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HMO nutrition educators: qualifications and roles.

J A Wegman, R J Dunn, C F Coleman

    Journal of the American Dietetic Association
    |September 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    Registered dietitians are increasingly providing nutrition education in Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs). This survey highlights their qualifications and growing presence, indicating a need for continued development of nutrition care within HMOs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Health Services Research
    • Nutrition Science
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) are evolving healthcare systems.
    • Nutrition services within HMOs have not been explicitly defined by regulations.
    • The role of nutrition professionals in managed care settings is of growing interest.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To survey the current landscape of nutrition services within HMOs.
    • To identify the qualifications and employment status of nutrition professionals in HMOs.
    • To assess the growth and duration of nutrition services in HMOs.

    Main Methods:

    • A survey was conducted among Health Maintenance Organizations.
    • Data collected focused on the professionals providing nutrition education.
    • Information gathered included qualifications, years of service, and employment type.

    Main Results:

    • 60% of nutrition educators in HMOs were nutritionists/dietitians.
    • 32% of registered dietitians held advanced degrees.
    • 67% of nutrition educators worked in HMOs with 30,000 members or less.
    • 77% of nutritionists were staff members, not consultants.

    Conclusions:

    • Nutritionists/dietitians are the primary providers of nutrition education in HMOs.
    • The presence and experience of nutrition professionals in HMOs indicate a growing trend.
    • There is a clear need to further develop and integrate comprehensive nutrition care within the HMO framework.

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