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Insights on launching and scaling insurance-contracted behavioral health programs.

March 25, 2026

Single Case Agreements for Eating Disorder Treatment: How to Negotiate

Learn how to negotiate single case agreements for eating disorder treatment. Tactical SCA strategies for IOP/PHP operators to place OON patients and maximize revenue.

March 25, 2026

Billing Audit for Eating Disorder Programs: Pre-Review Guide

Conduct an internal billing audit for your eating disorder IOP/PHP before payers do. Learn what triggers audits, how to find documentation gaps, and prevent recoupment.

March 25, 2026

True Cost of Opening an Eating Disorder PHP or IOP

Real numbers on the cost of opening eating disorder PHP IOP programs: startup costs, staffing expenses, revenue models, and breakeven analysis from operators who've launched ED programs.

March 25, 2026

Patient Satisfaction Surveys to Improve Eating Disorder Programs

Learn how eating disorder program directors can design, implement, and act on patient satisfaction surveys to drive quality improvement, retention, and accreditation readiness.

March 25, 2026

Medical Oversight Model for Eating Disorder IOP Programs

Learn how to build a functional medical oversight model for your eating disorder IOP, including medical director agreements, refeeding protocols, and liability protection.

March 25, 2026

Crisis & Safety Plan Policy for Eating Disorder Day Treatment

Comprehensive guide to building a crisis safety plan policy for eating disorder day treatment programs. Covers medical emergencies, suicidality, safety planning, and CARF compliance.

March 25, 2026

Opening a Virtual Eating Disorder IOP: Licensing & Tech

Opening a virtual eating disorder IOP requires state licensing, payer credentialing, medical monitoring protocols, and HIPAA tech. Your pre-launch compliance checklist.

March 25, 2026

Designing an Eating Disorder Treatment Center: Space & Milieu

Clinical guide for operators designing eating disorder treatment facilities: dining rooms, bathrooms, group spaces, and milieu considerations that affect outcomes.

March 25, 2026

Certifications & Specializations for Eating Disorder Clinical Staff

Operator's guide to eating disorder clinical staff certifications: CEDS, CEDS-S, FBT, CBT-E credentials by role for IOP/PHP programs, accreditation, and referrals.