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Why Do Insurance Companies Take So Long to Pay Claims?
Barrett Merrill
February 20, 2025
For behavioral health professionals, waiting for insurance reimbursements can feel like an eternity. Delays in payment can disrupt cash flow,...
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How Therapists Can Avoid Billing Fraud, Abuses, and Errors
Barrett Merrill
February 17, 2025
Insurance billing in behavioral health is complex and requires meticulous attention to detail to ensure compliance with insurance regulations and...
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What are CPT Code Modifiers?
Barrett Merrill
February 13, 2025
As a behavioral health professional, billing and coding can feel overwhelming. However, understanding the nuances of coding—especially CPT code modifiers—is...
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The Difference Between CPT Codes and ICD Codes
Barrett Merrill
February 6, 2025
Understanding the differences between CPT codes and ICD codes is crucial for therapists and billers navigating the complexities of behavioral...
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The Financial Value of Practice Systems
Barrett Merrill
February 5, 2025
The Overlooked Power of Systems We’ve all heard people discuss business systems. For many, the term itself sparks an internal...
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What Therapists Need to Know About the CMS-1500
Barrett Merrill
January 30, 2025
For behavioral health therapists accepting Medicaid, one of the most critical documents for submitting claims is the CMS-1500 form. This...
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How Do I Know When I’ve Outgrown My EHR?
Barrett Merrill
January 23, 2025
As a behavioral health leader of a growing practice, your electronic health record (EHR) system plays a central role in...
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8 Tips to Maximize Insurance Reimbursements for Therapists
Barrett Merrill
January 16, 2025
As a therapist, there's nothing worse than "low and slow" insurance reimbursement rates. However, with the right strategies, you can...
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What is the Difference Between Medicaid and CHIP?
Barrett Merrill
January 9, 2025
Navigating the world of health insurance can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding government programs like Medicaid and...
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5 Trends in Behavioral Health Medicaid for 2025
Barrett Merrill
January 2, 2025
As we launch into 2025, several key trends are poised to shape the landscape of behavioral health services within Medicaid...
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The 7 Most Important EHR Features for Therapists Accepting Medicaid
Barrett Merrill
December 26, 2024
For therapists accepting Medicaid, having the right Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is crucial. Medicaid’s stringent compliance requirements and complex...
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What Does Medicaid Cover in Behavioral Health?
Barrett Merrill
December 5, 2024
Medicaid is a lifeline for millions of Americans, providing essential healthcare coverage to low-income individuals, families, and vulnerable populations. For...
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Common Reasons Claims Are Rejected or Denied by Medicaid
Barrett Merrill
November 28, 2024
For behavioral health providers accepting Medicaid, claims rejection and denial can be an overwhelming and time-consuming challenge. Frequent claim denials...
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What’s an Ombudsman? (And how they can help therapists)
Barrett Merrill
November 21, 2024
As behavioral health providers, dealing with insurance companies and Medicaid payers often feels like an uphill battle. Delayed reimbursements, denied...
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What’s the Difference Between MCOs and PHPs?
Barrett Merrill
November 14, 2024
If you’re a behavioral health provider accepting Medicaid, understanding the complexities of different types of managed care programs is crucial...
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What are Payer IDs and EDIs?
Barrett Merrill
November 7, 2024
In the world of behavioral health, understanding insurance and Medicaid billing is crucial for therapists who want to maintain a...
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How to Prepare for a Medicaid Audit as a Therapist
Barrett Merrill
October 31, 2024
As a behavioral health therapist or practice, participating in Medicaid or Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) offers a valuable opportunity to...
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What Are MCOs and How do they work in Behavioral Health?
Barrett Merrill
October 15, 2024
Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) play a critical role in the healthcare system, particularly in the United States. At their core,...
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Medicaid 101: What it is and its Role in Behavioral Health
Barrett Merrill
September 27, 2024
Behavioral health Medicaid refers to the coverage provided by Medicaid, the United States' public health insurance program, specifically for mental...
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How to Setup your Behavioral Health Practice to Accept Medicaid
Barrett Merrill
September 4, 2024
Getting set up to accept Medicaid or a Managed Care Organization (MCO) as a payer for client sessions is crucial...
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Fun Committee: 20 Activity Ideas for Playing as a Team!
Barrett Merrill
July 22, 2024
Build team morale by having fun and playing games together. Teams that play together, stay together! Throughout the lifetime of...
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A 7-Step Guide to Navigating Mental Health Billing
Integrity Support
July 3, 2024
Mental health billing can be a complex and time-consuming process, but it’s manageable with the right approach. Properly setting up...
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Getting Ahead of the “Summer Slowdown”
Barrett Merrill
June 26, 2024
The “summer slowdown” is a common experience for mental and behavioral health clinicians. Typically occurring from mid-May through July, client...
