A Dietitian for IBS That Takes Insurance
Registered dietitians for IBS by telehealth, in network with most major insurance plans, in 12 states and Washington, D.C.
Which insurance plans we're in network with
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
- Curative
- Oscar (New York only)
We don't accept Medicare or Medicaid.
Not in network with your plan? You can still work with us as a private pay patient, and we can give you a superbill on request to send to your insurance. Whether your plan pays you back is up to your plan.
You've cut things out. Your gut still isn't calm.
Maybe your doctor said "try low FODMAP" and handed you a list. Maybe you've Googled your way through every food you think might be the problem. Maybe your labs and scopes came back fine, and you still feel terrible.
That's a lot to carry on your own.
IBS is real, and it's not only about food. What you eat, when you eat, how you sleep and how stress shows up in your body are all talking to your gut. We look at all of it with you, connect the dots, and turn it into a plan you can actually live.
And we're in network with most major insurance plans.
How to check your coverage before you book
Here's the honest part, and it matters.
We cannot guarantee your coverage. It is your responsibility to know what is covered.
What we do. Before your first visit, our team runs a benefits check with your insurance and emails you what they told us: your plan type, your deductible, your copay or coinsurance, any visit limit, and whether you need a referral or prior authorization. It's an estimate, not a guarantee. Your insurance makes the final decision when it processes each claim.
What you do. Call the Member Services number on the back of your card. Ask about nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian by telehealth, at the in-network level. The billing codes are CPT 97802 for the first visit and 97803 for follow-ups. Write down the rep's name, the date and your own call reference number.
If anything you hear is different from what we sent you, tell us before your first visit.
We've broken down every question to ask, step by step.
Blue Cross Blue Shield from another state?
Ask about your in-network benefits for these codes. Don't give them our practice name, NPI or tax ID, and we can't give those out for this. Your plan's member line only sees its own local network, so it may say it can't find us or that we're out of network. Out-of-state Blue Cross Blue Shield claims run through New York, by way of the national BlueCard program. HMO and EPO plans can work differently, so ask what kind of plan you have.
What IBS care looks like with us
No handout. No list of "never" foods. A real relationship with a dietitian who gets to know you, your life and your gut.
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Guided low FODMAP, with a way back
A short elimination phase, then reintroduction, so you keep every food your gut can handle.
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The gut-brain side
Sleep, stress and your nervous system, looked at right alongside digestion.
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Safe with an eating disorder history
A flexible plan built around your history. If a full elimination phase isn't right for you, your dietitian finds another way in.
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Alongside your doctor
We work with your GI doctor and compare notes. Medications stay with your doctor.
What our clients say
I’ve been working with The Harvest Method for about two years now and it has been one of the best decisions I have made for my gut health. My practitioner helped me navigate and heal a range of complex gut health issues, including IBS, SIBO and a parasite infection. The protocols, insights, and unwavering support not only resolved these issues but also gave me a much deeper understanding of how to care for my gut long-term.
The Harvest Method approach is thorough, compassionate, and incredibly effective - every piece of advice I’ve been given has been invaluable.I feel healthier, more in tune with my body, and empowered with the tools to maintain my well-being. If you're struggling with gut health or just want a deeper, holistic understanding of your nutrition, I can't recommend The Harvest Method enough.
How to start
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Book a free intro call with a dietitian. Think of it as a vibe check. The relationship is a big part of what makes this work, so you both get to make sure it's a fit.
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Fill out your forms in Healthie, including your insurance, so we can run your benefits check.
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Call your insurance too, and get your own reference number.
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Your dietitian sets you up clinically. You'll fill out an assessment, and depending on you, she may ask for recent labs, test results or a few days of what you eat. No measuring, no grading. We just need the real picture.
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Every session is by telehealth. Our team of 15 registered dietitians sees patients who live in Alabama, California, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Missouri, Nevada, New York, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Washington, plus Washington, D.C. We have early mornings, evenings and weekends, and you can often start this week.
For GI offices and referring providers
Your patient was told to try low FODMAP. We'll walk them through it, bring foods back, look at the stress side, and keep you posted.
Send a referral through our Provider Referral form, fax (315) 988-1016, call (415) 993-1535 or email hello@theharvestmethod.com. We reach out to your patient within 48 hours, and you get a care summary after their first session.
