https://easehealth.com/blog Insights, guides, and best practices for behavioral health practice management from Ease Health. en-us Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:22:10 GMT https://easehealth.com/blog/ub04-behavioral-health-billing How to bill PHP and IOP on the UB-04: the shared revenue code set, the condition codes that tell the programs apart (41 and 92), bill types, and 2024 APC payment. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Ease Health Team https://easehealth.com/blog/ub04-behavioral-health-billing https://easehealth.com/blog/verification-of-benefits-treatment-centers How verification of benefits works for addiction treatment centers: the 270/271 eligibility check, what to capture, level-of-care authorization, and common denials. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Ease Health Team https://easehealth.com/blog/verification-of-benefits-treatment-centers https://easehealth.com/blog/asam-levels-of-care The ASAM Criteria levels of care explained, from outpatient to medically managed inpatient, plus the Fourth Edition changes and what your EHR needs to capture. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Ease Health Team https://easehealth.com/blog/asam-levels-of-care https://easehealth.com/blog/ai-therapy-notes-hipaa Whether AI therapy notes are HIPAA compliant: the business associate agreement, the required safeguards, and what to ask an AI scribe vendor before you buy. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Ease Health Team https://easehealth.com/blog/ai-therapy-notes-hipaa https://easehealth.com/blog/behavioral-health-ehr-cost What drives behavioral health EHR cost: pricing models, per-provider versus per-user fees, common add-ons, and how to compare total cost across systems. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Ease Health Team https://easehealth.com/blog/behavioral-health-ehr-cost https://easehealth.com/blog/psychiatry-ehr-software What a psychiatry EHR needs beyond a general behavioral health system: EPCS for controlled substances, PDMP integration, psychiatric templates, and rating scales. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Ease Health Team https://easehealth.com/blog/psychiatry-ehr-software https://easehealth.com/blog/switching-behavioral-health-ehr How hard it is to switch behavioral health EHRs: what data transfers, the migration timeline, who does the work, and the federal export rules that protect you. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Ease Health Team https://easehealth.com/blog/switching-behavioral-health-ehr https://easehealth.com/blog/ease-health-41m-series-a-behavioral-health Ease Health has raised $41M in Series A funding led by Andreessen Horowitz to unify CRM, EHR, and RCM into a single AI-native platform for behavioral health providers. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/ease-health-41m-series-a-behavioral-health https://easehealth.com/blog/types-of-ehr-systems A complete breakdown of every type of EHR system — cloud-based vs on-premise, specialty-specific vs general, modular vs all-in-one — with examples and guidance for behavioral health practices. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/types-of-ehr-systems https://easehealth.com/blog/era-835-eob-explained Learn to read and interpret ERA 835 files and EOBs. Understand adjustment codes, denial reasons, and payment reconciliation for mental health billing. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/era-835-eob-explained https://easehealth.com/blog/insurance-credentialing-guide-therapists Step-by-step guide to getting credentialed with insurance companies. Learn the credentialing process, timelines, required documents, and how to avoid. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/insurance-credentialing-guide-therapists https://easehealth.com/blog/medicare-billing-mental-health-providers Everything mental health providers need to know about billing Medicare in 2026. Enrollment, covered services, rates, telehealth rules, and common mistakes. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/medicare-billing-mental-health-providers https://easehealth.com/blog/mental-health-claim-denials-guide Learn why mental health claims get denied and how to prevent, appeal, and recover revenue in 2026. Actionable strategies for behavioral health practices. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/mental-health-claim-denials-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/mental-health-cpt-codes-complete-guide Master mental health CPT codes for 2026. Comprehensive guide to psychotherapy codes, psychiatric evaluations, add-on codes, and common billing mistakes. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/mental-health-cpt-codes-complete-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/negotiating-insurance-contracts-therapists Learn how to negotiate higher reimbursement rates with insurance companies. Proven strategies for therapists to increase revenue without seeing more clients. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/negotiating-insurance-contracts-therapists https://easehealth.com/blog/prior-authorization-mental-health-guide Master prior authorization requirements for mental health services. Learn what requires auth, how to request it, and strategies to avoid auth-related denials. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/prior-authorization-mental-health-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/psychological-testing-billing Master psychological testing billing with this comprehensive guide to CPT codes 96130-96139, documentation requirements, prior authorization strategies. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/psychological-testing-billing https://easehealth.com/blog/substance-abuse-billing-guide Complete guide to billing for substance abuse treatment services. Covers H codes, SBIRT, levels of care, ASAM criteria, and payer-specific requirements. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/substance-abuse-billing-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/superbills-out-of-network-therapy-guide Learn how to create superbills, help clients get reimbursed for out-of-network therapy, and build a successful private pay practice. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/superbills-out-of-network-therapy-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-billing-mistakes-avoid Avoid costly billing errors that lead to claim denials and revenue loss. Learn the most common therapy billing mistakes and proven strategies to prevent them. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-billing-mistakes-avoid https://easehealth.com/blog/client-feedback-therapy-practice Learn systematic approaches to gathering client feedback, including tools, surveys, and review strategies. Use feedback to drive continuous improvement in. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/client-feedback-therapy-practice https://easehealth.com/blog/client-retention-therapy-practice Learn evidence-based strategies to improve client retention in your therapy practice. Reduce dropout rates, strengthen therapeutic alliances, and improve. