Insurance, Billing, & Financial Support

At Daily Bread Dietetics, we believe access to quality nutrition care should not be limited by financial barriers. The information below outlines different ways individuals and families may be able to access nutrition counseling services, including insurance reimbursement, flexible spending options, scholarships, and additional treatment resources.

If cost is a concern, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are always happy to explore available options and resources that may help make care more accessible.

Insurance & Out-of-Network Coverage

Understanding Insurance Benefits

Daily Bread Dietetics is currently an out-of-network provider, which means services are paid for at the time of the visit. However, many insurance plans offer out-of-network benefits that may reimburse a portion of nutrition counseling services with a registered dietitian.

While reimbursement cannot be guaranteed, some clients receive partial reimbursement depending on their insurance plan.

Step to check your benefits:

Call the number on the back of your insurance card and ask:

Do I have out-of-network benefits for nutrition counseling?
Are Registered Dietitians (RDNs) covered under my plan?
Do I need a doctor's referral for coverage?
Are diagnosis codes required for reimbursement?
What percentage of the session cost is reimbursed?

Superbills & Reimbursement

What is a Superbill?

A superbill is an itemized receipt that includes the information insurance companies typically require for reimbursement.

How the process works:

Attend your scheduled nutrition counseling session.
Receive a superbill after your appointment.
Submit the superbill through your insurance portal or claims process.
If your plan includes out-of-network benefits, your insurance provider may reimburse a portion of the cost.

Please note that insurance reimbursement is determined by each individual insurance provider and cannot be guaranteed.

HSA & FSA Payment Options

Using HSA or FSA Funds

Many clients use Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to pay for nutrition counseling services.

These accounts allow you to use pre-tax healthcare dollars for eligible medical expenses.

Steps:

Confirm eligibility with your HSA/FSA provider.
Pay using your HSA/FSA card if available.
Save your receipt or superbill for documentation.

Financial Support Options

Many individuals and families are able to access nutrition counsleing through alternative funding sources beyond traditional insurance. The resources below may help reduce or offset the cost of care depending on your situation.

Employer Wellness Benefits

Some employers provide wellness stipends or preventative health benefits that may cover nutrition counseling services.

Clients may wish to check with their employer or HR department about:

• Wellness stipends

• Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs)

• Employee wellness programs

Examples:

• Personify Health (formerly Virgin Pulse)

• Limeade Wellness Programs

Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA)

Some employers offer Health Reimbursement Arrangements, which allow employees to be reimbursed for eligible healthcare expenses.

Learn more at heathcare.gov.

Community Health Grants & Local Assistance Programs

Local hospitals, foundations, and community organizations sometimes provide funding for preventative health services or wellness programs.

Families may wish to explore:

• Local hospital community benefit programs

• Community health foundations

• Regional wellness grants

For Idaho residents, potential starting points include:

• Idaho Community Foundation

• St. Luke’s Community Health Programs

Family Support Foundations

Some nonprofit organizations and community groups offer financial assistance for healthcare services, especially for families facing medical challenges.

Possible sources include:

• Local churches or religious organizations

• Community mutual aid programs

• Local family support foundations

The Family Table Scholarship Fund

The Family Table Scholarship Fund is a new initiative created by Daily Bread Dietetics to help reduce financial barriers for individuals and families seeking nutrition counseling.

While the fund is still growing, it was created with the goal of supporting clients who may benefit from nutrition therapy but need additional financial support to access care. Scholarship availability may vary as the program develops, but we encourage anyone facing financial barriers to reach out so we can explore available options together.

If you believe you may benefit from scholarship support, please let us know when submitting your inquiry so we can discuss available options - there is always a set at the table.

Please note that insurance reimbursement and financial assistance are determined by external organizations and insurance providers and cannot be guaranteed.

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