Contract Renal Dietitian Services for Kidney Health

Support kidney health programs with credentialed contract dietitian services from Dietary Solutions. Our nationwide network helps healthcare organizations access registered dietitians for clinical nutrition coverage, care planning, documentation, compliance, and staffing continuity. With experienced operational leadership and 24/7 support, facilities can strengthen nutrition services while addressing hiring gaps, leave coverage, and changing patient or resident needs.

Dietitian reviewing a kidney-friendly nutrition care plan with a healthcare professional

Our Contract Renal Dietitian Services

Flexible dietitian staffing and consulting options help healthcare organizations maintain dependable clinical nutrition coverage.

Registered Dietitian

Place registered or licensed dietitians for clinical nutrition coverage, including nutrition assessments, care planning, documentation, audits, and compliance support.

Consultant Dietitians

Access vetted dietitians and nutrition professionals for interim or long-term assignments, with credential verification, facility training, and ongoing operational support.

Dietitian Staffing

Fill interim, permanent, or temp-to-hire dietitian roles through a process that includes interviews, references, credential checks, background checks, and competency evaluations.

Flexible Clinical Coverage

Reliable Nutrition Support For Kidney Care

Contract dietitian services help facilities maintain consistent nutrition support when hiring gaps, leave, or changing census needs affect operations. Dietary Solutions matches credentialed professionals to facility protocols and provides support from Regional Directors of Operations. Services can include nutrition assessments, individualized care planning, clinical documentation, kitchen audits, and regulatory support, helping organizations strengthen patient and resident nutrition programs.

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Trusted Operational Support

Nutrition Support In Action

See how experienced nutrition professionals help organizations maintain care quality, compliance, and service continuity.

"For over 15 years, Dietary Solutions has been incredibly accommodating, modifying its training and support plans to meet our specific location’s needs. On many occasions when we were in a pinch for dietitian coverage and/or in a survey crisis, Dietary Solutions has always found a way to help us through..."

Catherine C.

"Dietary Solutions has been a fantastic partner for our organization. They are incredibly responsive and have gone above and beyond to meet whatever needs we have. The quality of work produced by their employees is top notch."

Jeremy L.

"I have had the pleasure of working with the Registered Dietitians from Dietary Solutions for more than 10 years, and their service has consistently been exemplary. Their team is not only highly knowledgeable and professional, but also kind, compassionate, and dedicated to the individuals they serve. They bring a level..."

Shannon K.

"For over 15 years, Dietary Solutions has been incredibly accommodating, modifying its training and support plans to meet our specific location’s needs. On many occasions when we were in a pinch for dietitian coverage and/or in a survey crisis, Dietary Solutions has always found a way to help us through..."

Catherine C.

"Dietary Solutions has been a fantastic partner for our organization. They are incredibly responsive and have gone above and beyond to meet whatever needs we have. The quality of work produced by their employees is top notch."

Jeremy L.

"I have had the pleasure of working with the Registered Dietitians from Dietary Solutions for more than 10 years, and their service has consistently been exemplary. Their team is not only highly knowledgeable and professional, but also kind, compassionate, and dedicated to the individuals they serve. They bring a level..."

Shannon K.

"For over 15 years, Dietary Solutions has been incredibly accommodating, modifying its training and support plans to meet our specific location’s needs. On many occasions when we were in a pinch for dietitian coverage and/or in a survey crisis, Dietary Solutions has always found a way to help us through..."

Catherine C.

"Dietary Solutions has been a fantastic partner for our organization. They are incredibly responsive and have gone above and beyond to meet whatever needs we have. The quality of work produced by their employees is top notch."

Jeremy L.

"I have had the pleasure of working with the Registered Dietitians from Dietary Solutions for more than 10 years, and their service has consistently been exemplary. Their team is not only highly knowledgeable and professional, but also kind, compassionate, and dedicated to the individuals they serve. They bring a level..."

Shannon K.
The Dietary Solutions Difference

Why Choose Dietary Solutions?

Our people-first model combines credentialed professionals with practical operational support.

Credentialed Professionals

Assigned professionals undergo credential verification, background checks, and competency evaluations before placement.

Flexible Coverage

Choose interim, consultant, permanent, or temp-to-hire arrangements aligned with your organization’s needs.

Ongoing Support

Regional Directors provide mentorship, communication, and operational assistance beyond on-site coverage.

Proven Experience

More than 30 years of nutrition consulting and staffing experience support healthcare organizations nationwide.

Meet The Dietary Solutions Team

Experienced leaders support nutrition professionals and client organizations nationwide.

Portrait of Kay Lakhi, Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Kay Lakhi

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Kay Lakhi is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Dietary Solutions, bringing 25 years of dedicated experience as a community leader and wellness advocate. Her career has centered on advancing health and wellness services aimed at the treatment and prevention of chronic diseases, giving her deep insight into the challenges facing healthcare and long-term care organizations nationwide. As the visionary behind Dietary Solutions, Kay has built a people-first organization that connects skilled nutrition professionals with facilities across the country. Her leadership reflects a genuine commitment to improving patient and resident outcomes through personalized, compassionate care solutions. Kay's passion for wellness and her decades of community engagement continue to shape the company's mission of delivering real solutions and results that matter to every client and partner organization she serves.

