What is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Nutritionist or Dietitian: What’s the Difference?

In the state of Colorado, anyone can use the title of nutritionist, nutrition counselor or nutrition advisor regardless of education and credentials. On the other hand, a registered dietitian and registered dietetic technician are required to meet specific educational and professional standards.

What is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)?

An RDN is an expert in food and nutrition who:

has a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nutrition
has completed an internship or professional experience
has passed a national registration exam
participates in continuing education

What is a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR)?

A DTR is a qualified nutrition technician who:

has completed a minimum of a two-year dietetic technician program
has passed a national registration exam
participates in continuing education

RDNs and DTRs work in:

hospitals and health care facilities
schools and universities
government and community agencies
business and industry
private practice settings

Colorado has five universities/colleges that offer accredited nutrition programs:

Colorado State University
Metropolitan State University of Denver
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
University of Northern Colorado
Johnson & Wales University

may

05may1:00 pm2:30 pmWEBINAR - Telehealth during COVID

12may11:00 am12:00 pmWEBINAR: Telehealth – Understanding the Steps to Success

Event Details

Indians in Nutrition and Dietetics Member Interest Group (IND MIG) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academy) is pleased to invite you to attend this webinar. Please share this announcement with your members, friends and on social media. Kindly register for this event as soon as possible as space is limited.

Webinar Title: Telehealth – Understanding the Steps to Success
Speaker: Dee Pratt, RDN, LDN
Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Time: 1:00 pm EDT / 12:00 pm CDT / 11:00 am MDT / 10:00 am PDT

India–Please adjust the time internationally
Registration LINK: (REGISTRATION DEADLINE MAY 10) https://eatright.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=eatright&service=6

Registration is FREE
• This session will be presented using VOIP. A phone number will not be available.
• 1 Free CPEU Credit will be earned for live attendance.
• The webinar will be recorded and posted to the IND MIG website for later viewing. Slides and recording will be sent to all registrants.
Objectives
Attendees will know:
1. To learn the steps to providing Tele-Nutrition in various settings
2. To understand some of the various payment models and how the parity laws can affect third party reimbursement for Tele-Nutrition services
3. To understand requirements such as equipment, license, insurance, etc. when seeing patients via Telehealth
4. To understand the “Do’s and Don’ts for making your session successful
Learning Need Codes: 4010, 4020, 7070, 7170
Performance Indicators: 9.4.5, 9.4.6, 10.1, 10.2
CPE Level I or II
Session Summary:
The webinar is designed for dietitians that are interested in starting a telenutrition program in their facility whether private practice, a rural health clinic, hospital or other facility. The information will be appropriate for those new to tele-health/tele-nutrition or to those with a general understanding but have never set up a program on their own. Insurance reimbursement will be discussed along with codes and other relevant information to help you become successful in providing telehealth and
getting reimbursed for your services. Also included will be a discussion of good policies and good ethics for improved communication with your patients.
Speaker Bio:
Dee Pratt received her B.S. Degree from the University of TN and completed her Traineeship at Methodist Health Care in Memphis, TN. She is past President of the Memphis Area Nutrition Council, the Memphis Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and the TN Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Dee served seven years as the Chair of the TN Licensure Board for Dietitian Nutritionists. She is a past recipient of the TN Outstanding Dietitian of the Year award and three-time recipient of the Memphis Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics award. In 2018, Dee was a recipient of the prestigious Medallion Award presented by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She has served on numerous committees and work groups including the Peer Network for Nutrition Care Process, the Standardized Language Committee, and presently serves on the Nutrition Care Process (NCP ) Advisory Work group. She was the first dietitian to be selected to serve as a member of Cahaba Government Services POE advisory board and now serves on the Palmetto Government Services POE. Dee also serves on the Advisory Committee for UT Martin Family and Consumer Sciences and volunteers her time lecturing the students and interns on NCP, private practice, reimbursement and telehealth. Dee is the President and co-owner of Dietitian Associates, Inc, a nutrition consulting and private practice firm in the Memphis area. She is a nationally recognized speaker for NCP and telenutrition and has led many of the successes in reimbursement issues in Tennessee.
Follow IND MIG
IND-MIG web address: https://ind.webauthor.com/
For Questions: IND@eatright.org
Thank you to IND MIG’s Year-Round Supporters!

Time

(Tuesday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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15mayAll DayMetabolic Syndrome Symposium - Virtual Webinar

Event Details

This program is designed to benefit Physicians, Diabetes Educators, Nurses,
Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants & Registered Dietitians.
There are no pre-requisites required for this course. To claim your certificate you must sign in, attend the seminar,
complete the activity evaluation and post-test and download your certificate of completion. Competencies addressed:
Patient Care; Medical Knowledge; Interpersonal & Communication Skills; Professionalism; System-Based Practice

TARGET AUDIENCE
• Apply guidelines pertaining to the screening and
assessment of the metabolic syndrome patient.
• Implement current diet and nutrition recommendations for
patients with the metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.
• Assess practical strategies for managing hypothyroidism in
the metabolic syndrome patient.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to bring together leaders in research and medicine with a
multidisciplinary group of healthcare practitioners from the Rocky Mountain Region.
The activity focuses on practical approaches to the metabolic syndrome and key related
clinical challenges. Its central purpose is to create enduring performance improvement
that generates compelling advances in patient care.
FORMAT
Program sessions integrate the most current scientific and clinical information and
incorporate case-based learning methods. A discussion period after each presentation
will be used to clarify and debate issues. Participants will also have the opportunity to
visit industry exhibits.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
These objectives support medical assessment and management with patient populations for physicians, nurses, diabetes
educators, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists and registered dietitians. As a result of participating in this
activity the learner will be able to:
• Compare therapeutic advances in the management of
atherosclerosis, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes, obesity and
related diseases centered on the metabolic syndrome.
• Integrate challenges and current recommendations
pertaining to the treatment of major depression.

EARLY REGISTRATION: $199
Discounted fee for those registered prior to April 03 April 30, 2020.
STANDARD REGISTRATION: $219
Standard fee applies to registrations postmarked after April 03
April 30, 2020.
ONSITE REGISTRATION: $239
Onsite fee applies to participants that register on the day of the event,
May 15, 2020.

Time

All Day (Friday)

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16junAll Day18Colorado School Nutrition Association Conference

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