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How does UMP cover nutrition therapy?
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A maximum of two hours of medical nutrition counseling services are covered when prescribed by an approved provider type for treatment of a covered condition.

Nutrition counseling for weight loss is not covered.

Medical nutrition therapy (formula) is covered only when:

  • Prescribed for the treatment of a congenital metabolic disorder (such as phenylketonuria [PKU]);
  • Specialized formulas have been established as effective in treating the disorder; and
  • Treatment is prescribed by a network provider.

See also "How does UMP cover diabetes education services?" for enrollees diagnosed with diabetes.


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The Certificate of Coverage (COC) is the source of coverage provisions offered under UMP. If information given here is inconsistent with the UMP COC, the rules in the COC will apply. Also, the COC may have additional information on this subject.

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