Medical Nutrition Therapy - Mayo Clinic Health System
Dietitian/Nutrition Services • Edgartown, MA • Multiple locations locations
About
Summary: - Mayo Clinic Health System is a nonprofit network of clinics and hospitals serving Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, with virtual care options available 24/7. - It operates under the Mayo Clinic brand, providing a broad range of specialties and care close to home, including pediatric and adult services. - The system employs about 2,102 people and reports ~$27.9 million in annual revenue, with headquarters in Rochester, MN. - Key locations include multiple clinics/hospitals across 17 offices in the U.S., including Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa, plus international affiliations. - Notable leadership roles include Chief Nursing Officers and Medical Directors across various departments. Note: The provided page appears to describe Mayo Clinic Health System in general, not a specific “Edgartown” location or a page specifically titled Medical Nutrition Therapy for Edgartown. If you need details on Medical Nutrition Therapy services at Mayo Clinic Health System in Edgartown (if applicable), I can search for a page specific to that location or program and summarize that.
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Dietitian/Nutrition Services
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM (as listed for locations)
Emergency Care
Emergency Department hours Open 24 hours at some locations (per location details); not consistently specified for Medical Nutrition Therapy locations
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FAQs
What is medical nutrition therapy?
A specialized area of nutrition involving education and intervention to manage health conditions with personalized nutrition plans.
Is a referral required for medical nutrition therapy?
Yes, a referral is required. Talk with your primary care provider to determine if medical nutrition therapy is right for you and to arrange a referral.
Do you accept insurance?
Insurance coverage may vary; many plans cover medical nutrition therapy with a provider referral.
Will insurance cover the cost of medical nutrition therapy?
Insurance coverage may vary. Many plans cover medical nutrition therapy with a provider referral. Medicare Part B (medical insurance) covers medical nutrition therapy services for people with diabetes or kidney disease, or if you underwent a kidney transplant in the last 36 months. Contact your insurance carrier for coverage details. Our Patient Account Services team can answer any questions you have about billing and insurance.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Yelp and Birdeye for Mayo Clinic Health System (general): Ranged from approximately 1.7 to 2.1 on Yelp for various locations (Varies by location, e.g., 188 reviews for Red Wing, 18 for La Crosse)
Patients praise
- Appreciation for lifesaving care and effective diagnostic exams
- Positive experiences with individual providers who were attentive and kind
- Instances of successful billing assistance and financial support
Common complaints
- Reports of poor communication and unresponsiveness from providers
- Dissatisfaction with patient portal follow-up
- Instances of perceived medical negligence or inadequate care assessments
- Frustration with organizational policy changes affecting care access
"I strongly advise anyone considering Jennifer E Lindquist to look elsewhere for a provider who will actually follow through and communicate. Highly not recommended."
— LocalityBiz review for Mayo Clinic Health System in Barron, WI"Recieved excellent ER care and was pleasantly surprised when I called to pay my bill that they had given me a "charitable write-off"... Great care and phenomenal ethics."
— Birdeye review for Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing, MNSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- The Power of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) - Diabetes Education Services — Dec 10, 2025
- Food as Medicine: How Medicare Covers Medical Nutrition Therapy — Oct 20, 2025
- Tomorrow's Cure: Obesity, behavior and the heart - Mayo Clinic News Network — Feb 4, 2026
- Medical Nutrition Therapy: A critical tool in modern patient care | College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences — Apr 17, 2026
- Medical Nutrition Therapy Services: Coding and Billing Guidance - Community First Health Plans — Apr 28, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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