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/client-retention-therapy-practice https://easehealth.com/blog/creating-welcoming-therapy-environment Design physical and virtual therapy spaces that put clients at ease. Covers office design, accessibility, telehealth backgrounds, and creating positive. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/creating-welcoming-therapy-environment https://easehealth.com/blog/improving-therapy-outcomes-tracking Learn to implement outcome measurement in your therapy practice using PHQ-9, GAD-7, and other validated tools. Improve clinical effectiveness and. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/improving-therapy-outcomes-tracking https://easehealth.com/blog/client-communication-templates-therapists Ready-to-use email templates and scripts for therapists: intake communications, appointment reminders, cancellation policies, termination letters. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/client-communication-templates-therapists https://easehealth.com/blog/group-therapy-billing-management Master group therapy billing with CPT code 90853, effective scheduling systems, attendance tracking, and clinical documentation best practices for. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/group-therapy-billing-management https://easehealth.com/blog/reduce-no-shows-therapy-practice Reduce therapy no-shows and late cancellations with these evidence-based strategies. Protect your revenue and improve client outcomes. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/reduce-no-shows-therapy-practice https://easehealth.com/blog/soap-notes-mental-health-documentation Master SOAP note documentation for therapy. Templates, examples, and best practices for compliant, efficient clinical documentation. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/soap-notes-mental-health-documentation https://easehealth.com/blog/streamline-therapy-intake-process Optimize your therapy practice intake process with online forms, automated scheduling, insurance verification, and client communication strategies that. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/streamline-therapy-intake-process https://easehealth.com/blog/telehealth-therapy-complete-guide Everything therapists need to know about telehealth in 2026: platform selection, HIPAA compliance, billing codes and modifiers, client engagement strategies, and more. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/telehealth-therapy-complete-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/treatment-planning-best-practices Master treatment planning for therapy with SMART goal frameworks, evidence-based approaches, documentation best practices, and progress tracking. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/treatment-planning-best-practices https://easehealth.com/blog/42-cfr-part-2-substance-abuse-records Comprehensive 2026 guide to 42 CFR Part 2 regulations for substance abuse treatment records. Covers consent requirements, permitted disclosures, and 2024 rule changes. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/42-cfr-part-2-substance-abuse-records https://easehealth.com/blog/hipaa-compliance-checklist-therapists Complete HIPAA compliance checklist for mental health providers. Covers Privacy Rule, Security Rule, BAAs, breach notification, and documentation. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/hipaa-compliance-checklist-therapists https://easehealth.com/blog/informed-consent-therapy-guide Complete guide to informed consent for mental health providers. Covers required elements, state variations, telehealth consent, minors, and documentation. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/informed-consent-therapy-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/mandatory-reporting-mental-health Comprehensive guide to mandatory reporting requirements for therapists. Covers child abuse, elder abuse, duty to warn, state variations, and documentation. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/mandatory-reporting-mental-health https://easehealth.com/blog/mental-health-record-retention Complete guide to mental health record retention requirements. Covers state laws, HIPAA, malpractice considerations, minor records, and secure destruction. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/mental-health-record-retention https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-documentation-requirements Complete guide to therapy documentation requirements. Learn what auditors examine, how to demonstrate medical necessity, common mistakes that trigger. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-documentation-requirements https://easehealth.com/blog/cash-flow-management-therapists Master cash flow management for your therapy practice. Learn forecasting, building reserves, managing insurance payment delays, and handling seasonal. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/cash-flow-management-therapists https://easehealth.com/blog/setting-therapy-session-rates Learn how to set therapy rates using market data, cost analysis, and value-based pricing. Includes strategies for raising rates and communicating with clients. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/setting-therapy-session-rates https://easehealth.com/blog/sliding-scale-fees-therapy-practice Learn how to create a sustainable sliding scale fee structure for your therapy practice that increases access while maintaining financial health. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/sliding-scale-fees-therapy-practice https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-practice-financial-kpis Learn the key financial performance indicators every therapy practice should track. Understand revenue metrics, collection rates, overhead ratios, and. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-practice-financial-kpis https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-practice-profit-margins Learn what healthy profit margins look like for therapy practices, how to calculate yours, and proven strategies to improve profitability without burnout. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-practice-profit-margins https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-practice-taxes-guide Comprehensive tax guide for therapists covering business structures, deductions, quarterly taxes, retirement accounts, and year-round tax planning strategies. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-practice-taxes-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/marketing-therapists-complete-guide Master marketing for your therapy practice with proven strategies for website optimization, Psychology Today, therapist directories, SEO, and building. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/marketing-therapists-complete-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/referral-network-therapists Master the art of building referral networks for your therapy practice. Learn strategies for physician relationships, school partnerships, EAP contracts. