From Side Hustle to Six Figures: How Insurance Can Be Your Shortcut
It’s Amy P., The Reimbursement Dietitian, here to drop some truth: insurance isn’t the enemy—it’s your shortcut from side hustle mode to a six-figure insurance-based private practice.
After billing insurance since 2007, I’ve seen dietitians miss out on serious revenue because of fear, confusion, and lack of clarity.
Stop blaming insurance—it’s an untapped opportunity waiting to pay YOU.
Pro Tip: If you’re new here, check out my Guide to Starting an Insurance-Based Practice to get the foundation before diving in.
Why Insurance Isn’t Scary for Dietitians
Most RDs hear “insurance” and think:
❌ Confusing AF
❌ Bureaucracy hell
❌ Soul-sucking headache
Here’s the tea: it’s not insurance. The real problem is not understanding insurance billing for dietitians.
Claims denied? Payments delayed? Blaming Blue Cross won’t fix the knowledge gap.
The secret: Learn the rules, understand CPT codes, ICD-10 codes, preventive vs. medical MNT, and benefit verification—and insurance stops being scary.
Resource: Check out my Billing Cheat Sheet to level up your coding game.
What’s Possible When You Leverage Insurance
Imagine this:
✔ A manageable schedule
✔ Consistent payments—no more hoping clients Venmo you
✔ Patients can come as often as needed without stressing their wallets
✔ Scale your practice without burning out
While cash-based RDs hustle for random clients, you’re building a system that pays while you sleep.
💥 Insurance lets you work smarter, not harder. But let’s be real—you need to see patients 1:1. Two clients a week? Dreaming. Side hustle fantasies won’t make six figures.
Pro Tip: Learn how to maximize insurance reimbursements without losing your sanity.
Reframe Your Mindset: Stop Fear-Mongering
Success isn’t about knowing everything from day one.
It’s about:
✅ Seeing what’s possible
✅ Investing in yourself
✅ Taking action
Think of a practice that actually pays YOU for your expertise. Insurance lets you serve more clients, increase your impact, and finally see your value reflected in your bank account.
Related Video: Top Three Mistakes to Avoid in Your Insurance-Based Practice
Take Action: Grow Your Insurance-Based Practice
Remember:
- Insurance isn’t your enemy
- Fear is just an untapped opportunity
- You already have the skills to grow, scale, and make bank.
Ready to stop guessing and start seeing results? Check out my free YouTube resources on insurance billing for dietitians.
And if you want a step-by-step system to turn insurance into your six-figure shortcut, my Reimbursement Coaching Program will take you there.
💥 You’re skilled. You’re capable. Time to get paid like the boss RD you are.
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