April 12, 2018
Health Care Is Going Mobile, Here’s What You Need to Know
Healthcare is going mobile. We’ve read a lot about talk therapy and now it seems…
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March 21, 2018
Denmaar Decodes: 8 Things To Know About Creating a CAQH Profile
Know your options when it comes to creating a CAQH profile, check out our latest…
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March 14, 2018
This Is Why You Need A CAQH Profile!
CAQH, the Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare, is a credentialing tool that houses self-reported provider…
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February 20, 2018
Denmaar Decodes: How Blockchain Can Improve Billing and Claims
Understand the three key ways mental health billing and claims can be revolutionized by blockchain…
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February 14, 2018
3 Ways Blockchain Can Improve Mental Health Billing and Claims
Before you can understand how blockchain is changing healthcare, specifically billing and claims and revenue…
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January 30, 2018
Denmaar Decodes: Ways AI will Improve Billing and Claims
Artificial intelligence (AI) will begin to change nearly every industry in 2018. Here are three…
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January 17, 2018
3 Ways Advanced Technology Will Improve Mental Health Billing and Claims in 2018 and Beyond
2018 will a be a year where nearly all sectors and industries see the beginnings…
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November 29, 2017
Denmaar Decodes: EIN, TIN & NPI
The alphabet soup of acronyms in claims and billing can be confusing to say the…
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November 15, 2017
Why Now is the Best Time for Organizational Change!
The holidays and the end of the year mark a season for reflection. Not just…
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October 25, 2017
Denmaar Decodes: The Difference Between Mental Health and Medical Billing
What's the difference between medical and mental health billing? Why does having a specialization matter?…
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September 27, 2017
Teletherapy and Coverage: 5 Things Not To Miss
As technology integrates into all aspects of how we do business and how live, in…
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September 27, 2017
Revenue and Cash Flow: Best Practices
Are you constantly behind in paying the bills? Do you not have enough money to…
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September 6, 2017
Denmaar September Update: The Balance
August is traditionally a month of incredible highs. For many providers, August is often the best…
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August 29, 2017
What is the purpose of a COB?
A COB, co-ordination of benefits, is the insurance company requesting the patient to verify their…
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August 28, 2017
3 Benefits of Electronic Claims
Thinking of making the switch to electronic claim submissions? The creation of electronic claims was…
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August 7, 2017
Denmaar Psychiatric Billing August Update: Change Is Here
As we enter the last month of “summer vacation” we’re starting to see movement from…
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August 1, 2017
Can you really have 80% of your receivables be within 30 days? We think so, here’s how to do it!
What's the fastest way to bring your receivables within 30 days? Here's how to do it…
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July 25, 2017
Providers: Have you been hearing talk about peer-to-peer payments and how they can be used for patient payments?
Want to know if this is really a viable way to have patient's make co-payments?…
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July 18, 2017
Are you a provider who’s losing 40% of your potential revenue from simply not re-billing rejected claims?
According to the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare services 26% of all claims processed are…
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July 11, 2017
Are you concerned that if you enforce your payment policy it will turn away your patients?
Are you concerned that if you enforce your payment policy as you should, it will…
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July 3, 2017
Denmaar Psychiatric Billing July Update: Take Advantage of the Summer Slowdown
Happy July 4th! July marks the beginning of the end, as we're now at the…
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June 27, 2017
Medicare has a coinsurance and a deductible. How does that work?
Did you know that medicare requires a deductible? Today's Tuesday Tip covers what you might…
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June 20, 2017
My Patient/Client has EAP… What should I ask for?
EAP is a hassle, however it may be a necessary part of your practice due…
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June 13, 2017
Did you know if you enter the same CPT code on the same date of service you are more than likely doing something wrong?
Did you know that if you are using the same CPT code more than once…
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June 6, 2017
By now you’ve probably heard of RCM software, here’s what it can really do for your healthcare business.
Want to simplify your workflow while making your business more profitable? By now you've probably…
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May 30, 2017
Is there an easier, more simplified way to manage ERA and EFT’s?
Enrolling in ERA / EFT for every insurer I am contracted with is very time…
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May 26, 2017
How Healthcare Changes Ensure the Smallest Victims of the Opioid Epidemic will Feel the Most Pain
By: Michelle Husted In my last blog I introduced you to a little town in West…
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May 23, 2017
Starting your own practice? We can help you understand your options and get started off right!
Should I set up my practice as a sole proprietorship or incorporate? What are the…
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May 16, 2017
A patient wants to know what they will owe, what should I tell them?
As a provider you want to be as helpful to your patients as possible. However,…
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May 9, 2017
Why did my insurer contract recently expire without notification?
Have you just been told that your contract with an insurance provider has expired? Without…
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May 8, 2017
This Is How Pharmaceutical Companies Supply America’s Drug and Overdose Epidemic
By: Michelle Husted Kermit West Virginia, is a little town in the heart of the Appalachian…
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May 2, 2017
Why am I being rejected by an insurer even though I have a CAQH profile?
Are your applications being denied even though you have a CAQH profile? Make sure you're…
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April 25, 2017
How do I handle no-shows?
This week's Tuesday Tip explores how to make the most out of no- shows and…
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April 19, 2017
Mindfulness First: Technology, Education and the Future of Healthcare
By: Michelle Husted Recently I decided to attend a local, one day healthcare technology conference.…
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April 18, 2017
Why is using a clearinghouse more effective then submitting claims directly to the insurer?
What is a clearinghouse and how can it be used in mental and behavioral health…
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April 11, 2017
Why do you need to provide your patients as many ways to pay their bills as possible?
Most providers know that by now they're "supposed" to offer electronic payment options for patients,…
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April 5, 2017
Why Won’t Patients pay their Mental Health Provider?