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40+ Tools for Therapists in 2024
Integrity Support
June 19, 2024
We are only as effective as our systems allow us to be. With the multitude of financial, administrative, and marketing...
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16 Books for Therapists and Practice Owners
Integrity Support
June 11, 2024
Fostering a culture of “lifelong learning” is crucial for the success of your practice or agency. At Checkpoint EHR, one...
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Hiring and Retaining Therapists in a Market with >30% Annual Turnover
Integrity Support
June 5, 2024
Mental health organizations across the U.S. face significant challenges when recruiting and retaining therapeutic staff. With an annual turnover rate...
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Optimizing Workflows with a Customizable Behavioral Health EHR
Integrity Support
March 27, 2024
In the intricate maze of behavioral health management, where the quest for unparalleled efficiency and effectiveness is relentless, enter Checkpoint...
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Understanding the Change Healthcare Cyberattack: Implications for Providers
Integrity Support
March 20, 2024
In recent weeks, the healthcare industry has been rocked by a significant cybersecurity attack on Change Healthcare, dubbed CHOPD...
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The Counseling Compact
Integrity Support
February 19, 2024
Our team at Checkpoint EHR would like to discuss the Counseling Compact in today's blog. The Counseling Compact represents a...
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About the Client Portal
Integrity Support
January 26, 2024
Welcome to the future of practice management! At Checkpoint EHR, we understand the unique challenges faced by behavioral health professionals...
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4 Ways EHRs Improve Patient Safety
Integrity Support
January 23, 2024
Electronic Health Records (EHRs) have proven to be nothing short of a transformative force in the healthcare industry. They have...
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EHR Software and Its Role in Preventive Medicine
Integrity Support
October 3, 2023
In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, technology plays a pivotal role in transforming the way medical professionals deliver care. One...
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Signs Your Therapy Practice Is Losing Money
Integrity Support
August 29, 2023
Running a therapy practice comes with its unique challenges, and one of the most critical aspects is managing your finances...
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Secondary Claims – The EHR & Clearinghouse Are Included
Integrity Support
August 3, 2023
If you’re a practitioner working to run your own business, you know that one of the most time-consuming tasks to...
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EHR Billing And Coding: Can It Improve Your Revenue Cycle?
Integrity Support
July 6, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, efficient revenue cycle management is crucial for the financial stability of medical practices. One...
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4 Features You Can Expect From Checkpoint EHR
Integrity Support
June 2, 2023
If your behavioral health practice lacks efficiency or is struggling to improve patient outcomes, Checkpoint EHR is the electronic health...
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Four Reasons to Choose Checkpoint EHR
Integrity Support
June 1, 2023
Electronic Health Records (EHR) software is an essential tool that helps improve the healthcare services you can provide for your...
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Choosing the Best Behavioral Health EHR System: What to Consider!
Integrity Support
May 2, 2023
When it comes to managing a behavioral healthcare practice, having the right electronic health records (EHR) system in place is...
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What is the Difference Between a Claim Rejection & a Claim Denial?
Integrity Support
March 21, 2023
In the world of healthcare billing, there are plenty of terms that get mixed up easily. One question we repeatedly...
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Google My Business Tips for Your Practice!
Integrity Support
February 1, 2023
Google My Business (GMB) is a free online marketing tool that allows businesses to manage their online presence across Google,...
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Improving EHR Satisfaction Through Training
Integrity Support
January 18, 2023
Electronic Health Records (EHRs) have become a crucial part of delivering high-quality behavioral health services. These digital healthcare records allow...
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4 Benefits Of Checkpoint Electronic Health Records
Integrity Support
November 16, 2022
At Checkpoint EHR, we strive to provide complete electronic health records (EHR) software that is customizable to fit the needs...
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How To Navigate Rate Increases
Integrity Support
October 13, 2022
In uncertain times, navigating rate increases can seem like a dangerous prospect. After all, the payer does pay a little...
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September Is Suicide Prevention Month
Integrity Support
September 6, 2022
Each year nearly 45,000 people in America die by suicide, and as one of the leading causes of death in...
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EHR Billing And Coding: How It Improves Your Revenue?
Integrity Support
July 25, 2022
As a behavioral health practitioner, you may find it challenging to keep up with the numerous electronic healthcare records of...
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EHR Pricing Solutions for Your Practice
Integrity Support
August 6, 2021
At Checkpoint, we strive to provide an electronic health records (EHR) solution for any type and size of behavioral health...
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The Importance of EHR in Behavioral Health Care
Integrity Support
October 8, 2020
Electronic health records (EHR) are widely used among medical providers and are becoming increasingly more popular with behavioral health professionals...
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Is Using an EHR Compulsory for Private Healthcare Practices?
