Billing

Everything You Need to Know About Insurance Billing for Addiction Treatment in Pennsylvania 

If you’re running an addiction treatment center, IOP program or any type of behavioral health concern in Pennsylvania, you know that addiction treatment billing in Pennsylvania is anything but straightforward.

Understanding HCPCS and CPT Billing Codes for Addiction Treatment Detox : Inpatient, Residential, and Outpatient 

Let’s dive into the most common addiction treatment detox HCPCS and CPT codes, what they mean, and when to use them.

Understanding Medicaid Billing and Coverage for Addiction Treatment in Minnesota

Medicaid in Minnesota - also known as “Medical Assistance” - is a popular option for many people seeking treatment for Substance Use Disorder in the North Star State.

What Addiction Treatment Services Does Medicaid Cover in Colorado? 

Colorado’s Health First program has a very robust coverage map for for Medicaid patients seeking addiction treatment and behavioral health services in the state.

Understanding HCPCS and CPT Billing Codes for Outpatient Addiction Treatment: H0015, H2036, S0201, and S9480

The two most important codes to understand for IOP are H0015, alcohol and drug services IOP program, and S9480, Intensive outpatient psychiatric services, per diem.

Contingency Management May be Coming to an Addiction Treatment Center Near You

How does contingency management work? Why is it so controversial? What does the future of contingency management look like in the behavioral health field?

Comparing Behave Health and EHR Your Way for Addiction Treatment EHR Shoppers 

Comparing Behave Health and EHR Your Way and trying to decide which one is best fit for your addiction treatment or behavioral healthcare organization? 

Unlicensed and Dangerous? What the Growth of Recovery Coaching Means for the Addiction Treatment Community

There are no federal regulations around addiction treatment coaches, peer mentors or support specialists at this time.

Your Addiction Treatment Outcome Data Hinges on One Surprising Thing

What if we told you that your addiction treatment outcome data actually hinges on one thing?

Creative Ideas for Improving Addiction Treatment Accessibility Rates Capture the Imagination 

The answer to the addiction treatment accessibility problem seems obvious: simply make it easier for people who are suffering from SUD to access the care they need. The reality is not so simple. 

Addiction Treatment Parity Laws May Get an Update Soon - Here's What to Expect

Parity for addiction treatment and mental health care is the law of the land - in theory - but the execution of that reality has been shaky for years. That may soon change.

What is 'Meaningful Use' and ‘Interoperability?’ Why Does it Matter for Addiction Treatment EHR Users?

Let’s define “meaningful use” and “interoperability” and take a look at what these terms mean in a behavioral health context.

AthenaHealth Causes Big Problems for Behavioral Health Group Practices and Outpatient Programs

With all of AthenaHealth’s merits, there are some serious cons to this software for addiction treatment group practice and outpatient program owners.

TheraNest's Failure to Support Addiction & Mental Health Inpatient & Outpatient Facilities

TheraNest consistently receives high ratings for its functionality in solo and small group practice settings, but can it keep pace with the demands of larger group practices and outpatient programs?

SimplePractice: Not an Easy Fit for Group Practice or Outpatient Behavioral Health Providers

Growth minded addiction treatment organizations should understand the limitations of SimplePractice before committing to this EMR.

Therapy Notes is a Bad Fit for Group Practice and Outpatient Programs Looking for a Behavioral Health EMR

Therapy Notes may not be the best choice for your small solo or group practice if you have an eye on expanding in the future.

Medicaid Unwinding and State Behavioral Health in South Dakota, North Dakota, Alaska, Vermont, and Wyoming

Medicaid unwinding will affect behavioral health and addiction treatment patients in South Dakota, North Dakota, Alaska, Vermont, and Wyoming as early as April 2023.

Medicaid Unwinding and State Behavioral Health in West Virginia, Hawaii, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, and Delaware

The Medicaid unwinding process is making changes to the behavioral health landscape in West Virginia, Hawaii, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, and Delaware. 

Medicaid Unwinding and State Behavioral Health in Nevada, Arkansas, Mississippi, Kansas, New Mexico, Nebraska, and Idaho 

Today, let’s look at what the Medicaid unwinding process will look like specifically in Nevada, Arkansas, Mississippi, Kansas, New Mexico, Nebraska, and Idaho.