Medtransic launches mental health billing division targeting industry's highest denial rates

RCM firm Medtransic launched a dedicated mental health billing division to address the specialty's persistently high claim denial rates. The move highlights systemic payer challenges in behavioral health, including complex medical necessity reviews, frequent prior auth requirements, and restrictive visit limits. Behavioral health practices should review their current denial management processes for services like psychotherapy and psychiatric evaluations. Monitor payer-specific behavioral health policies and consider whether specialized RCM support could improve clean claim rates and reduce administrative burden.