Food as Medicine: A Deep Dive Into Reimbursement
May 20, 2025 | Source: The National Law Review | by Mary Moll Alexandre, Stephen W. Bernstein , Debra Curtis, Amanda Enyeart, Jayda Greco, and Dexter Golinghorst of McDermott Will & Emery
The topic of “food as medicine” has gained increased attention recently, driven by a growing recognition of the role nutrition plays in preventing and managing chronic diseases. This article provides a high-level overview of the evolving food as medicine landscape and highlights key players, incentives, and regulatory challenges. It delves into how both governmental and private sources fund and reimburse these initiatives with a goal of integrating nutrition into healthcare for improved health outcomes.