The AJ Modifier, like some of the HCPCS H modifiers, is used in coding claims. These modifiers differ from diagnosis or CPT procedure codes, and are used to describe a different aspect of the claim. One similar example is the HO modifier which is sometimes required by insurance companies and shows the degree level (Master’s […]

The HE modifier is a H Code HCPCS modifier used in coding claims. This H group of modifiers are used to describe something else about the claim beyond the procedure or ICD10 diagnosis code. The most commonly used modifier in this group is HJ used to code Employee Assistance Program (EAP) visits. Insurance companies will […]

The HN modifier, like the HO modifier, is a HCPCS modifier used in coding some claims. These modifiers are different from CPT or procedure codes and are used to describe something else about the claim. One commonly used example is the HJ modifier which is usually used to code Employee Assistance Program (EAP) visits. Modifiers […]

Cigna telehealth billing for therapy is straight forward.  They do require attestation but otherwise it should be easy to code and bill telehealth mental health sessions with Cigna coverage.  Ensure you are attested before billing Cigna for telehealth therapy. Cigna Telehealth Billing and Coding Guidelines In 2017, Cigna launched behavioral telehealth sessions for all their […]

United Healthcare telehealth billing is simple.  Utilize our guide for UHC telehealth billing for therapy and mental health services in general to ensure your claims are coded as accurately as possible. UHC Telehealth Billing for Therapy United Healthcare which operates under the Optum brand umbrella (alongside of United Behavioral Health) has authorized an expansion of […]

Billing Aetna for telehealth therapy services and general telemedicine for mental health is straightforward, fortunately.  Review our short guide to understand how to code Aetna telehealth billing in general and psychotherapy in particular. How To Bill Aetna for Telehealth Services NOTE:  Due to Covid-19, Aetna has dramatically changed their telehealth requirements.  You can review their […]

Telehealth medicare billing for therapy isn’t too complex, fortunately for mental health providers.  Our guide to Medicare insurance billing for telehealth will help you learn the CPT codes, modifiers, and license you need to bill Medicare for telehealth psychotherapy. Medicare Telehealth Billing Guidelines The following are guidelines created by the Centers for Medicare Services (CMS) […]