Behavioral Health Billing
Expert billing for mental health and substance use disorder services.
Common Billing Challenges in Behavioral Health
Behavioral health billing is among the most complex in healthcare. Payer policies vary dramatically, documentation requirements are strict, and medical necessity denials are common. Without specialized billers, practices lose a significant portion of earned revenue.
Medical Necessity Denials
Payers frequently deny behavioral health claims citing inadequate medical necessity documentation.
Telehealth Billing Rules
Telehealth coverage and billing requirements for behavioral health vary by payer and change frequently.
Mental Health Parity
Many payers apply more restrictive criteria to behavioral health than to comparable medical services — a potential parity violation.
Group Therapy Billing
Group therapy requires different CPT codes and has specific documentation requirements that differ from individual sessions.