Description
Dietitian services are those services prescribed by a physician that are necessary to maintain or improve the overall physical health of a recipient. The services include assessing the nutritional status and needs of a recipient; recommending an appropriate dietary regimen, nutrition support and nutrient intake; and providing counseling and education to the recipient, family, direct service staff and food service staff. The services may also include the development and oversight of nutritional care systems that promote a recipient’s optimal health.

Limitations
A recipient shall receive no more than 12 units of these services per day. A unit is defined as a 15-minute time period or portion thereof.

Note: The Florida Medicaid Durable Medical Equipment and Medical Supply Services
Coverage and Limitations Handbook is available on the Medicaid fiscal agent’s website.