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Practical answers to the billing questions independent practices run into most, from denial codes to credentialing timelines. Written by our billing team.
Denial code lookup
What the most common denial codes mean, why they happen and how to fix them. Searchable, with 30 codes explained.
Open the lookupHow much does medical billing cost? Percentage vs flat fee, explained
What billing companies charge, how it compares with hiring in-house, and which contract fees to watch for.
Read the guidePhysical therapyIn-house vs outsourced billing for physical therapy clinics
The costs, the PT-specific risks, and the signs it’s time to hand billing off.
Read the guideMental healthCPT 90834 vs 90837: how to choose the right psychotherapy code
The exact time thresholds, what your notes need to show, and the mistakes that lead to denials.
Read the guidePhysical therapyThe 8-minute rule for physical therapy billing, explained with examples
How to turn timed minutes into billable units, and where commercial payers differ.
Read the guidePrimary careModifier 25 in primary care: billing a sick visit with a physical
When you can bill both, how to code it, and what the note needs to show.
Read the guideDenialsHow to fix a CO-197 denial (missing authorization)
Three ways to recover the claim, and how to stop authorization denials coming back.
Read the guideDenialsTimely filing limits: why old claims get denied
How long each type of payer gives you, and whether a CO-29 can be overturned.
Read the guideCredentialingHow long does insurance credentialing take?
Typical timelines, what you need, and why applications stall.
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