Establishing a Practice: A Checklist for Pediatric Registered Dietitians

Are you a pediatric RD ready to start your own private practice—but overwhelmed by where to begin?

This comprehensive, easy-to-follow startup checklist is designed specifically for dietitians launching a pediatric nutrition practice, especially those planning to accept insurance. Created by a practicing pediatric RD, this guide walks you through the essential steps—from business formation to forms, HIPAA compliance, and credentialing.

What’s Inside:

• Step-by-step checklist across 3 phases:
• Business Structure
• Practice Set-Up
• Insurance Credentialing
• Must-have forms list for pediatrics (with resources on where to find templates)
• Sample Referral Form, Practice Policies and Unaccompanied Minor Consent
• Links to trusted resources for billing, HIPAA, Telehealth, and more

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to streamline your current workflow, this checklist will save you hours of research and help you build your practice with confidence.