Lifestyle Nutrition

Lifestyle Nutrition Packages

• Optimum Nutrition Package | Self-Pay

  Includes one 90-minute initial visit, five 45-minute follow up visits, 2 metabolism tests and six body composition scans. Available in-person only; locations in New Orleans or Covington.

  Initial 90-minute consult includes:

  • Body Gem test to measure Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR), the number of calories your body burns at rest in a 24-hour period
  • Body composition analysis via InBody, providing percent body fat, muscle mass, visceral fat, hydration and more
  • In-depth assessment of health history and current nutrition, exercise and lifestyle patterns
  • Comprehensive meal plan tailored to your individual needs and goals
  • Recipes that fit within your nutritional needs/goals

  Each 45-minute follow-up visits includes:

  • A body composition assessment and dietitian consult to evaluate progress to goals, successes, barriers and challenges
  • Final follow-up consult includes second resting metabolic test, along with a body composition assessment to gauge progress, establish new baseline and redefine wellness goals

  Self-pay price: $675

• 90/45 Nutrition Package | Self-Pay

  Includes a 90-minute initial consultation, one 45-minute follow-up visit, and a comprehensive meal plan tailored to your individual needs and goals. In-person or virtual available.

  Note: this package does not include metabolism testing or body composition scans

  Self-pay price: $325

• Additional A La Carte Options | Self-Pay

  • Metabolism testing: Using our Body Gem test to measure Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR), the number of calories your body burns at rest in a 24-hour period - $95
  • Body Composition Analysis via InBody providing percent body fat, muscle mass, visceral fat, and more. Must be added to a nutrition consultation. - $25
  • Additional Follow-up Visit: dietitian consult to evaluate progress towards goals, successes, barriers and challenges. Follow-ups can be in-person or virtual. - $75

• Insurance Nutrition Visit

  • We accept all insurance plans, but coverage may vary depending on the type of plan and diagnosis needed for nutrition counseling to be a covered benefit.
  • A doctor or advanced practitioner referral to nutrition services (REF50) or Lifestyle Nutrition (REF416A) is necessary for our preservice team to confirm coverage for the visit. 
  • The 90-minute initial visit includes an assessment of health history, current nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle patterns. Nutrition education will be in line with your diagnosis and goals.
  • Resources include: Macronutrient breakdown of calories, grams of protein and carbohydrates, Fueling on the Go guide, Brand Specific Shopping guide and Recipes in line with your nutritional goals.
  • Each follow up appointment is 45-minutes; the dietitian is able to evaluate progress towards your goals, successes and talk through barriers and challenges and create a plan to overcome them.

• Ochsner Employee Wellness Visit

  • This visit is specific to Ochsner Employees with Ochsner insurance Tier 1 or 2 insurance policies and all members on the plan. 
  • This visit is a 100% covered benefit; no diagnosis or doctor referral needed. 
  • The 60-minute visit includes an assessment of health history, current nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle patterns. Nutrition education will be in line with your diagnosis and goals.
  • Resources include: Nutrition and Wellness Guide, Fueling on the Go guide, Brand Specific Shopping guide and Meal Planning Guide Book
  • Receive 200 Pathway to Wellness Points after completing the visit and submitting the activity form to Pathway to Wellness
  • Additional follow ups are available for employees or plan members with a diagnosis of obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and /or hyperlipidemia.

• Policies

  Appointment Arrival Policy

  • To help us stay on schedule and provide the best care for all patients, please allow enough travel time to arrive for your appointment as scheduled.
  • If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, you may be asked to reschedule your appointment, depending on the dietitian's availability and schedule for that day.
  • We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us provide timely care to all patients.

  No-Show and Late Cancellation Policy

  • We understand that unexpected situations arise and plans can change. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, we kindly ask that you notify our office as soon as possible. Providing advance notice allows us the opportunity to offer that appointment time to another patient in need of nutrition services.
  • A no-show is defined as missing a scheduled appointment without notifying our office.
  • A late cancellation is defined as canceling an appointment within 24 hours of the scheduled appointment time.
  • After two occurrences of either a no-show or a late cancellation, you will forfeit scheduling privileges with the Lifestyle Nutrition dietitians.
  • To ensure appointment availability for all patients, we have implemented the following policy:Patients who reach this threshold will be referred to and scheduled with another dietitian within the Ochsner system for future nutrition services.
  • We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to provide timely access to care for all patients.
  • Thank you for helping us make the best use of available appointment times.

  Insurance Coverage and Billing Disclaimer

  • If you choose to bill your nutrition visit through your insurance, please be aware that our Pre-Service Department makes every effort to verify your benefits and obtain any required authorizations prior to your appointment. However, authorization or benefit verification does not guarantee that your insurance company will fully cover the cost of your visit.
  • We strongly encourage you to contact your insurance provider before your appointment to confirm your coverage, benefits, and any potential out-of-pocket costs associated with nutrition services.
  • Please note that any balance or charges not covered by your insurance company are ultimately the patient's responsibility, regardless of the authorization or verification status provided before the appointment.
  • We understand that billing concerns can be frustrating, and we want to work with you whenever possible. If you have questions about a bill or believe there may have been an error, please contact us at nutrition@ochsner.org. Our team will be happy to review your concerns and provide assistance. However, contacting our office does not guarantee that billing adjustments will be made.
  • Thank you for your understanding and for taking an active role in verifying your insurance benefits prior to your appointment.