For Referring Providers

Evidence-Based Nutrition Care You Can Trust

Southwest Dietitian Group (SDG) partners with physicians and healthcare providers to deliver high-quality, evidence-based medical nutrition therapy for patients who need nutrition support as part of their care plan.

Our registered dietitians work collaboratively within the healthcare system to support patient outcomes, reduce care gaps, and improve long-term adherence.

Who We Are

SDG is a multi-state nutrition practice made up of registered dietitians nutritionists (RDNs) with advanced training in clinical nutrition and behavior change.

Our dietitians:
+ Hold master’s degrees in nutrition
+ Have completed supervised clinical training
+ Have passed national board examinations
+ Provide care aligned with medical standards and current evidence

Patients receive personalized nutrition care that complements — not replaces — medical treatment.

Women’s & Hormonal Health
(PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid disorders)

Mental Health & Eating Concerns
(emotional eating, disordered eating, anxiety, depression)

Specialized Nutrition Care
(sports nutrition, oncology, pediatrics, vegetarian/vegan)


Care plans are individualized and adjusted in collaboration with the broader healthcare team.

Weight & Metabolic Health
(weight loss, weight gain, GLP-1 support, insulin resistance)

Diabetes & Blood Sugar
(prediabetes, type 1 & type 2 diabetes)

Heart & Cardiovascular Health
(blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides)

Digestive & Gut Health
(IBS, SIBO/SIFO, constipation, food sensitivities)


Weight & Metabolic Health
(weight loss, weight gain, GLP-1 support, insulin resistance)

Diabetes & Blood Sugar
(prediabetes, type 1 & type 2 diabetes)

Heart & Cardiovascular Health
(blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides)

Digestive & Gut Health
(IBS, SIBO/SIFO, constipation, food sensitivities)

Women’s & Hormonal Health
(PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid disorders)

Mental Health & Eating Concerns
(emotional eating, disordered eating, anxiety, depression)

Specialized Nutrition Care
(sports nutrition, oncology, pediatrics, vegetarian/vegan)

Care plans are individualized and adjusted in collaboration with the broader healthcare team.

What We Treat

Our administrative team verifies benefits prior to the initial visit and contacts the patient to review coverage and next steps.

With patient consent, our team coordinates care and communicates as appropriate to support treatment goals.

Should your physicians like Coordination of Care notes for the initial consultation, please indicate this on the referral.

Insurance Verification

Ongoing Collaboration

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Submit a Referral

Referrals may be faxed or provided directly to the patient.

Fax: (844) 218-4691
Phone: (602) 218-5278
Email: Hello@sdg.care

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HOW REFERRALS WORK

Referring a patient to SDG is simple.

SDG is in-network with many major insurance plans, including the following. Coverage varies by plan. Our team assists patients with benefit verification prior to care.

UnitedHealth Care
UMR
Surest
Aetna
GEHA
Meritain
Ameriben

CIGNA
Regence
Regence Group Administrators
Multiplan
PHCS
POA
First Health Network

Accepted Insurance Plans 

Insurance-Friendly Care

Banner
BlueCross BlueShield (Most State Plans Covered)
Anthem
Medicare (diabetes type 2 and end-stage kidney disease only)
Philadelphia American

We are licensed to see patients in the following states: 
Arizona, Utah, California, Oregon, Washington, Michigan, Colorado, Virginia, Illinois 

telehealth

GILBERT, ARIZONA
428 S. Gilbert Rd., Ste 106-2
Gilbert, AZ 85296

office location

Office location

PORTLAND, OREGON
2175 NW Raleigh St., Ste 110 Portland, OR, 97210

Locations & Telehealth

Southwest Dietitian Group provides nutrition care through a combination of in-person clinics and secure telehealth, allowing us to support clients across the country.

+ Evidence-based medical nutrition therapy
+ Insurance-friendly access for patients
+ Strong clinical standards and internal collaboration
+ Clear communication and care coordination
+ Focus on sustainable, long-term behavior change

Why Providers Refer to SDG

Questions or Referral Support?

Valerie, our office manager, is happy to answer questions or assist with referrals.

Phone: (602) 218-5278
Email: Hello@sdg.care
Fax: (844) 218-4691

Phone Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:30pm AZ/MST (Closed daily from 1:00–2:30pm)

Patient Hours: We see patients Monday through Saturday inclusive of evening hours.

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We support providers by addressing the nutrition, behavior, and lifestyle barriers that are difficult to navigate in limited visit time — helping patients achieve more sustainable outcomes.