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Falling Into Recovery
In honor of Alcohol Awareness Month I had asked my Friend “Sam I Am” to write his story; what he was like, what happened, and what he is like now. You see, once sober, Sam took to the act of service as so many of us do in recovery. Working in the Behavioral Health field I continually meet colleagues who share their story, their journey that brought them to sobriety, and a life being fulfilled by working in recovery.
April 15, 2018
Read MoreHow SMART is your chart? Systematic Methodical Articulate Recorded Treatment
With the insurance payers requesting medical records at an alarming rate, it is critical that the client chart complies with multiple levels of requirements. Most centers are now serving three masters: State Regulations, Accreditation Requirements and Payer’s inconsistent criteria. Facilities’ and Center’s Policies and Procedures should include routine chart audits conducted by a compliance officer, peer reviewers and even third-party consultants. It’s that IMPORTANT! Claim reimbursement is often contingent on a payer reviewing the chart to determine if it meets medical necessity.
March 28, 2018
Read MoreIntegrity Billing Supporting the Arts in our Community
At Integrity Billing, we value fully engaging in the communities where we live and work. One way we do this is by supporting local organizations that provide services to improve the lives of area residents, with a particular focus on education, healthcare, recovery and the arts.
February 15, 2018
Read More5 ways to spice up your sober life in the new year
Being newly sober, it can be frightening to think “I will never drink again! I will have to go to these meetings the rest of my life. Life is going to stay the same forever”. Here are a few things you can do to challenge the pessimist inside of you, and how to spice up your sober life’s routine!
December 19, 2017
Read MoreCyber security, it’s a growing problem
At the rate technology advances at times it seems near impossible to keep up with potential security vulnerabilities. The Healthcare industry was ranked among the top 5 industries to be targeted by hackers in 2016.¹ This is not surprising when you consider the value and amount of information needed for the industry to properly function. Although HIPAA has a set of rules for electronic privacy and security they are often not enough.
October 23, 2017
Read MoreWhy Hire Professionals for Revenue Cycle/Claims Management?
Providing quality care in the behavioral health community involves mastery of many disciplines. While your staff provides ideal solutions for treatment and client care, we master the challenging claims management. At Integrity Billing, we are rooted within the behavioral health and substance use treatment communities. We understand the importance of effective claims management as a component of your success. We are here to help you effectively manage growth and focus on the health of your clients. By enlisting the assistance of our experts for your claims processes, you’re bringing dependable, ethical and successful revenue solutions to your facility.
June 19, 2017
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