10 Best Credentialing Software Platforms in 2026 (Compared)
Choosing credentialing software isn’t easy. There are dozens of platforms and most of them look the same on the surface. So we looked at 10 real options and broke down what each one actually does best, who it’s built for and where it fits. No rankings based on who pays the most for ads, just […]
What Is Credentialing? A Complete Guide for Mental Health Providers
Credentialing is the process insurance companies use to review and verify a healthcare provider’s qualifications before allowing them to join their network. It helps confirm important details such as a provider’s license, education, training and professional background. Healthcare providers go through credentialing so they can become approved to work with insurance companies and provide covered […]
How to Get Credentialed with Insurance Companies Mental Health
Getting credentialed with insurance companies means applying to become an approved, in-network provider so you can accept clients’ insurance directly. It’s how insurance companies check your license, education and experience before adding you to their network. Without it, you can only accept private-pay clients. This guide walks you through exactly how the process works, what […]
What You Need to Know About CPT Code 90837
Understanding medical bills and insurance codes can feel confusing, especially when a five-digit number like 90837 shows up without any real explanation attached to it. If you’ve come across this code on a therapy invoice, an insurance statement, or a provider’s website and want a straightforward answer, this guide covers exactly what it means, who […]
What Tools Are Helpful in Mental Health Practice Billing?
Mental health practice billing can be more complicated than it looks. Therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and behavioral health providers often have to deal with insurance rules, correct billing codes, clinical documentation, claim submissions and patient payments at the same time. Even a small mistake in a CPT code, insurance detail, or claim form can lead to […]
Mental Health Billing Guide for Maryland Providers (2026)
Mental health billing in Maryland comes with more moving parts than most providers expect. Between Medicare, Maryland Medicaid, the Public Behavioral Health System (PBHS) and commercial payers, each with its own rules, coding requirements can get confusing fast. This guide breaks down what you actually need to know: the CPT codes used for mental health […]
Understanding 90836 CPT Code for Mental Health Billing
Most psychiatrists and psychiatric NPs do not lose revenue because they failed to provide care. They lose it because the psychotherapy portion of a visit is coded incorrectly. A common example is billing 90833 when the documented time actually supports the 90836 CPT code. This guide explains what 90836 means, when to use it, how […]
90791 CPT Code Billing Rules Every Mental Health Provider Should Know
The 90791 CPT code is one of the most commonly used diagnostic assessment codes in mental health billing. It often pays more than a standard therapy visit, but many providers still struggle with its frequency limits, payer rules and documentation requirements. Billing 90791 incorrectly can lead to claim denials, delayed payments, or audit risks. In […]
Follow Up Unpaid Medical Claims: How to Reduce AR Days and Improve Cash Flow
You are seeing the same number of patients, but your revenue is not growing. Your schedule is full, your team is busy and the claims are going out so where is the money? The answer, for most mental health practices, comes down to one thing: unpaid claims that nobody is actively following up on. The […]
Outsource Prior Authorization Services: A Practical Solution for Mental Health Providers
Prior authorization is one of the biggest barriers in mental health care today delaying treatment, increasing denials and draining staff productivity before a single session ever takes place. For mental health providers across the United States, the decision to outsource prior authorization is no longer just a convenience. It is becoming a financial necessity. A […]