Coding Library

Multi-Specialty Billing Reference

Expert guidance on CPT codes, modifiers, denial management, and regulatory updates. Always verify with your payer's current policy.

20 articles11 categoriesUpdated 2025
CPT Codes

ABA CPT Code Reference Guide (9715197158, H2019)

A complete reference for the ABA-specific CPT and HCPCS procedure codes used in Applied Behavior Analysis billing, including units, descriptions, and provider requirements.

8 min read·Jan 2025
Modifiers

Modifier Guide for ABA Billing (HO, HN, HM, U1–U9)

A comprehensive guide to the HCPCS modifiers used in ABA billing to identify provider credentials, supervision levels, and service settings.

6 min read·Jan 2025
CPT Codes

Understanding Place of Service Codes for ABA

Learn which Place of Service (POS) codes to use for ABA services provided in clinics, homes, schools, and via telehealth.

4 min read·Feb 2025
Denials & Appeals

Common ABA Claim Denial Reason Codes (CARC Reference)

A practical reference of the most frequently seen CARC (Claim Adjustment Reason Codes) for ABA claims, with plain-language explanations and recommended actions.

10 min read·Feb 2025
Denials & Appeals

How to Appeal a Denied ABA Claim

Step-by-step guidance on the ABA claim appeals process — from identifying appealable denials to writing effective appeal letters.

9 min read·Feb 2025
Billing Workflow

Secondary Insurance Billing for ABA Services

How to coordinate benefits and bill secondary insurance after primary adjudication for ABA claims.

5 min read·Mar 2025
Authorizations

Medical Necessity Documentation for ABA Authorizations

What clinical documentation payers require to approve ABA authorizations and how to structure medical necessity justification.

7 min read·Mar 2025
Provider Credentials

RBT vs. BCBA Billing — Who Renders, Who Supervises

Understand the billing differences between RBTs and BCBAs in ABA, including supervision requirements and the impact on claims.

6 min read·Mar 2025
Telehealth

Telehealth Billing Rules for ABA Providers

Navigate the telehealth billing landscape for ABA services including applicable modifiers, place of service codes, and payer-specific policies.

6 min read·Mar 2025
Billing Workflow

Understanding EOBs and ERAs for ABA Practices

Learn how to read Explanation of Benefits (EOB) and Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA) documents for ABA claims and use them to reconcile payments.

7 min read·Apr 2025
Authorizations

Insurance Authorization Best Practices for ABA

Best practices for requesting, tracking, and managing ABA insurance authorizations to prevent claim denials and authorization gaps.

8 min read·Apr 2025
ICD-10 Codes

Diagnosis Codes Used in ABA (F84.0, F80.x, F90.x)

Reference guide for ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes commonly used in ABA claims, including autism spectrum disorder, communication disorders, and ADHD.

5 min read·Apr 2025
CPT Codes

Billing for Assessment vs. Treatment (97151 vs. 97153)

Understand the key differences between billing for assessments (97151/97152) and treatment (97153/97155), including what documentation is required for each.

5 min read·Apr 2025
Regulatory Updates

ABA Billing in 2025 — Regulatory Updates

Key ABA billing and reimbursement changes in 2025, including payer policy updates, state mandate changes, and CMS guidance.

6 min read·Apr 2025
Provider Credentials

How to Bill for BCBA Supervision vs. Direct Therapy

Understand when BCBA services are billed as supervision, when they are billed as direct therapy, and the documentation requirements for each.

6 min read·Apr 2025
Billing Workflow

Timely Filing Limits by Major Payer

Reference guide for timely filing deadlines at major commercial and Medicaid payers — and how to protect your practice when limits are tight.

5 min read·May 2025
Compliance

Medical Record Retention Requirements for ABA Providers

How long ABA practices must retain patient records, billing documentation, and authorization records under HIPAA, federal, and state law.

6 min read·May 2025
Contracting

Fee Schedule Negotiation for ABA Practices

How to negotiate better reimbursement rates with commercial payers — what leverage ABA practices have and what to include in your counter-proposal.

7 min read·May 2025
Billing Workflow

The ABA Revenue Cycle: From Service to Payment

A complete walkthrough of the ABA revenue cycle — from scheduling and authorization through claim submission, payment posting, and AR follow-up.

8 min read·May 2025
Provider Credentials

Credentialing and Payer Enrollment for ABA Providers

Step-by-step guide to credentialing ABA clinicians and enrolling your practice with commercial payers and Medicaid for in-network billing.

8 min read·May 2025
Disclaimer: This reference is provided for informational purposes only. CPT codes are owned by the American Medical Association. Reimbursement rates, covered services, and modifier requirements vary by payer, state, and specialty. Always verify billing codes with your payer's current coverage policy before submitting claims. Onvelas does not guarantee reimbursement for any code listed here.

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