how do i start the process of working with nicole baker nutrition llc?

Easy! Fill out the form on my website and I will then reach out to you via phone call or email to schedule a free 15-minute discovery call. During this call we will discuss the details of why you are seeking nutrition counseling, what you’re looking to achieve by meeting with me, and whether or not I think we’d be a good fit when it comes to working together.

What does working with Nicole Baker Nutrition LLC look like?

In general, working with Nicole Baker Nutrition LLC will be broken down into 3 steps. A breakdown of each step is shown below.

Step 1: Fill out the Intake Paperwork
Before scheduling your session I will ask you to fill out the necessary intake paperwork that is needed for our session. Documents will be sent via my HIPAA-compliant EMR system (Healthie Inc. for those that are curious). The purpose of this paperwork is to gather pertinent nutrition-related information that will allow me to better serve you during our session. A financial agreement will also be included in the intake paperwork.

Step 2: Initial Consultation
Once the intake paperwork has been reviewed and all pertinent history is obtained we will then move on to conduct the initial consultation. During this 60-75 minute appointment we will dive deeper into your health history, discuss your historical AND current dietary habits, discuss your goals, and work in conjunction to come up with a plan to improve your overall health and wellness.

Step 3: Follow-up 1:1 sessions
If you feel that you would benefit from an additional session with me you have the option to schedule a follow-up session. Follow-up sessions range from 30-60 minutes.

can I book an in-person session?

No. Nicole Baker Nutrition LLC is only offering virtual nutrition counseling (via a HIPAA-compliant EMR system) at this time.

What methods of payment does nicole baker nutrition llc accept?

Cash, check, credit, debit, HSA, or FSA. Direct billing with Medicare, United Healthcare, Aetna, and BCBS coming soon!

What Insurance is Nicole Baker nutrition llc in-network with?

Nicole Baker Nutrition LLC is currently in-network with Medicare, BCBS of Michigan, Aetna, and United Healthcare.

What questions can i ask my insurance provider to determine if i am covered or not?

You should check insurance coverage before your scheduled appointment. Even if you have an excellent insurance policy it does not mean you have coverage for the nutritional services that you are looking for.

To verify your nutrition coverage, call the 800 number on the back of your insurance card and ask to speak with a representative from member services.

First, you want to confirm that we are in your insurance network by telling the insurance agent that the provider is Nicole Baker (Type 1 NPI # 1407600638 & Type 2 NPI # 1396573788).

To start, ask “do I have nutrition services on my current insurance policy?” If yes, then ask the following questions:

What is the specific coverage for CPT codes 97802 and 97803?

Is ICD10 Code Z71.3 covered?

Does my plan cover telehealth services?

Does my plan require a MD referral?

How many Medical MNT telehealth visits do I have per calendar year?

What is considered a calendar year for my current policy?

Do I have a deductible for nutrition services? If so, have I met my deductible?

Do I have a co-pay or co-insurance for nutritional counseling?

What is the reference number for the call?

***Please note the reference number for the call. If there is an issue with billing, this reference number can be used to clarify any mistakes with your insurance provider.

What should I do if my insurance does not cover a session with nicole baker nutrition llc?

For those that are out-of-network please note that Nicole Baker Nutrition LLC does happily accept private-cash-paying clients. Accepted methods of payment include cash, check, credit, debit, HSA, or FSA. It should also be noted that Nicole Baker Nutrition LLC can provide you with a super-bill (a receipt of services rendered) to submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement.

What Should I do if I am out-of-network AND unable to afford private pay rates?

Don’t hesitate to reach out to discuss sliding-scale payment options as Nicole Baker Nutrition LLC wants to ensure that everybody has access to nutrition counseling services!