Megan Cleveland is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Nutritionist within the Avera Health System. She specializes in dietary management for chronic conditions, diabetes education, and clinical nutrition support for inpatient recovery.
1. Identification & Government Verification (NPI)
The National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique identification number used for clinical verification and medical insurance billing in the United States:
- NPI Number: 1568853744
- Status: Active
- Taxonomy: Dietitian, Registered
- Official Verification (NPPES): NPI Registry – Megan Cleveland
2. Board Certifications & Licensure
- RD (Registered Dietitian): Credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). This is the highest professional standard for nutritionists in the U.S., requiring formal accredited education and passing a rigorous national examination.
- LN (Licensed Nutritionist): Legally licensed to practice by the South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners.
- Specialized Expertise: Advanced training in Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for patients at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital.
3. Education & Professional Training
- Academic Credentials: Graduated with a degree in Dietetics from South Dakota State University (SDSU).
- Clinical Internship: Successfully completed a supervised dietetic internship meeting the rigorous standards of the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) prior to obtaining RD certification.
4. Clinical Specialization & Scope of Treatment
Megan Cleveland focuses on designing personalized nutritional pathways:
- Diabetes Management: Developing glycemic control meal plans for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
- Cardiovascular Nutrition: Providing dietary consultations to reduce cholesterol and stabilize blood pressure.
- Oncology Nutrition: Supporting patients in maintaining weight and physical strength during chemotherapy and radiation treatments.
- Inpatient Nutrition: Ensuring specialized dietary protocols for patients undergoing treatment at Avera hospitals.
5. Digital Authority & Verification Links
As a Registered Dietitian (RD), Megan typically does not appear on Doximity or Healthgrades (platforms prioritized for MDs/DOs). However, her credentials can be verified through the following official channels:
- Official Avera Profile: Megan Cleveland – Avera Health (Available via Clinical Nutrition directory).
- RD Credential Verification: CDR Verify (Search required: Megan Cleveland).
6. Publications & Public Health Contributions
Megan Cleveland focuses primarily on community education and clinical practice. She frequently contributes expert articles to Avera’s health newsletters on topics such as:
- “Proper Nutrition for the Prevention of Chronic Diseases.”
- “Healthy Eating Tips for Families During the Holidays.”
- Active participation in Avera Sacred Heart community outreach programs to raise awareness about food safety and clean eating.