using insurance benefits, we must receive a signed referral from your child’s healthcare provider before scheduling the appointment.
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For patients utilizing insurance benefits, because the child is the patient, yes, they must be present for the visit. If you are interested in speaking to a dietitian without your child present, parent nutrition coaching services are available on a self pay basis.