Integrity Support
January 29, 2018
A recent decision by a judge in New Hampshire has led many people in private medical practices to wonder if...
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What You Need to Know About the Improving Health Information Technology Act
Integrity Support
January 22, 2018
The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions unanimously passed the Improving Health Information Technology Act in early 2016,...
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The Pros and Cons of Accepting Medicaid
Integrity Support
January 12, 2018
There are advantages and disadvantages to accepting Medicaid patients in a medical practice. Many physicians feel the disadvantages outweigh the...
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3 Healthcare Trends to Watch in 2018
Integrity Support
January 5, 2018
The healthcare industry is in a constant state of flux. Ever-changing regulations, procedures and commercial demands make it difficult for...
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Assessing Your Practice’s EHR Needs
Integrity Support
December 29, 2017
Deciding on an EHR system is not is not as simple as going out and buying some hardware and software....
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Are EHR Systems Regulated by the Government?
Integrity Support
December 22, 2017
At present, EHR systems are not directly regulated by the government, although some people are calling for legislation to change...
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Epic Systems Corporation Accused Of Fraud
Integrity Support
December 15, 2017
Epic Systems Corporation a leading EHR system provider, is facing a lawsuit that alleges its system fraudulently bills Medicare and...
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4 Tips to Help Streamline Your EHR System’s Workflow
Integrity Support
December 7, 2017
An EHR system is an indispensable tool for a modern healthcare service provider. Despite this, it is not uncommon to...
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What Is the Future of EHR Security?
Integrity Support
November 29, 2017
Security is one of the most important considerations when using an EHR system. EHR security is vital to protect confidential...
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Is Third-Party Medical Billing Assistance Worth the Cost?
Integrity Support
November 22, 2017
At first glance, medical billing assistance would seem to be a wise investment for healthcare providers. It removes the overhead...
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Does Using an EHR Really Save Time in Your Workday?
Integrity Support
November 7, 2017
EHR vendors highlight how to save time by using their systems, but these claims are not often backed up by...
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Unintentional Fraud: Can It Impact Your Healthcare Practice?
Integrity Support
October 30, 2017
The accusation of fraud in healthcare services implies that a person intentionally and willingly tried to gain a financial benefit...
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Physician, Heal Thyself: When Healthcare Providers Suffer From Seasonal Affective Disorder
Integrity Support
October 20, 2017
As winter approaches in the northern hemisphere, a significant number of people will develop symptoms of seasonal affective disorder. Seasonal...
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State of Emergency: How the National Response to the Opioid Epidemic Could Affect Healthcare Providers
Integrity Support
October 12, 2017
President Trump has stated that he will declare a national emergency to address what he referred to as the nation's...
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What Type of EHR Pricing Structure Is Best for My Practice?
Integrity Support
September 28, 2017
There are many different types of EHR pricing structure, and working out which one is best for your healthcare practice...
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The Importance of Tracking Outcome Measurements for Your Practice
Integrity Support
September 21, 2017
In recent years, the healthcare industry has begun to adopt approaches used in other types of industries to improve the...
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Staff Credentials: How to Keep Your Team up to Date
Integrity Support
September 14, 2017
Staff credentials of some sort are required to work in most aspects of medical services. They ensure that staff members...
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Expanding Your Practice: Make Sure Your Business Infrastructure Can Keep up
Integrity Support
September 7, 2017
Your IT system is one of the most crucial components of your business infrastructure. IBM rates infrastructure as the key...
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How Rising Premiums Affect Mental Healthcare Providers
Integrity Support
August 30, 2017
Healthcare providers are likely to find rising premiums affect mental healthcare services more than other types of healthcare services. Around...
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What Happens During Claim Scrubbing?
Integrity Support
August 22, 2017
Claim scrubbing is a service offered by third parties to healthcare providers. Its primary purpose is to detect and eliminate...
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How to Find and Eliminate Hidden EHR Fees
Integrity Support
August 14, 2017
The term “hidden fees” is quite loose and has negative connotations. There is little doubt that some businesses may use...
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Why Paying for Individual EHR Users Is Costing Your Agency
Integrity Support
August 4, 2017
If you manage the finances in a healthcare provider agency, it may seem that paying for individual EHR users is...
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EHR for Solo Practitioners: What You Need to Know
Integrity Support
July 27, 2017
EHR for solo practitioners is an absolute necessity. Over 70 percent of solo practitioners and small medical practices have installed...
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7 Key EHR Features for Medicaid Billing
Integrity Support
July 20, 2017
While the primary focus of a healthcare practice is to provide treatment for patients, the provider also needs to generate...
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Clearinghouse Fees’ Effect on Bottom Line
Integrity Support
July 13, 2017
Medical billing clearinghouse fees are fees that are added on to contracted fees by most EHR software providers who process...
