dbt
DBT Therapy Billing: CPT Codes and Insurance Guide
Which CPT codes to use for Dialectical Behavior Therapy — individual sessions, skills groups, and family components — plus ICD-10 pairings and insurance coverage tips.
2026-03-25 · 6 min read
Billing Basics
Foundational therapy billing concepts — deductibles vs copays, EOBs, NPI numbers, taxonomy codes, and insurance terminology.
play-therapy
Play Therapy Billing: CPT Codes and Reimbursement
Play therapy has no dedicated CPT code. Learn which standard psychotherapy codes to use, how to document play-based sessions for insurance, and how to get OON reimbursement.
2026-03-25 · 5 min read
aba
ABA Therapy Billing: Codes, Modifiers, and Superbills
A complete guide to ABA-specific CPT codes 97151–97158, modifier requirements, insurance coverage mandates, and how superbills work for out-of-network ABA services.
2026-03-25 · 7 min read
couples-therapy
Couples Therapy Billing: CPT Codes and Insurance Coverage
CPT 90847 (with patient) vs 90846 (without), why insurance usually does not cover couples therapy, and when coverage is possible — explained clearly.
2026-03-25 · 5 min read
substance-abuse
Substance Abuse Therapy Billing: CPT Codes and Coverage
CPT codes for substance abuse therapy including 90837, 90853 group sessions, ICD-10 F10–F19 code breakdown, and how mental health parity law applies.
2026-03-25 · 6 min read
neurofeedback
Neurofeedback and Biofeedback Billing: CPT Codes Explained
CPT 90901 for biofeedback and neurofeedback, the 90912/90913 perineal codes, highly variable insurance coverage policies, and documentation that supports medical necessity.
2026-03-25 · 5 min read
art-therapy
Art Therapy Billing: CPT Codes and Insurance Reimbursement
Art therapy uses standard psychotherapy codes. Learn credential requirements for billing, state licensing variations, documentation tips, and OON reimbursement options.
2026-03-25 · 5 min read
psychological-testing
Psychological Testing Billing: CPT Codes 96130–96146 Guide
Full breakdown of the psychological and neuropsychological testing code hierarchy — 96130, 96131, 96132, 96133, 96136–96139, and 96146 — with billing examples.
2026-03-25 · 8 min read
superbill
CMS-1500 Form vs Superbill: Which Do Therapists Need?
Understand the difference between a CMS-1500 and a superbill, when each is used, and which one out-of-network therapists actually need.
2026-03-25 · 5 min read
billing
How to Bill Insurance as a Therapist: The Complete Guide
Everything therapists need to know about billing insurance — in-network credentialing, OON superbill workflows, CPT codes, and choosing the right path for your practice.
2026-03-25 · 9 min read
billing
Place of Service Codes for Therapy: 02, 10, 11 Explained
What Place of Service codes 02, 10, and 11 mean for therapy billing, when to use each one, and why using the wrong code triggers claim denials.
2026-03-25 · 5 min read
cpt-codes
CPT Code 90837: Psychotherapy 60 Minutes Explained
Everything therapists need to know about CPT code 90837 — when to use it, reimbursement rates, and how to document it correctly on a superbill.
2026-03-22 · 5 min read
superbill
Superbill vs Invoice: What Is the Difference?
A regular invoice and a superbill look similar but serve different purposes. Understand the key differences and when you need each.
2026-03-22 · 4 min read
cpt-codes
CPT Code 90832: 30-Minute Psychotherapy Billing Guide
When to use CPT 90832, how it differs from 90834 and 90837, the add-on code 90833, typical fees, and documentation requirements.
2026-03-15 · 4 min read
cpt-codes
CPT Code 90834: 45-Minute Psychotherapy Explained
CPT 90834 covers the 45-minute therapy session. Learn when to use it, typical reimbursement rates, and how it bridges the gap between 90832 and 90837.
2026-03-14 · 4 min read
cpt-codes
CPT Code 90791: Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation Guide
CPT 90791 is the initial intake assessment code. Learn when to use it versus 90792, typical fees of $150–$300, and the documentation it requires.
