Common Questions About Speech Language Pathology (SLP) Billing
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Many people perceive January 1 as a good time to set goals and broaden their knowledge or skill set. Some may learn a new language, while others may read more novels throughout the year. One New Year’s resolution for speech-language pathologists might be to brush up on Speech Language Pathology (SLP) Billing best practices. After all, with Medicare’s recent reduction in reimbursement for therapy services, making every claim count in the new year will be more critical than ever. With that in mind, here are common questions about Insurance billing for outpatient services that every SLP should be aware of: Do SLPs work with patients or clients? SLPs work with clients/patients of all ages in their homes or outpatient settings like speech and hearing clinics or doctors’ offices. SLPs who provide home care services may work for home health care agencies, early intervention programs, or in private practice. Can a speech-language pathologist bill Medicare directly? Speech-lan...