The Importance of Accurate ABA CPT Coding: Avoiding Common Mistakes
In the realm of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, accurate coding is not just a necessity—it's an art. The process of translating the services provided into universally recognized Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes is a critical step in ensuring that practitioners receive appropriate compensation for their services. However, the complexity of ABA CPT coding can often lead to errors, which can have significant consequences, including delayed or denied claims. This article aims to highlight the importance of accurate ABA [...]
What Is An EHR System for Behavior Therapy
Electronic Health Records (EHR) have become the new standard for tracking and recording a patient’s critical information. They have virtually done away with traditional paper-based charting methods that were cumbersome, and often presented an incomplete picture of the patient's long-term health records. This further led to problems caused by fragmented care for patients who needed to see multiple providers. EHR offers a much more comprehensive, chart, that can be accessed quickly, in real-time. They provide a patient-centric view of [...]
Top Medical Coding & Billing Documentation Errors To Avoid
Even seemingly small documentation errors can lead to big problems in the medical billing process. This includes things like accidentally adding a digit to a recommended dosage to forgetting to input all of the patient’s pertinent contact information. Not only can these things cause delays in your practice’s revenue stream, but they can also turn into a liability issue. Recurrent documentation errors can even get your practice red-flagged for an audit by insurance providers and medical industry oversight organizations. [...]
