Questions, Policies & Rates

 
 

Your Questions, Answered with Care

  • Established in 2015, Nourishing NH is a weight-inclusive private practice in New Hampshire that specializes in treating eating disorders and disordered eating. We provide trauma-informed care to individuals in all body sizes, focusing on healing relationships with food without promoting weight loss.

    Nourishing NH is owned by Hope Hayes, a certified eating disorder registered dietitian-nutritionist, IAEDP-approved supervisor, and nutrition therapist.

  • "Health at Every Size®" (HAES®) is a framework that promotes respect for body diversity and emphasizes health behaviors over weight loss. We believe health is defined differently for each person and strive to support your unique health journey.

  • Nourishing NH follows a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach. We do not prescribe weight loss and do not believe that weight is an indicator of health. Instead, we support people in identifying their unique health goals and focus on the relationship they have with food and their body. We use Medical Nutrition Therapy in supporting our clients' nutrition concerns.

  • Nourishing NH follows trauma-informed principles, including clear communication, predictability, consistency, autonomy, cultural awareness, trustworthiness, and integrity. These principles guide our care to create a safe and supportive environment.

  • "Nutritionist” isn’t a regulated term - meaning pretty much anyone can use it. Our clinicians are registered dietitian nutritionists, and we sometimes use the term "nutritionists" for those who are unsure of the difference. All of our dietitian nutritionists have all completed a degree, an internship and are board certified in order to provide you with the best care possible.  

  • Of course you can! Please use the contact us inquiry page and just let Danielle, our clinical coordinator know.

  • During a session, we may explore your relationship with food, body image, and possibly relationship with exercise. Using medical nutrition therapy, we support folks in identifying meaningful ways to improve their health and nutrition. 

  • NNH accepts Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim, United Health Care, Aetna, Health Plans Inc and Cigna commercial insurances. 


    • Please call member services on the back of your card.

    • Does my plan cover outpatient nutrition counseling, also known as Medical Nutrition Therapy? YES/NO

    • Does it cover CPT code 97802 (initial appt)?

    • Does it cover CPT code 97803 (follow up appt)?

    • Does it cover CPT code 99404?

    • How many sessions are allowed?

    • Do I have a deductible to meet first? YES/NO

    • If yes, how much is that?

    • Do I have preventative benefits for in person and telehealth?

    • Do I need a physician referral? YES/NO

    • What is my co-pay for outpatient nutrition counseling?

    • Please get a reference number for this call.

    *If you need a physician referral this must be done at least 1 week prior to our session and please fax to 603-956-3062.

    *Nourishing NH, LLC is not responsible for billed sessions that are denied due to lack or referral or expired referral.

    *If you have Harvard Pilgrim, we will need a physician’s order instead of a referral.


  • If we do not accept your insurance, you may pay with a credit card or FSA/HSA card.

    We can issue you a Super Bill, which you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement purposes. You will have to call member services on the back of your card in order to know what reimbursement looks like for your individual plan.

    Private Pay as of September 2024 for in person and virtual appointments:

    Our fee for an initial appointment is $195 for 75-90 minutes.

    Our fee for follow up appointments is $135 for 50 minutes.

    We do offer a sliding scale. Please email Hope Hayes (Hope@nnhllc.com) to set that up.

  • We require 24 hours' notice for any cancellations or changes to your appointment.

    Clients who provide less than 24 hours' notice, or miss their appointment, will be charged $100.

    We understand that illness or emergencies arise and can waive the fee if you reschedule within 7 days.

    All no-shows are charged $100.

  • At Nourishing NH, we're here to support you on your health journey. To get started, you have a few options for reaching out: