Why is eligibility and benefit verification important for ABA therapy?
Why is eligibility and benefit verification important? Inaccurate eligibility information can cost you thousands of dollars in lost revenue.
Why is Payment Posting in Medical Billing Important?
Many steps are involved in the revenue cycle management process. Posting payments and reconciling accounts is necessary to ensure that a provider is receiving all payments to which they are entitled.
Understanding CMS, NCCI, and MUEs in ABA Billing
MUEs can impact daily billing for ABA therapy. ABA providers should be familiar with the rules and regulations of CMS and NCCI.
Thinking About Opening Your Own ABA Therapy Business?
Thinking of starting an ABA practice? Here are five pitfalls to avoid.
Guide To Obtaining ABA Authorization
Securing ABA medical insurance authorization is a critical step for ABA providers utilizing both in-network and out-of-network insurance. Insurers mandate ABA therapy authorization as a prerequisite for reimbursing the services provided to patients. Although obtaining authorization is necessary, navigating the process is not always simple. Missing Piece offers expert third-party insights and professional guidance on […]
The Difference Between Rejected & Denied Claims
Submitting healthcare claims is a complex and ever-changing process as new technology and regulations bring changes that make understanding claims processing sometimes feel like a moving target. Understanding claims processing is an evolving skill, but learning the basic language is the first step to successfully navigating this landscape. One of the keys is knowing the […]
Contracting and Credentialing for Beginners
Contracting and Credentialing are the first steps in becoming in-network with a payer. Let Missing Piece Billing and Consulting help your behavioral health or ABA therapy practice start things off correctly with the insurance companies.
Managing Your ABA Authorizations
Managing ABA authorizations tends to be one of the more common pain points with ABA billing. Learn three tips to help.
Single Case Agreement 101 for ABA Providers
Single Case Agreements, also known as SCAs, are contracts between an insurance company and an out-of-network provider.
HIPAA and Confidentiality for ABA and Behavioral Health Providers
All healthcare providers must be very familiar with the basics of HIPAA and state confidentiality regulations, as well as the requirements of their certification or licensure regarding confidentiality. In addition, as a practice, a comprehensive HIPAA analysis should take place regularly to ensure all required safeguards have been put in place to minimize risks.