It's a simple truth: If you are a psychotherapist, and don't take insurance, you're missing out on many potential client referrals. And chances are you've lost some terrific clients who couldn't afford to continue in therapy with you because you weren't covered by their health plan. If you've thought about accepting insurance, you already work with a few companies, or you're an insurance "veteran," this is a must-have reference. Written by a psychotherapist with 16 years' experience working with more than 20 insurance networks, this practical manual won't gather dust on your bookshelf; you will use it again and again in your practice. In an easy-to-follow format, it answers all your questions about working with employee assistance, managed care, and traditional insurance plans. You'll get the latest information about the NEW HCFA/CMS-1500 insurance claim form (version 08/05). This new form is already required by government health plans, and will soon be required by most private plans (for more information on this new form, click here). The sample claim and straightforward, line-by-line instructions to this essential new form that are included in this book are alone worth the cover price! (To order the new forms, click here.) Using a case example, the manual takes you step-by-step through every detail of working with a client's coverage, giving insider tips for dealing with insurance companies. You'll find forms you can use when checking benefits, a comprehensive glossary that will make you fluent in insurance terms, and resource pages chock-full of helpful contacts and publications. TO ORDER NOW, CLICK HERE GOT AN INSURANCE QUESTION OR PROBLEM? CLICK HERE JOIN BARBARA AT A WORKSHOP! For a list of upcoming appearances, click here TO RECEIVE BARBARA'S FREE MONTHLY INSURANCE E-MAIL NEWSLETTER, CLICK HERE (Your information will remain confidential.) Topics Include: Understanding EAPS, HMOs, and PPOs Will your treatment be micromanaged? Becoming a preferred provider — what they look for, and how to sell yourself Can you do long-term therapy? Ways to accept insurance without joining networks How to address confidentiality concerns How to maximize referrals from insurance How taking insurance affects your therapy The 12 crucial questions to ask when checking a client's insurance The pros and cons of accepting insurance The secrets to getting more sessions Legal and ethical considerations Tricks to getting paid — fast Common billing practices that could put your license in jeopardy The truth about fee discounts and raises How to successfully appeal claim denials Common myths about working with insurance A self quiz: Is accepting insurance right for you? To view reviews, click here To view the complete Table of Contents, click here