Common Pitfalls in Behavioral Health Billing and How to Fix Them

Hosted by AMA STEPS Forward in partnership with the BHI Collaborative, this webinar will bring together experts in medical coding, integrated behavioral health care, and health system finance. They will explore common behavioral health billing and coding challenges and share strategies for avoiding costly mistakes. Attendees will gain insights into pitfalls such as incorrect code selection, documentation deficiencies, missed opportunities to bill for additional services, and workflow challenges that can lead to denials or underpayment. The discussion will examine how organizations can strengthen operational and payment processes while supporting high-quality, whole-person care. Through real-world examples and expert perspectives, attendees will learn how to navigate the evolving behavioral health coding landscape and develop sustainable billing approaches across care settings.