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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Aetna Precertification for Addiction Treatment Billing

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When it comes to addiction treatment, Aetna uses the terms precertification and preauthorization interchangeably. Aetna may also refer to this concept as Authorization, Certification, Prior authorization, or Pre-service utilization review .

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What Anthem Inc's Level of Care Denial Rates Mean for Your Addiction Treatment Center's Billing Department

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Who is Anthem, Inc? What are their average denial rates and how do they compare to the industry average? What levels of care are most likely to be denied by Anthem, Inc? What can your addiction treatment center do to fight back against behavioral health care denials from Anthem, Inc?

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How to Quickly Appeal a Centene Corporation Health Addiction Treatment Claim Denial Using the Expedited Appeal Line

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Understanding how to request an expedited appeal from big addiction treatment insurance providers - like Centene Corporation - is a key component to advocating for SUD patients.


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How to Determine the Medical Necessity of Addiction Treatment Services for UnitedHealth Group, Inc

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Got questions about working with addiction treatment and UnitedHealth Group Inc when determining the medical necessity (or if treatment is medically necessary)? Here’s how it works.

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Mastering ASAM Criteria for Addiction Treatment | Behave

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Whether you refer to it as the “Six Dimensions,” The ASAM Criteria or simply a “biopsychosocial,” the ASAM Criteria has come to dominate the landscape of multidimensional assessment in the addiction treatment community.

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FAQ: Opening and Licensing an Addiction Treatment Center in Nebraska 

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Despite the challenges, Nebraska represents a strong opportunity for those looking to open an addiction treatment center. Here’s how certification, licensing, bed fees and state inspections work in Nebraska.

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Opening an Addiction Treatment Center in New Mexico? Here’s What You Need to Know.  

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Like most states in the US, New Mexico requires all “alcohol and drug abuse hospitals” to maintain a current license on file with the state.

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Opening an Addiction Treatment Center in Kansas: Low Fees and a Relatively Easy Process 

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In terms of “market demand,” there’s no question that Kansas needs new addiction treatment centers. Here’s how to open a rehab and get licensed in the state.


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Pros and Cons of Opening an Addiction Treatment Center in Mississippi

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Anyone looking to open an addiction treatment center in Mississippi has a big job ahead of them.


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Opening an Addiction Treatment Center in Arkansas? Here’s How to Get Started and Get Licensed

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It’s not terribly difficult to open a treatment center in Arkansas. The state’s licensing process is straight-forward and the Arkansas Office of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention (OADAP) makes it relatively easy to access information about how to get started.

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Opening an Addiction Treatment Center in Nevada Should be Easier. Here’s How to Complete the Process.

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Nevada is a state in desperate need of more licensed addiction treatment centers.

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Opening an Addiction Treatment Center in Iowa? The State’s Long-Standing SUD Problem Is Getting Worse, Not Better

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Addiction treatment centers looking to get licensed in Iowa face high rates of alcoholism, increasing overdose deaths, access problems in rural areas and underserved populations. Still, Iowa is a great place to open an addiction treatment center.

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Considering Licensing an Addiction Treatment Center in Utah? You’re in for a Treat.

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Examine what it takes to open an addiction treatment center in Utah and learn the steps to getting an outpatient or residential facility licensed in the state.


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Opening a New Addiction Treatment Center in Oregon? The State Needs You Now More Than Ever. 

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Oregon needs new addiction treatment centers to open now more than ever. Here’s how to open a drug rehab in Oregon.

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Connecticut is a Smart Choice for Opening Your Next Licensed Addiction Treatment Center

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Despite staffing concerns, licensed addiction treatment centers in Connecticut enjoy high demand and new state funding sources.

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Oklahoma is Committed to Opening More Certified Addiction Treatment Centers. Here's How to Open Yours.

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With all of the state government’s focus on expanding services in the state, now is a great time to make your move and finally open your addiction treatment center in Oklahoma.


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Open Addiction Treatment Centers in Kentucky | BehaveHealth

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If you’re considering opening an addiction treatment center in Kentucky, you’re in luck.

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Opening an Addiction Treatment Center in Louisiana? Here’s What You Need to Know 

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If you’re looking for a location for your addiction treatment center that is filled with potential patients, look no further than Louisiana.

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Here’s How to Open a Certified Substance Abuse Center in Alabama, the Nation’s Most Addicted State

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All addiction treatment providers in Alabama must get certified by the state to provide services, regardless of whether or not they accept state funding. Here’s how to do it.


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Creating a Patient Centered Substance Abuse Treatment Plan 

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Dig into making treatment plans for substance abuse as well as what it takes to create a treatment plan that is truly patient centered.