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- How do I schedule an appointment?
Call or email to schedule. Click here for
contact information. Please specify: 1) If you'd prefer an in-office or telehealth appointment, 2) Your available dates and times, and 3) If you'll be using health insurance (for nutrition appointments only). If using insurance, include your insurance provider, spelling of your name and birth date. Expect to receive a response within 48 hours unless it is a weekend or holiday.
- When are appointments available?
Day time and early evening appointments are available Monday through Friday, or
by special arrangement. Appointments can typically be scheduled within 2-3 weeks of initial contact. Note: More flexible scheduling is available for telehealth appointments.
- Will my health insurance will cover
my nutrition
appointment?
You have two choices: 1) Call your insurance provider to see if they
will
reimburse for nutrition counseling, or 2) If your provider is Premera,
Regence,
First Choice, Kaiser, Cigna, United Healthcare or Aetna, call Sheri (206) 789-6440, she can check
your coverage. When leaving a message, please include: name of insurance provider, ID number (include alpha prefix, if applicable), spelling of your name, birth date, and if there are any medical conditions. Please don't email this information, as it's more secure to leave a voice message.
- What
can I expect in the Initial Nutrition Appointment?
Allot 60 -90 minutes for the initial appointment. A health history will be taken based on your current health, family
medical
history, recent lab results; food preferences and aversions are also
discussed. Mutual goals are set
and prioritized. Follow-up appointments are usually 30 - 60 minutes.
- How
should I prepare for the initial nutrition appointment?
Journal your food intake for a minimum of two days, a day that you work and
a non-work
day if your diet varies on those days. Bring this food journal, along
with a list of
medications, supplements and any recent lab reports to the initial
appointment. You may also bring your medications and supplements to the appointment.
These instructions will be reviewed with you when you schedule an
appointment. Other necessary client forms can be located here.
- What can a nutritionist do for
me?
A nutritionist can help balance your diet to ensure that you are
getting
the right combination of vitamins and minerals to meet your health
needs.
If you have chronic conditions such as headaches, skin rashes, energy
fluctuations,
emotional swings, decreased immunity and other symptoms; they may be
addressed
through healthy nutrition. Calorie levels are provided to match your
activity level and weight goals. Health coaching is incorporated into all appointments. Depending on interest, exercise recommendations can be provided too.
- Do you help
with meal planning?
Yes, sometimes you just need some fresh ideas to get on track. This is
especially
helpful for special diets or food allergies and sensitivities.
- Do you customize
recommendations for each person?
All recommendations are customized for each individual based upon the
information collected at the initial appointment and adjusted as needed
during the
follow-up appointments.
- Where can I take a grocery store
tour?
Grocery store tours are available at the store of your choice within
the Seattle area.
- How do I prepare for the first personal training appointment?
Please print and fill in the following form to the best of your ability - health history and release form. We will review this form together. You are encouraged to complete this form, and fax or email to Sheri in advance of the first appointment. Please come dressed to move, wearing comfortable clothing and supportive closed toe shoes.
- What is your cancellation
policy?
Please give 48 hours notice if you cannot keep a scheduled appointment
or you will
be charged for the appointment. Once an appointment has been scheduled,
this time has specifically been
reserved for you. Your consideration will be appreciated.
- Do you accept credit
card payments?
Now accepting credit card payments with a preference for cash or check, use to pay for
appointments, copays, coinsurance and supplements. Please make checks payable to "Sheri K Mar".
- Are there any special
discounts?
Yes, a 15% discount on individual appointments is provided for seniors
(60 and older), employees of the Bayview Retirement Community and Ballard Central Chiropractic.
However, the packages provide the best savings. No further
discounts will be
applied when purchasing a package as they are already
discounted.
For more
information about nutrition counseling package deals click here, for personal training package deals click here
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