Behavioral Health

Specialized billing for mental health and substance use providers

Our billing solution is built exclusively for mental health and substance use treatment providers who need accuracy, compliance, and faster payments. We handle the complexities of behavioral health billing—precise coding, payer-ready documentation, authorizations, and clean claim submission—so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.We reduce denials, strengthen documentation, and streamline the entire revenue cycle for therapy, psychiatry, IOP/PHP, MAT, and residential programs. With deep knowledge of DSM-5, ASAM, and payer policies, we help you stay compliant, improve cash flow, and maximize reimbursement.Grow your practice with billing designed specifically for behavioral health.

Why behavioral health billing is different

Billing for behavioral health services requires a combination of clinical acumen, precise coding, and strict privacy safeguards. Providers face complex authorization workflows, payer-specific rules, and documentation requirements that differ from other specialties.

Core services

  • Intake and eligibility verification
  • Authorizations and referral management
  • Charge capture and claim submission
  • Denial prevention and appeals
  • Clinical documentation review (CDI)
  • KPI dashboards and analytics

How we deliver measurable value

We combine certified coders, automated scrubbing rules, and payer-specific workflows to minimize rework and accelerate reimbursement. Our engagement models—project, dedicated staff augmentation, or managed services—integrate with your EHR and practice-management systems.

Success snapshot

Outcome: Through targeted coding audits and front-office automation, we have reduced average claim-denial rates by up to 30% and lowered A/R days by approximately 20% for behavioral health clients.

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"SamITHealth's behavioral health billing team reduced our denials and improved documentation quality across our clinics."
— Practice Manager, Behavioral Health Group
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