Expanding Patient Access Through Contracting: Behavioral health contracting can open doors to numerous networks and, in turn, more patients. For many behavioral health professionals, joining multiple networks expands their client base significantly, allowing them to serve a broader demographic and strengthen their practice’s reach. Benefits of
Navigating Credentialing and Contracting for Behavioral Health
The Process of Credentialing and Contracting: Credentialing and contracting are often interrelated. After a provider has been credentialed, they enter the contracting phase, where terms and conditions for working within the network are negotiated. Contracting ensures that providers receive agreed-upon rates for their services and that both parties
Maximizing Revenue Recovery with Effective Behavioral Health Accounts Receivable Management
In the behavioral health industry, ensuring timely payment for services can be challenging. With unique billing requirements and complex payer rules, behavioral health practices often face higher-than-average accounts receivable (AR) balances and collection difficulties. Optimizing accounts receivable management isn’t just a financial strategy; i
Strengthening Digital Reputation for Behavioral Health Services
With the increasing importance of online reviews and social media, managing digital reputation for behavioral health is critical. Digital reputation is the sum of what people see and say about your practice online, including reviews, social media comments, and overall online presence. For behavioral health providers, a positive digital reputatio