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How to Run a Business on Christian Principles
Integrity Support
July 7, 2017
According to figures released by Gallup, more than 70 percent of Americans identify as Christian.1 Christians attempt to follow Jesus’...
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The Importance of a Privacy Policy in Behavioral Health
Integrity Support
June 26, 2017
For any healthcare practice, a privacy policy is a must-have for the security of your patients' information. Not only is...
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Client Payment Questions Providers Should Always Ask
Integrity Support
June 19, 2017
Healthcare practitioners can ensure they're properly compensated for their services by having intake staff ask the right client payment questions....
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Benefits of Using EHR vs. Paper Records
Integrity Support
June 12, 2017
When comparing the benefits of EHR vs. paper records, many aspects should be taken into consideration. Many healthcare practitioners recognize...
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EHR Security: 3 Features Your EHR Needs
Integrity Support
June 5, 2017
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act mandates protocols to protect patient healthcare data. Every healthcare practice using electronic healthcare...
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3 Tips for Managing a Team of Therapists
Integrity Support
May 29, 2017
If you are managing a team of therapists, your aim will be to deliver top-class care to your patients while...
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The Importance of EHRs in Digitizing Health Care
Integrity Support
May 22, 2017
Digital technology has revolutionized the delivery of medical care, and the role of EHRs in digitizing health care is continually...
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The Difference Between MIPS and APMs
Integrity Support
May 15, 2017
Beginning in 2019, doctors will need to choose between MIPS and APMs for Medicare payments, and the choice they make...
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How EHRs Can Help You Run Your Practice Affordably
Integrity Support
May 8, 2017
There are numerous ways in which EHRs can help you run your practice affordably. EHRs help to streamline the entire...
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How Health Care Centers are Using EHRs Across the U.S.
Integrity Support
April 28, 2017
An electronic medical record stores standard medical and clinical data gathered in a medical practice. An electronic health record goes...
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How Can Health IT Improve Health Care?
Integrity Support
April 21, 2017
IT systems are becoming increasingly important in the efficient management of the health care sector. In the early days of...
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5 Important Health Care Trends to Watch for in 2017
Integrity Support
April 14, 2017
There is a strong focus on the health care industry in 2017. Controversy over the future of the Affordable Care...
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What Makes an Ideal EHR for a Behavioral Health Practice?
Integrity Support
April 7, 2017
Behavioral health services are increasingly embracing modern technology in the form of electronic health records to improve efficiency levels. Numerous...
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Advantages of EHRs for Medicaid and Medicare Providers
Integrity Support
March 29, 2017
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 provided financial incentives to eligible medical professionals, hospitals and Medicare Advantage organizations...
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Advantages of an EHR For Behavioral Health Care
Integrity Support
March 22, 2017
Behavioral health care facilities offer a wide variety of services. Group therapy, individual counseling, medical evaluations, outpatient therapy and residential...
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EHR: A Valuable Tool for Individual Counselors
Integrity Support
March 15, 2017
Addiction counselors are discovering that using electronic health records to collect and consolidate client data and treatment protocols instead of...
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Key Differences of Medicare and Medicaid
Integrity Support
March 8, 2017
There are many key differences of Medicare and Medicaid, but both of these government programs are designed to help people...
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What makes us unique
Integrity Support
July 28, 2016
We're great people We at Integrity Support work hard to be men and women of Integrity, honesty, trust, and transparency....
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Leaving money on the table?
Integrity Support
May 2, 2016
Lost Claims Do you feel like you are not getting every hard earned dollar deserved? You’ve done the hard part...
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What does it mean to be a faith based business?
Integrity Support
March 3, 2016
Webster’s Dictionary defines faith as “Fidelity to one's promises, or allegiance to duty, or to a person honored and beloved;...
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Checkpoint E-Prescribing
Integrity Support
February 29, 2016
Checkpoint E-Prescribing Readiness We are proud to announce our Checkpoint E-Prescribing of controlled substances (EPCS) as our newest feature available...
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Psychological Interventions for Bereaved Children and Families
Integrity Support
January 26, 2015
February 6, 2015 Psychological Interventions for Bereaved Children, Youth and Families View Brochure | Register Online
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Assessments and Interventions for Pediatric Sleep Disorders
Integrity Support
January 26, 2015
January 29, 2015 Introduction to Assessment and Behavioral Intervention for Pediatric Sleep Disorders View Brochure | Register Online
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Understanding Aggressive Behaviors in Young Children
Integrity Support
January 26, 2015
Understanding and Managing Challenging and Aggressive Behaviors in Young Children April 15, 2015 Edwin W. Monroe AHEC Conference Center Greenville,...
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Care in Behavioral Health Settings
Integrity Support
January 26, 2015
Please join us for the second session in our 2014 - 2015 quarterly training series: Trauma Informed Care in Behavioral...
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