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/referral-network-therapists https://easehealth.com/blog/scaling-group-therapy-practice Complete guide to growing your therapy practice from solo to group. Learn when to hire, compensation models, building systems, developing culture, and. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/scaling-group-therapy-practice https://easehealth.com/blog/solo-vs-group-practice-decision Compare solo and group therapy practice models to find the right fit for your career. Explore financial considerations, lifestyle factors, when to expand. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/solo-vs-group-practice-decision https://easehealth.com/blog/starting-therapy-private-practice Everything you need to launch your therapy private practice in 2026. Complete checklist covering business formation, licensing, credentialing, EHR. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/starting-therapy-private-practice https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-niche-specialization-guide Learn how to choose a therapy specialty that aligns with your passion and market demand. Complete guide to niche marketing, training paths, and pricing. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-niche-specialization-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/california-medi-cal-mental-health-billing-2026 Complete guide to billing Medi-Cal for mental health services in California. Learn about managed care plans, specialty mental health, authorization. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/california-medi-cal-mental-health-billing-2026 https://easehealth.com/blog/california-mental-health-parity-laws-2026 Understanding California's mental health parity laws including SB 855. Learn how parity protections affect coverage and how to advocate for your patients. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/california-mental-health-parity-laws-2026 https://easehealth.com/blog/california-mental-health-reimbursement-rates-2026 Comprehensive guide to California mental health reimbursement rates for 2026, including Medicare, Medi-Cal, and commercial insurance rates for therapy and. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/california-mental-health-reimbursement-rates-2026 https://easehealth.com/blog/california-telehealth-laws-mental-health-2026 Complete guide to California telehealth regulations for therapists. Learn about licensure requirements, consent, billing, and interstate compact participation. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/california-telehealth-laws-mental-health-2026 https://easehealth.com/blog/therapist-credentialing-california-2026 Step-by-step guide to insurance credentialing for therapists in California. Learn the requirements for LCSW, LMFT, LPCC credentialing with major payers. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT zach-cohen https://easehealth.com/blog/therapist-credentialing-california-2026 https://easehealth.com/blog/building-therapy-practice-culture Complete guide to building strong practice culture in therapy group practices. Learn to define values, improve communication, run effective meetings. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/building-therapy-practice-culture https://easehealth.com/blog/clinical-supervision-best-practices Comprehensive guide to providing effective clinical supervision in group practices. Learn supervision models, documentation requirements, liability. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/clinical-supervision-best-practices https://easehealth.com/blog/hiring-therapists-group-practice Complete guide to recruiting, interviewing, and retaining therapists for your group practice. Learn compensation strategies, onboarding best practices. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/hiring-therapists-group-practice https://easehealth.com/blog/managing-remote-therapy-team Complete guide to leading remote and hybrid therapy teams. Learn communication strategies, accountability systems, team connection approaches, and virtual. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/managing-remote-therapy-team https://easehealth.com/blog/preventing-therapist-burnout Comprehensive guide to recognizing and preventing therapist burnout. Learn evidence-based strategies for boundaries, self-care, caseload management, and. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT steve-gold https://easehealth.com/blog/preventing-therapist-burnout https://easehealth.com/blog/therapist-compensation-models Compare W-2 employee, 1099 contractor, fee split, and salary compensation models for therapists. Understand legal requirements, tax implications, and. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT samantha-walter https://easehealth.com/blog/therapist-compensation-models https://easehealth.com/blog/ai-documentation-mental-health-practice Learn how to use AI documentation tools ethically in your therapy practice. Comprehensive guide to HIPAA compliance, best practices, and maximizing. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/ai-documentation-mental-health-practice https://easehealth.com/blog/choosing-ehr-mental-health-practice The complete guide to selecting an EHR for your therapy practice. Compare features, pricing, implementation approaches, and avoid costly mistakes. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/choosing-ehr-mental-health-practice https://easehealth.com/blog/practice-automation-therapists Discover how to automate scheduling, reminders, intake forms, billing, and more. Practical guide for therapists to reclaim 10+ hours weekly through smart. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/practice-automation-therapists https://easehealth.com/blog/secure-messaging-telehealth-platforms Compare HIPAA-compliant telehealth and secure messaging platforms for therapy practices. Features, pricing, compliance requirements, and implementation guide. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/secure-messaging-telehealth-platforms https://easehealth.com/blog/switching-ehr-systems-guide Step-by-step guide to switching EHR systems for your therapy practice. Learn how to plan migration, transfer data, train staff, and avoid costly mistakes. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/switching-ehr-systems-guide https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-practice-analytics-kpis Master the essential KPIs for running a successful therapy practice. Financial metrics, clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and how to build. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/therapy-practice-analytics-kpis https://easehealth.com/blog/why-behavioral-health-ehrs-are-broken The history of why your software feels like it was built 15 years ago, and why the next generation of tools is finally putting practice operations first. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT maria-gray https://easehealth.com/blog/why-behavioral-health-ehrs-are-broken