FAQs: Dietitian for IBS That Takes Insurance
Insurance often covers a dietitian for IBS, but it depends on your plan, and we cannot guarantee your coverage. It is your responsibility to know what is covered. We're in network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and Curative, and with Oscar in New York only. Before your first visit, we run a benefits check, but it isn't a guarantee of coverage or cost. Please also call your insurance yourself, ask about CPT 97802 and 97803 by telehealth, and get your own reference number. If what you hear is different from what we sent you, tell us before your first visit.
Yes, a dietitian can help with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Our dietitians look at what you eat, when you eat, how you sleep and how stress shows up in your gut, then help you find the patterns behind your symptoms. That can include a short-term elimination approach like low FODMAP, done carefully and with a plan to bring foods back, along with fiber, hydration and meal timing. We work alongside your doctor or GI specialist, and we keep the plan as flexible as possible, especially if you have a history of restrictive eating.
No, low FODMAP doesn't cure IBS. It's a short-term way to manage symptoms and learn what your gut reacts to. Staying on it too long, cutting many foods and fibers, can leave you depleted. That's why we always pair it with reintroduction, and why we look at sleep, stress, the nervous system and digestion together.
Low FODMAP with a history of an eating disorder needs care, and it shouldn't be done alone or from a list, because cutting foods out can pull you back toward restriction. Our dietitians are experienced, and often certified, in eating disorders. They shape the plan around your history, keep it as flexible as possible, start with foods that feel safe and expand from there. If a full elimination phase isn't right for you, your dietitian finds another way in.
Yes, stress can bring on IBS symptoms. Your gut and your nervous system are in constant conversation, and stress is inflammatory. That's why our IBS care looks at stress, sleep and your nervous system alongside what you eat, and why we teach skills for calming your stress response, not only food changes.
Yes, you can see a dietitian for IBS online. All of our sessions are telehealth. Our 15 registered dietitians see patients who live in Alabama, California, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Missouri, Nevada, New York, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Washington, plus Washington, D.C. We have early mornings, evenings and weekends.
You don't need a referral to see a dietitian for IBS with us. You can book a free intro call yourself. Some insurance plans do require a referral or prior authorization for dietitian visits, so ask when you call your insurance. GI offices and other providers can also refer patients to us directly.
Meet the team
Meet Our Dietitians
Anya Kenina, RDN, LD
Registered Dietitian specializing in disordered eating, digestive health, and a non-diet approach to nutrition.
Christina Vrontikis, RD, CDN, LDN
Registered dietitian passionate about personalized, sustainable wellness through nutrition.
Daphnne Balizan, MS, RD, LD, CDCES
A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist who provides personalized, weight-neutral care rooted in disease prevention and a positive relationship with food.
Giedre Astrauskas, RD, CEDS, IFNCP
Registered dietitian specializing in eating disorders and mental health.
Kelly Dindial, MS, RD, LD
A registered dietitian who blends rare clinical breadth with warm, whole-person care — helping clients rebuild food freedom and body trust.
Kelly Zinnoury, MS, RDN, CDN
A Registered Dietitian with a global perspective, providing individualized, evidence-based nutrition care that is practical and supportive.
Kristen Noriega, MS, RDN, LD, IFNCP
Registered dietitian specializing in women’s health, metabolic wellness, fertility, hormone balance, and functional nutrition.
Lauren Ganim, MS, RD, CDN, NASM
Registered dietitian who approaches health through a whole-person lens.
Marcie Vaske, MS, LN
A Licensed Nutritionist with 15+ years of experience in personalized, root-cause nutrition care—combining evidence-based nutrition, functional medicine, and compassionate coaching to address the underlying causes of illness, not just symptoms.
Marissa Shahani, MS, RD, PhD
Marissa supports women's health with a holistic nutrition approach focused on hormone balance, fertility, postpartum wellness, and realistic family-centered behavior change.
Nicole Sohayegh, MS, RD, CDN, CLT
Registered dietitian passionate about sustainable, whole-body wellness and gut health.
Angela Peralta, CDN, LD
Holistic registered dietitian focused on gut health, hormone balance, and sustainable habits.
Ann Marie Mirabella, MS, RDN, PA-C
Registered dietitian and licensed physician assistant with over two decades of experience in clinical nutrition and patient care.