Portrait of Ashwin Lakhi, Vice President of Security and Infrastructure

Ashwin Lakhi

Vice President of Security & Infrastructure

Ashwin Lakhi serves as Vice President of Security & Infrastructure at Dietary Solutions, where he oversees critical projects that support the organization's continued growth and operational stability. He applies innovative project management techniques and cross-collaboration strategies to enhance business efficiency across the company's nationwide network. His work ensures that Dietary Solutions maintains the infrastructure and security necessary to reliably serve healthcare, senior-care, and community nutrition clients across the United States. Ashwin's strategic approach to organizational development helps the company scale its services while maintaining high standards of operational integrity. His contributions are integral to the company's ability to deliver consistent, dependable support to the facilities and professionals it partners with every day.

Portrait of Melissa Baumbach, Vice President of Operations

Melissa Baumbach

Vice President of Operations

Melissa Baumbach is the Vice President of Operations at Dietary Solutions, leading customer service initiatives and personalized nutrition strategies for organizations nationwide. She brings specialized expertise in regulatory compliance, nutritional excellence, dining program development, and food cost management. Melissa is also well-versed in QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) and PDPM (Patient-Driven Payment Model), making her an invaluable resource for healthcare and long-term care facilities navigating complex regulatory environments. Her operational leadership ensures that clients receive tailored, effective nutrition and food service solutions that align with both compliance requirements and resident satisfaction goals. Melissa's commitment to operational excellence and her deep understanding of the industry's regulatory landscape make her a trusted partner for organizations seeking to improve their nutrition and dining programs.

Portrait of Denise Fedorek, Regional Director of Operations

Denise Fedorek

Regional Director of Operations

Denise Fedorek serves as a Regional Director of Operations for Dietary Solutions, bringing extensive experience as a nutrition and dietetics professional. Her background spans clinical nutrition, food service management, cost control, training, education, menu development, and gerontological nutrition. Denise plays a key role in providing regional leadership, mentorship, and facility-level support to organizations across the country, helping them maintain compliance while optimizing their nutrition and food service operations. Her comprehensive expertise allows her to address the diverse needs of skilled nursing centers, assisted living facilities, and other healthcare settings that rely on Dietary Solutions for consulting and staffing support. Denise's dedication to gerontological nutrition and resident-centered care reflects the company's core mission of delivering real solutions and meaningful results for every client she supports.

Portrait of Chauntel Horaney, Director of Human Resources

Chauntel Horaney

Director of Human Resources

Chauntel Horaney is the Director of Human Resources at Dietary Solutions, where she leads talent acquisition, onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives for the company's nationwide team. As a Certified Human Resources professional, she brings specialized expertise in organizational processes and employee experience, ensuring that Dietary Solutions attracts and retains top nutrition and dietary professionals. Chauntel's focus on building strong organizational foundations supports the company's ability to deliver consistent, high-quality staffing and consulting services to healthcare and community organizations across the United States. Her commitment to fostering a positive employee experience helps maintain the people-first culture that defines Dietary Solutions, ensuring that every team member is well-equipped to serve clients with professionalism and care.

Portrait of Marcy Cook, Regional Director of Operations

Marcy Cook

Regional Director of Operations

Marcy Cook serves as a Regional Director of Operations at Dietary Solutions, bringing extensive experience as a dietetics and post-acute care leader. She specializes in supporting regulatory compliance, client service, and professional education, all while prioritizing the health and well-being of residents and patients. Marcy's regional leadership provides essential mentorship and facility-level support to organizations across her service area, helping them navigate the complexities of nutrition and food service management in post-acute care settings. Her dedication to combining clinical expertise with operational excellence ensures that client facilities receive comprehensive support tailored to their unique needs. Marcy's contributions align closely with Dietary Solutions' mission of delivering real, people-first solutions that produce meaningful results for the communities and organizations she serves.

Portrait of Dawn Howard, Regional Director of Operations

Dawn Howard

Regional Director of Operations

Dawn Howard is a Regional Director of Operations at Dietary Solutions, bringing valuable experience as a nutrition and dietetics professional with a strong background in clinical nutrition and food service management. Her work is centered on gerontological nutrition and resident care, making her particularly well-suited to support skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care facilities across her region. Dawn provides critical regional leadership, mentorship, and operational support to help client organizations maintain compliance and deliver optimal nutrition outcomes for the residents and patients they serve. Her focus on resident-centered care reflects Dietary Solutions' broader commitment to empathy, collaboration, and authenticity in every service engagement, ensuring that facilities receive knowledgeable, compassionate support tailored to their specific operational and clinical needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Medicare pay for a renal dietitian?

Medicare coverage for registered dietitian services depends on the patient’s diagnosis, care setting, eligibility, referral requirements, and the specific service being provided. Medicare may cover medical nutrition therapy for qualifying conditions, but coverage rules do not automatically apply to every renal nutrition consultation. Patients and facilities should verify benefits with Medicare or their plan administrator before scheduling services.

What does a contract renal dietitian do?

Can Dietary Solutions provide a dietitian for temporary coverage?

Are contract dietitians credentialed before placement?

Which facilities can use contract dietitian services?

Can a facility hire a contract dietitian permanently?

What support is available after a dietitian is placed?

How does a facility request contract renal dietitian coverage?

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Nationwide Service Coverage

Dietary Solutions connects healthcare organizations across the United States with nutrition professionals and operational support.

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Credentials & Trust

Awards and Recognition

Certified Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition credential

Gerontological Nutrition

Specialized credential from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Certified registered dietitian support credential

ASPEN Dietitian Support

Certified registered dietitian support credential

ServSafe certified food service credential

ServSafe Certified

Food safety certification held by food service experts

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