Missing Piece Blog

On the Missing Piece Blog, you can find everything you need to know about outsourcing billing services for ABA therapy.

Missing Piece has over 13 years of experience in ABA insurance billing services. Our blog is filled to the brim with essential ABA insurance billing information, such as current billing codes for occupational therapy, how to outsource medical billing, how to claim for an ABA treatment plan, and more.

Whether you want to know about the history of ABA therapy or you’re more interested in the future of medical billing in the industry, our blog has everything you need. You can also listen to the Missing Piece Podcast, one of the best ABA podcasts, for up-to-date information for anyone with an interest in the industry.

Read our most recent blogs below.

Addressing Healthcare Practitioners’ Medical Data Privacy Concerns

As an ABA practitioner or behavioral healthcare practitioner who collects patients’ information for medical data systems, you may be concerned about how the information is collected and stored. You’re not alone.  A study titled “Privacy and Security Concerns Regarding Electronic Health Information” on the website of the National Library of Medicine notes a general concern […]

ABA Insurance Rate Increases

Recognizing the value and significance of providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to their members, healthcare insurance providers like Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois have taken a positive step forward by implementing rate increases for ABA services. This move showcases their commitment to improving autism care and supporting […]

Unforeseen Impacts of Rejected Claims on Your Practice

As a healthcare provider, there are few things more frustrating than your income being impacted by rejected claims. Rejections in medical billing happen for many reasons, and ultimately the healthcare provider has to take the time to fix the claim and then wait a second time for the claim to be processed. In the meanwhile, […]

Is My Practice Streamlined to Focus on Patient Care?

Whether you’re running an ABA therapy practice, speech therapy practice, or any other type of healthcare practice, there are many different tasks that can and do take up your time. This includes taking calls, replying to emails, completing data entry, managing your staff, and making sure equipment is maintained. This doesn’t yet include the time […]

History of ABA Practices in the United States

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has emerged as an evidence-based therapy for individuals with behavioral and developmental challenges experienced by those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This article explores the history of ABA therapy in the United States, tracing its fascinating origins and development, early applications in behavior modification, important milestones, and the evolving nature of […]

Reasons Your Behavioral Health Organization Is Losing Money

In the fast-paced world of behavioral health services, financial stability is crucial for the success and sustainability of every type of behavioral health provider. However, many behavioral health organizations find themselves facing financial challenges that hinder their growth and impact. Few practices, however, consider that there might be internal missteps causing these revenue losses. By […]

The Best ABA Podcasts

Podcasts have become a valuable medium for learning and staying updated on the latest trends and research in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). In this blog post, we will explore the top ABA podcasts that bring together industry experts, researchers, and practitioners to share their knowledge and experiences. Whether you’re a student, professional, […]

CEUs for ABA Therapists

In the ever-evolving field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), staying updated with the latest research, techniques, and best practices is essential for providing high-quality care to clients. ABA therapists play a crucial role in the lives of their clients, and their commitment to ongoing learning is vital. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) provide a structured and […]

Common Misconceptions About ABA Therapy Billing

As an ABA practitioner, you probably don’t have the time to handle all the responsibilities on your plate. But ABA therapy billing is simple enough for you to handle on top of everything else. Right? Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about ABA therapy billing that can lead to problems for many ABA practitioners. We unpack […]

ABA Claim Submission Do’s & Don’ts

Before 2019, ABA therapy providers faced numerous challenges with billing as they were forced to use generic billing codes to process ABA claims. As a result, ABA practitioners and anyone else involved in ABA claims processing faced numerous problems. Despite the introduction in 2019 of ABA billing specific CPT I and CPT III codes, ABA […]