When the VOB confirms services will be covered, we begin working on an authorization request. Our team consists of trained therapists who understand the treatment process and can present authorization requests in a knowledgeable manner. Your time is valuable, and is more effectively spent with the client. With this in mind, we do the heavy lifting for you. Our trained UR team will utilize the clinical information already in your EHR system to present it in a meaningful way to the insurance–so you do not have to waste time compiling the information yourself. We complete all utilization reviews including: initial requests, concurrent reviews, discharges, appeals and peer reviews with an above-average success rate. We advocate for your clients so you can focus on their recovery.
Once we receive notice that a client will admit or has admitted to treatment we begin the initial request for authorization. Whether treatment is initially approved or not, we communicate what is happening every step of the way. On the chance that the insurance denies treatment, we will relay the information to you and provide recommendations on next steps to best help the client. Oftentimes, insurance Care Managers will request additional or specific information. In cases like this, we are diligent in following up to access the required information, in order to obtain approval, and maximize reimbursement.
Concurrent Reviews and Peer Reviews can be tedious, stressful and time consuming. Insurance Care Managers and doctors can be difficult to work with and may have their own process of reviewing client cases. We schedule the reviews, complete appeals and maintain a strong working relationship with the insurance companies and Care Managers. If a case goes to a Peer Review, BHB will complete the review, unless otherwise requested by the insurance to speak with someone specific.
Upon verification of coverage by the VOB, we expeditiously initiate the authorization request process. Our team of skilled therapists, well-versed in treatment protocols, is adept at preparing and submitting comprehensive authorization requests.
Recognizing the value of your time, we aim to optimize your workflow. Our dedicated UR team leverages clinical data from your EHR system to prepare comprehensive and persuasive submissions to insurance carriers, thereby minimizing your administrative responsibilities. We manage all aspects of utilization reviews, including:
Our exceptional success rate demonstrates our commitment to advocating for your clients, enabling you to concentrate on their well-being.
Upon notification of a client’s admission to treatment, we promptly initiate the initial authorization request. We maintain transparent communication throughout the process, informing you of each stage. In the event of a denied treatment request, we will convey the information to you and provide actionable recommendations for subsequent steps to optimize client support.
In response to requests for additional or specific information from insurance Care Managers, we diligently follow up to obtain the necessary details, thereby maximizing reimbursement and optimizing approval probabilities.
We recognize the time-consuming and stressful nature of concurrent and peer reviews. Our team assumes responsibility for scheduling these reviews, completing appeals, and fostering strong relationships with insurance carriers and Care Managers.In the event of a required Peer Review, Behavioral Health Billing BHB will handle it unless the insurance specifically requests to speak with someone else.
Upon a client’s discharge from treatment, we immediately notify the insurance carrier to facilitate seamless communication and processing
As soon as a potential client provides their health insurance card, we begin verifying that your services are covered.
We work with the insurance companies to get you contracted for the highest pay rate possible. This is upon request, if there is an insurance you want to be contracted with just let us know and we will take care of it for you.