Behavioral Health Medical Billing Services
Behavioral health billing is uniquely challenging — with complex session types, evolving treatment plans, modifier requirements, time-based coding, and strict documentation standards. Therapists and mental health providers must also navigate frequent insurance policy changes, pre-authorizations, telehealth rules, and diverse service formats such as individual therapy, group sessions, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management. One missing detail in a note or an incorrect code can cause denials or delayed payments.
That’s why MedVoice provides specialized behavioral health billing services tailored for psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, social workers, and multi-specialty mental health practices.
We simplify the entire process — from coding therapy sessions and managing authorizations to billing medication management and handling denials. Our mission is to support your practice so you can focus on patient care and clinical outcomes, not administrative burden.
Proven Performance, Tangible Results
98%
Clean Claim Submission Rate
Most claims pass payer requirements on the first attempt.
35%
Reduction in A/R Days
Our team accelerates reimbursement cycles and reduces aging claims.
99%
Coding Accuracy
Precise coding of therapy session duration, modality, crisis care, and E/M services.
40%
Increase in Reimbursement Predictability
Better documentation alignment leads to fewer denied or underpaid claims.
Challenges We Solve for Behavioral Health Practices
Behavioral health providers often struggle with:
Authorization-related delays
Time-based billing discrepancies
Telehealth billing inconsistencies
Incorrect coding for longer sessions
Missing or incomplete progress notes
Frequent denials for medical necessity
Underpayments from E/M + therapy combinations
Limited insurance coverage for mental health
MedVoice eliminates these obstacles with specialty-specific billing workflows.
Why Behavioral Health Billing Requires Specialized Expertise?
Behavioral health billing is one of the most challenging areas of medical billing due to strict payer rules, time-based coding, coverage limitations, and session-specific documentation requirements. Unlike other specialties, behavioral health services often involve:
- Multiple session types (individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy)
- Telehealth-specific billing guidelines
- Crisis intervention codes
- Substance abuse treatment billing
- Complex E/M + psychotherapy combinations
- Authorization-driven services
- Frequent denials for medical necessity
MedVoice provides complete mental health billing services tailored to the unique needs of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, counselors, LPCs, LMFTs, LCSWs, and behavioral health facilities. Our goal is to ensure your claims are submitted accurately and paid quickly—while you focus entirely on patient care.
Common Behavioral Health Conditions & Treatments We Bill For
Our billing experts support accurate coding and documentation for:
- Major depressive disorder (ICD: F32.9)
- Anxiety disorders (ICD: F41.1)
- Trauma & PTSD (ICD: F43.10)
- Bipolar disorder (ICD: F31.9)
- Personality disorders ( ICD: F60.9)
- ADHD (ICD: F90.0)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ICD: F84.0)
- Behavioral disorders in children & adolescents (ICD: F19.9)
- Substance use disorder (ICD: F19.10)
- Eating disorders (ICD: F50.0)
- Sleep disorders (ICD: G47.00)
- Cognitive disorders (ICD: F06.7)
We ensure all documentation supports medical necessity, session length, and treatment type to avoid payer rejections.
Specialized Behavioral Health Procedures & Session Types
MedVoice accurately codes and bills for:
- Individual psychotherapy (CPT: 90832)
- Family psychotherapy (with or without patient) (CPT 90846 / 90847)
- Group therapy sessions (CPT: 90853)
- Psychiatric diagnostic evaluations ICPT: 90791)
- Medication management (CPT: 90863)
- E/M and psychotherapy combinations (CPT 99202–99215 + 90833/90836/90838)
- Crisis intervention (CPT: 90839)
- Telehealth therapy (CPT: 90832-95)
- Psychological testing & scoring (CPT: 96130)
- Neuropsychological evaluations (CPT: 96132)
- Substance abuse counseling (HCPCS: H0004)
- MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) billing (HCPCS H0020)
- IOP and PHP services (HCPCS H0015/ H0035)
Who We Support
We provide behavioral health billing services for:
Psychiatrists
Licensed therapists
Mental health counselors
Substance abuse centers
Psychologists
Behavioral health clinics
Psychiatric nurse practitioners
Telehealth therapy providers
Compliance & Documentation Accuracy
We ensure full compliance with:
- Mental health documentation guidelines
- Payer-specific mental health rules
- Telehealth coding regulations
- HIPAA and PHI security protocols
Our billing audits help prevent payer audits and recoupments.
Benefits of Outsourcing to MedVoice
- Reduce administrative burden for clinicians
- Improve claim approval rate
- Eliminate coding errors and inconsistent documentation
- Prevent revenue leakage and improve cash flow
- Access to expert mental health billers
- Transparent reporting and revenue insights
FAQ – Behavioral Health Medical Billing Services
What makes behavioral health billing different from other specialties?
Behavioral health billing includes time-based psychotherapy codes, E/M + therapy add-ons, session limits, authorization requirements, and complex payer rules.
Why do behavioral health claims often get denied?
Common reasons include incomplete notes, mismatched session times, lack of medical necessity, or improper coding.
Do you support telehealth therapy billing?
Yes—audio/video therapy codes, modifiers, and location requirements are fully supported.
What CPT codes are used for psychotherapy?
Codes include 90791, 90832, 90834, 90837, 90839 (crisis), 90847, 90853, and others.
Can you handle E/M + psychotherapy combination codes?
Yes. We correctly apply add-on codes such as 90833, 90836, and 90838.
Do you verify mental health benefits before sessions?
Yes. We review coverage, visits allowed, deductibles, cost-share, and payer limitations.
Can you bill for addiction & substance use treatment?
Yes—MAT, IOP, PHP, counseling, and medication management are supported.
Do you integrate with behavioral health EMRs?
Yes. We connect with SimplePractice, TherapyNotes, Valant, TheraNest, and others.
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