Medical Nutrition Therapy
A WNYICC Food As Medicine Program
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WNYICC's Medical Nutrition Therapy provides expert nutrition counseling from Local, Credentialed Registered Dietitians (RD).
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Our RD's assess nutrition-risk AND Health-related social needs.
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Being connected to local community-based organizations, our RDs seamlessly refer clients to additional services, as needed.
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We integrate with client's clinical care. Primary Care Physicians are sent a report on their referred patient's progress in the MNT Program.
MNT helps people Improve their health through Nutrition!
100% of participants increased the amount of vegetables eaten per week.
92% made changes in their eating habits after working with the RD.
62% increased amount of physical activity per week.
67% of those At Risk for Malnutrition improved to Normal Nutrition status.
62% were referred to a community program to address unmet needs.
69% developed a meal plan with the RD. 91% continued to follow plan 3+ months.
Eligibility
Current health insurance plans accepted:
- Independent Health Medicare Advantage Plans
- Independent Health Commercial Plans
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