Question 1

What is a Registered Dietitian (RD)?

Accepted Answer

A Registered Dietitian (RD) is a food and nutrition expert with extensive training and specific credentials. RDs are qualified to support patients with various medical conditions. For nutritionists, on the other hand, there are no standard requirements so these professionals may lack the same formal education and experience as an RD.

Check out more about our specific training and backgrounds here!

Question 2

What types of patients do you work with?

Accepted Answer

We work with all children, from infants and toddlers to school-age children and
teenagers. And, of course, we work closely with the parents and guardians. We provide support with:

Picky eating
Complex feeding problems
Growth challenges (underweight and overweight/obesity)
Food allergies
Gastrointestinal issues (constipation, celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, irritable
bowel syndrome, and more)
Transitioning to solid foods or an age-appropriate diet
Family mealtime struggles

Please reach out if you have questions or want to see if we are the right fit for your
child.

Question 3

What is your approach to working with families?

Accepted Answer

Our approach at Capital Pediatric Nutrition is to meet families where they are at.
Feeding children can be stressful no matter the circumstances. Our goal is to help make it easier by providing individualized guidance and setting realistic goals. If your child is old enough to participate in the sessions, we offer age-appropriate nutrition education.

Question 4

Do you take insurance?

Accepted Answer

We are out-of-network providers and do not accept insurance at this time. After each session, we will provide a superbill that families can submit to their insurance companies and request reimbursement. Please reach out if you have any billing
questions!
NSA: As of January 1, 2022, healthcare providers are required to provide estimates for the costs of your care. The Good Faith Estimate shows the cost of items and services that are reasonably expected for your healthcare needs and treatment. This will be provided upon request. This Good Faith Estimate does not include unexpected costs that could arise during treatment.

Question 5

How do the appointments work?

Accepted Answer

Appointments are all virtual. Depending on the provider, we offer sessions during the daytime, evening, and weekends. Appointments typically last about 1 hour. Prior to the initial session, we will request your child’s growth charts and medical records and send you a 3-day food record to complete. During the appointment, we will review your child’s medical history, growth history, and typical eating patterns. Next, we will work together to develop an individualized nutrition plan. Follow-up appointments are scheduled at the end of the sessions based on your child’s specific nutrition needs.

Question 6

How can I schedule an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Please feel free to reach out through our website, email, or by phone to explain your
nutrition concerns and inquire about setting up an appointment for your child. From
there, we will send you a link to our calendar to set up the initial appointment.

For families in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C.:
Email: brittany@capitalpediatricnutrition.com 
Phone: 202-643-3126

For families in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania:
Email: christine@capitalpediatricnurition.com 
Phone: 484-253-6186

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