2026-03-13 · 5 min read
cpt-codes
CPT Code 90847: Family Therapy With Patient Present
CPT 90847 covers family therapy sessions where the identified patient attends. Learn when to use it versus 90846 and how to include it on a superbill.
2026-03-12 · 4 min read
icd-10
ICD-10 F41.1: Generalized Anxiety Disorder — Billing Guide for Therapists
F41.1 is the most commonly billed mental health diagnosis code. Learn when to use it, how it differs from F41.0 and F41.9, and documentation requirements.
2026-03-07 · 4 min read
icd-10
ICD-10 F32: Major Depressive Disorder — Therapist Billing Reference
A complete reference for F32 subcodes: F32.0 through F32.9, when to use F33 (recurrent), and why severity specificity matters for insurance processing.
2026-03-06 · 4 min read
icd-10
ICD-10 F43.10: PTSD Diagnosis Code — What Therapists Need to Know
F43.10, F43.11, and F43.12 explained — how PTSD codes differ from adjustment disorder codes, CPT pairings, and prior auth considerations.
2026-03-05 · 4 min read
telehealth
Telehealth Therapy Billing: CPT Codes, Modifiers, and Superbills
How to bill telehealth therapy correctly: Place of Service 10, the GT modifier, audio-only considerations, and how to note telehealth on a superbill.
2026-03-04 · 6 min read
group-therapy
Group Therapy Billing: CPT Code 90853 and Superbill Requirements
CPT 90853 is billed per participant in group therapy. Learn how group billing works, typical fees, OON reimbursement challenges, and documentation.
2026-03-03 · 5 min read
emdr
EMDR Therapy Billing: CPT Codes and Insurance Reimbursement
EMDR has no unique CPT code — learn which codes to use, how to document EMDR phases, prior auth for PTSD treatment, and intensive EMDR billing.
2026-02-27 · 5 min read
superbill
What Information Do You Need From Clients for Insurance Billing?
A complete intake checklist: client legal name, member ID, group number, provider NPI, taxonomy code, and how to verify insurance before the first session.
2026-02-24 · 4 min read
cpt-codes
CPT Code 90853: Everything Therapists Need to Know About Group Therapy Billing
Deep dive on CPT 90853 — billing rules, documentation requirements, typical fees, and how to format a superbill for group therapy clients.
2026-02-18 · 4 min read
icd-10
ICD-10 F90: ADHD Diagnosis Codes and Therapy Billing Guide
F90.0 through F90.9 explained — which ADHD code to use, CPT codes for therapy and testing, and insurance coverage for ADHD evaluations.
2026-02-17 · 4 min read
icd-10
ICD-10 F31: Bipolar Disorder Codes — Therapist Billing Reference
Bipolar I (F31.x), Bipolar II (F31.81), cyclothymia (F34.0) — which codes to use, why specificity matters, and CPT codes for bipolar clients.
2026-02-16 · 4 min read
superbill
What Is a Taxonomy Code and Why Does It Matter for Superbills?
Taxonomy codes identify your provider specialty on insurance claims. Learn the mental health codes, how to register yours with your NPI, and why it matters.
2026-02-13 · 3 min read
npi
What Is an NPI Number? A Guide for Therapists and Therapy Clients
NPI is a required 10-digit identifier on every superbill. Learn the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 NPIs, how to get one, and how to look one up.
2026-02-12 · 3 min read
superbill
Therapy Billing Glossary: 35 Terms Every Therapist and Client Should Know
35 essential billing terms defined — from superbill and CPT code to UCR, parity, assignment of benefits, and out-of-pocket maximum.
2026-02-10 · 6 min read
cbt
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Billing: CPT Codes and Insurance Guide
CBT is billed under standard psychotherapy CPT codes. Learn which codes to use, documentation best practices, and when health behavior codes apply.
2026-02-07 · 5 min read
telehealth
Telehealth Superbills: What Must Be Different From In-Person
POS codes, GT and 95 modifiers, audio-only billing, and documentation requirements that differ between telehealth and in-person superbills.
2026-02-06 · 4 min read