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Insights on launching and scaling insurance-contracted behavioral health programs.
March 11, 2026
CPT Code 96121: The Complete Billing Guide for Neurobehavioral Status Exam Add-On Hours
CPT code 96121 lets you bill additional hours of neurobehavioral status exams. Learn add-on requirements, 2024 reimbursement benchmarks, and compliance best practices.
March 11, 2026
UnitedHealth Medical Necessity Criteria for SUD Treatment: What Behavioral Health Operators Need to Know
UnitedHealth medical necessity criteria for SUD treatment explained — ASAM levels, prior auth requirements, billing codes, and how to avoid denials for detox and rehab.
March 11, 2026
Medical Necessity Criteria for Addiction Treatment: What Every Provider Needs to Know (Part 1 of 7)
Medical necessity criteria determine whether insurers pay for addiction treatment. Learn ASAM guidelines, payer-specific standards, and coverage strategies. Part 1 of 7.
March 11, 2026
Choosing an EHR for Your Addiction Treatment Center: What to Evaluate Before You Sign (Part 2)
Choosing the right EHR for your addiction treatment center can make or break operations. Here's what to evaluate, what to avoid, and what most programs get wrong.
March 11, 2026
Therapist License Verification: The Complete State-by-State Guide for Behavioral Health Operators
How to verify a therapist's license in any state — with official licensing board links and complaint filing resources for all 50 states. Updated guide for operators and employers.
March 11, 2026
Provider Credentialing for Mental Health and SUD Treatment: The Complete Operational Guide
Provider credentialing for mental health and SUD treatment is slow, complex, and easy to get wrong. Here's how to do it right — licensing, enrollment, and timelines.
March 11, 2026
Addiction Treatment EHR Guide (Part 1): How the Right System Improves Care, Compliance, and Revenue
The complete guide to addiction treatment EHR systems — what features matter, how they improve billing and compliance, and what to look for when evaluating platforms.
March 11, 2026
Treatment Center CRM Buyer's Guide: How to Choose the Right System for Addiction and Mental Health Facilities
The right CRM for your addiction treatment center manages leads, referrals, and patient engagement without creating compliance risk. Here's how to evaluate your options.
March 11, 2026
Eating Disorder Treatment Plan Guide: Billing Codes, Compliance, and Reimbursement for Providers
A clinical and billing guide to eating disorder treatment plans — covering CPT codes, ASAM/EDRP criteria, payer requirements, and compliance best practices for providers.