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Exposing the Algorithm: Mental Health Parity in the Spotlight
Recent investigations by ProPublica revealed how UnitedHealth’s algorithms denied mental health care claims, a practice ruled illegal in...
Non-Quantitative Treatment Limitations (NQTLs) and the Mental Health Parity Act: What In-Network Private Practices Need to Know
Navigating insurance as a mental health provider means facing a range of regulations, standards, and limitations—some clearer than...
Ways You Leave Money on the Table: A Comprehensive Guide for Therapists
Operating a successful private practice involves more than providing exceptional care to clients; it also requires managing the financial...
Understanding Non-Covered Service Denials: What They Mean, Common Causes, and Solutions for Providers
In the complex world of healthcare billing, managing denials is one of the most challenging tasks for any provider, especially in mental...
End of Year Housekeeping: Best Practices for Verifying Benefits and Managing Patient Credits in Your Practice
As we approach the end of the calendar year, verifying a client’s benefits for out-of-pocket (OOP) maximums is essential to ending the...
Ghost Networks: What They Mean for Private Practices and Their Clients
The term “ghost network” has been buzzing in healthcare circles, but many people are unfamiliar with what it means or why it’s such a...
Denials: The Hidden Industry and How Practice Solutions Fights for You
Insurance billing is often one of the most complex and frustrating aspects of running a practice in mental health care. Many therapists,...
Rising Health Insurance Premiums vs. Mental Health Practices: Finding Solutions to Stay Sustainable
In 2024, a brand-new Toyota Corolla costs $23,500. The average annual premium for employer-sponsored family health insurance coverage is...
Integrating Psychological Testing Into Your Practice: Best Practices for Billing
Expanding your mental health practice to include psychological testing can significantly enhance your services, helping improve patient...
The Importance of Timely Payment Posting for Revenue Cycle Optimization
Mental health providers face unique challenges, particularly when managing payment posting processes. Timely payment posting is vital to...