By: Michelle Husted First let me say that is not just you mental health providers,…
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April 4, 2017
Why does entering patients name and dob incorrectly cause the most claim’s rejections?
When it comes to mental health billing, is there an "easiest" remedy to the claims…
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March 28, 2017
What is the filing timeframe for resubmitting old claims?
Just because a claim is denied, doesn't mean it's time to throw in the towel.…
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March 21, 2017
Why it’s important to have an up-to-date CAQH profile
Your CAQH profile is vital to claim accuracy and overall claim success: Learn why in…
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March 20, 2017
The Patient and State Stability Fund and Mental Health Treatment
By: Michelle Husted With the repeal of the Affordable Care Act and the planned implementation…
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March 14, 2017
Why consistency in claims submission is vital to securing accurate claims payment
There's a saying in the technology industry: Garbage in equals garbage out. See how it…
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March 7, 2017
What’s the worst insurance provider to deal with?
While some insurance companies are easier to work with than others. However, as a provider…
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February 28, 2017
Ever wonder what co-ordination of benefits (COB) are?
Wonder what a COB is? Are you never able to resolve this issue? Here's why.
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February 21, 2017
Has your billing company discussed your revenue objectives?
There's a quote that says: "People with goals succeed because they know where they're going."…
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February 20, 2017
Repealing the Affordable Care Act
By: Michelle Husted We have heard a lot this Presidents day weekend about healthcare, Trump…
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February 14, 2017
On the fence about your relationship with United Behavioral Health’s panel this Valentine’s Day?
Let's face it, United probably won't be changing anytime soon, so choosing to stay or…
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February 7, 2017
Is your A/R out of control? What is a reasonable expectation for my A/R?
Is your AR out of control? This week's Tuesday Tip explains what is normal and…
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January 31, 2017
How should I use the new specified diagnosis codes?
Most insurance plans are calendar based, meaning they start January first. Although, there are also…
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January 24, 2017
What can I expect when I convert to a new billing company?
One of the biggest things holding providers back from switching billers, is the uncertainty of…
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January 23, 2017
Telepsychiatry: 2017
By: Michelle Husted A new year and many changes, one of these will be the…
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January 17, 2017
What’s more important when selecting a new billing company – geography or specialty?
One huge perk with technology is the ability to communicate whenever, wherever! Between: facetime, social…
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January 10, 2017
What’s the best way to handle Jan 1st deductibles?
Most insurance plans are calendar based, meaning they start January first. Although, there are also…
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January 9, 2017
2017: The year for you to make more money
By: Michelle Husted On January 20, a new president will be sworn into office. This…
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January 3, 2017
Why collecting outstanding deductible balances at each session is the surest way of being profitable
Collecting deductibles is a less than enjoyable task, that if you let get out of…
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December 27, 2016
Why constant revue of insurer plans you should be on par with will maximize your revenue
We're in a complex ever-changing industry, and if you're not contracted with the right insurance…
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December 20, 2016
This is the one common mistake that can lose you 3 to 6 months of claims reimbursements
What is the one common mistake that can lose you 3 to 6 months of…
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December 19, 2016
New Year, New Insurance
By: Michelle Husted It is that time of year again! Calendar year deductibles kick in…
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December 13, 2016
Why you should know the co-pay amount for each patient and collect it upfront
Although at times it may be difficult, collecting copays is a vital part of running…
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December 6, 2016
Why it’s important verify each patient’s insurance plan info regularly
It can be incredibly frustrating when coverage for an existing client seems to suddenly start…
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December 5, 2016
Did you know couples therapy is not family therapy?
By: Michelle Husted Most insurance does not cover couples therapy. Couples are about are about…
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November 21, 2016
The Election Results: Trumpcare
The new platform for our health and behavioral health coverage. By: Michele Husted Now that the…
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November 7, 2016
HIPAA and Technology
With technology advancing so quickly over the past several years, it is easy to use…
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October 24, 2016
The End: of ICD-10 Flexibility
On October 1, 2016 flexibility in ICD-10 Diagnostic Coding expired. Those of you using electronic…
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October 10, 2016
Delegation of Services in Mental Health
Some of you, once you become an independent provider may at one time decide to…
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September 19, 2016
Cheaper isn’t always the answer
“It's unwise to pay too much, but it's worse to pay too little. When You…
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September 6, 2016
Why does CPT reimbursement vary?
There are no set standards of reimbursement rates across the board because each state has…
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August 23, 2016
Is Your Mental Health Billing being Outsourced to A Call Center Sweatshop?
Research the job market in Mubaii, Chennai, Vellore, or Delhi India and you will see…
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August 9, 2016
Back to school…back in therapy
Are you advertising to target clients in need? This is a great time to take…
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July 26, 2016
Want to Fill Your Day Sheet ?
Whether you are a psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, mental health care nurse practitioner, or therapist….being…
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July 9, 2016
Opioid Abuse Bill
S.524 - To authorize the Attorney General and Secretary of Health and Human Services to…
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July 4, 2016
Helping those who serve you: The American soldier and his family
On July 5, 2016 a new docuseries The Fighting Season will air on the Audience…
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June 25, 2016
PQSR: The Physicians Quality Reporting System
2016 a proposal was presented on behalf of CMS to change the current physician payment…
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June 11, 2016
Revenue Cycle for Providers
A career as a mental health care provider is two-fold, you do it to help…
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May 26, 2016
Why it is recommended that our psychiatric billing is the best for your practices’ needs
In January Business News Daily published an article on the benefits of hiring a medical…
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May 12, 2016
We Can Help You Stand Out: and Put Your Best Foot Forward
A mental health care provider asked us recently how she could get more patients. She…
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