<p>Whether you've just thought about accepting insurance, you already are a provider for some plans, or would rather sell your soul than work with insurance, this amusing and easy-to-read manual is the guide every counselor or therapist in private practice should have to understanding the ins and outs of the insurance world. You will use this practical guide again and again as a quick reference. Using a case-example, it takes you step-by-step through every detail of working with a client's insurance. You will learn invaluable tips and tricks, such as how to join insurance networks (even if they say they are full), how to get claims paid quickly and easily, how to avoid the most frequent and costly claims mistakes that lead to denials, as well as 13 common practices that are actually insurance fraud. The book is full of worksheets and sample forms you can use in your practice, such as one with the 12 essential questions to ask when checking coverage, a sample invoice/superbill, sample appeal letter, authorization/payment tracker, self-pay agreement, and a sample completed claim form with line by line instructions. Other topics covered include the pros and cons as well as the myths and realities of working with insurance, getting raises, whether you have to become a HIPAA entity (hint: you don't), parity laws, health care reform, the secret to getting more sessions approved, how to appeal claim denials, and addressing confidentiality concerns. Now in it's third edition, this recently updated version of the original book is applicable to therapists in all states.</p>

Navigating the Insurance Maze: The Therapist's Complete Guide to Working With Insurance -- And Whether You Should (THIRD EDITION, 2011)

Health, Fitness & Dieting

LMFT

Barbara C. Griswold

Psychology & Counseling

Paper Street Press

<p>If you're a psychotherapist and don't accept insurance, you re losing clients who need to use their health benefits. Whether you've thought about accepting insurance, you work with a few plans, or just need help understanding how to deal with your client's insurance plans, this is a must-have reference for therapists nationwide. Even if you just give clients an invoice to submit to their health plan, there is much you need to know about what this can mean for you and your clients. This easy-to-read manual will teach you what EVERY therapist needs to know about insurance, and serve as your essential reference, answering all your questions about working with employee assistance, managed care, and traditional insurance plans. Topics include: * How to join plans -- even if they say they're full * Keeping the new client -- even if you are not on their plan * Getting paid: Insider tips for avoiding denials * The secret to getting more sessions approved * Is it possible to get raises? * Healthcare reform, parity &amp; HIPAA * Will your treatment be micro-managed? * Complete instructions for the CMS-1500 claim form * 12 crucial questions to ask when checking insurance * 13 common practices that could cost you your license * How to successfully appeal denials * Is taking insurance right for you? Using a case example, this manual takes you through every detail of working with a client's coverage. You ll get line-by-line instructions for claim forms, and useful sample forms including a sample claim form, invoice/superbill, payment tracker, appeal letter, and form to use when checking benefits.</p>

Navigating the Insurance Maze: The Therapist's Complete Guide to Working With Insurance (2014 - FIFTH EDITION)

Mental Health

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