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Shirley Whiteman, CNS

CNS

Nutritionist

Whiteman Nutrition & Dietetics

9801 GEORGIA AVE, SUITE 341, Silver Spring, MD 20902(301) 592-833320 years practicing
93/100
Top Established
NPI1063458537

Is Shirley Whiteman, CNS a Good Nutritionist?

Shirley Whiteman, CNS has a trust score of 93/100 — placing them in the top tier of verified nutritionists in Silver Spring, MD. With 20 years of practice, they are among the most experienced nutritionists in the area — well above the local average of 9 years.

The most important verification step for any nutritionist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Whiteman's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What to Expect & Cost

A first visit with Shirley Whiteman, CNS typically runs 45–90 minutes and covers your health history, current eating patterns, lab work, and goals. Follow-up sessions are usually 30–45 minutes. As a nutritionist focus, expect guidance tailored to that area.

Self-pay rates for a registered dietitian nutritionist generally range from $100–$200 for an initial assessment and $60–$120 per follow-up, varying by region and specialty. Many visits are covered by insurance as Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) — especially for diabetes, kidney disease, and other diagnoses — often with little or no out-of-pocket cost.

These are general ranges, not Shirley Whiteman, CNS's published prices. Confirm fees and coverage directly with the practice.

Before Your First Appointment

  • Check MNT coverage — call your insurer and ask whether medical nutrition therapy is covered for your diagnosis, and how many visits per year.
  • Ask about a referral — some plans require a physician referral before they'll cover a dietitian visit.
  • Bring recent lab results — bloodwork (A1C, cholesterol, kidney panel) helps the dietitian tailor a plan from day one.
  • Keep a 3-day food log — a short record of what you eat makes the first session far more productive.
  • Confirm the credential — an RD or RDN has completed accredited training and a national exam; "nutritionist" alone is unregulated in some states.

Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Peer Comparison

20

Years practicing

9

Avg in Silver Spring

57

nutritionists in Silver Spring

CNS

Credential

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Maryland Board of Dietetic Practice, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Whiteman's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Nutritionist
Credential
CNS
Gender
Female
NPI Since
06/21/2006

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