Keeping young children engaged throughout a face-to-face ABA therapy session can be challenging, which is exacerbated when implementing telehealth ABA therapy. Many behavioral health practitioners use telehealth services to provide ABA services, but it has its own hurdles and benefits. Is it possible to keep a young child engaged within the context of virtual health […]
Category: Missing Piece News
The Key Differences Between Behavioral Health Billing & Medical Billing
Medical billing and behavioral health billing are interconnected components of healthcare billing. Both require submitting requests to insurance providers and other payers, utilizing coding systems and precise documentation and processes. However, there are also major differences between billing for behavioral health services and general medical billing. The services rendered by behavioral health practitioners are diverse […]
What is a “Superbill” In Medical Billing?
The medical and healthcare system is continually evolving and expanding. The insurance claims process is an increasingly complex system for providers to navigate, but providing accurate billing information remains a critical component of any provider’s revenue cycle. Superbills are used by healthcare providers as a primary source of data to create insurance claims that make […]
Choose The Right Medical Billing Company
Many ABA therapy and healthcare practices will find that outsourcing their medical billing provides the much-needed support to focus on client care. However, choosing the right experienced and qualified medical biller is critical in terms of evaluating its work efficiency and how it aligns with your practice’s values. The right medical billing services provider will […]
Managing Patients Remotely: How to Bill for Telehealth and Digital Care
Healthcare is already a complicated industry, and medical billing can be additionally complex. The healthcare industry’s growth of telehealth and remote patient monitoring (RPM) has added another layer of complexity. Ensuring compliance and competence for successful telehealth billing is essential for modern healthcare practices. This is complicated further by the inconsistency in whether payors will […]
What Are ABA Wraparound Services?
There are many different forms of ABA therapy and treatment plans. Harnessing the right model of treatment is essential in early autism intervention programs and will have a significant impact on the success of individual treatment plans for autistic children. Let’s take a closer look at behavioral health wraparound services, what they are, their benefits, […]
CEUs & Maintaining BCBA Certification
Board Certified Behavioral Analysts (BCBAs) are integral to ABA therapy and the wider behavioral analysis framework. BCBA certification is internationally recognized and sets the standards for ethical and professional conduct in the industry. ABA therapy is constantly evolving, and therapists must keep up-to-date with the latest techniques, research, and best practices to stay on top […]
Payment Posting in ABA Therapy
Weak billing processes cost medical and ABA therapy practices billions of dollars a year in the United States. Medical payment posting is an integral factor in ensuring that practices have a strong cash flow and seamless revenue cycle management. In this blog, we’ll examine what it entails, how to post payments in medical billing, the […]
How Do Out-of-Network Benefits Work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a crucial intervention for autistic children or those with similar developmental disorders. However, understanding the nuances of medical billing can be complicated for both providers and clients. Insurance is always a tricky industry to understand in-depth and is also one of the most common confusion areas in ABA medical […]
Types of Rejections in Medical Billing and How To Avoid Them
Claim rejection is one of the most frustrating things for medical and healthcare providers. The rejection of a claim can happen for many reasons, and while one here and there might not seem like a big deal, the impact of rejected claims can be significant for a practice. Let’s delve into the most common reasons […]