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Direct Billing by MFTs and MHCs: A Comprehensive Guide for Year 2024

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A New Era for Mental Health Access The landscape of mental healthcare in the United States underwent a significant change on January 1, 2024. Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) and Mental Health Counselors (MHCs) can now directly bill Medicare for services they furnish and diagnose.

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Understanding Basics of Alternative Payment Models (APMs)

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An Alternative Payment Model (APM) is a payment approach that gives added incentive payments to provide high-quality and cost-efficient care. CMMI considers APMs to be any arrangements whereby providers are held accountable for the quality and costs of care, not just paid based on the volume of services they deliver.

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3 Key Wound Care Billing Updates for 2024

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Several significant updates affecting wound care billing took effect in January 2024. Here’s a breakdown of three key wound care billing updates for 2024 that you need to know: 3 Key Wound Care Billing Updates for 2024 1. This code is separate from the codes used for other wound care services.