Category: Massage Therapy

A realistic 90-day roadmap for acupuncture and massage therapy insurance credentialing: NPI and CAQH setup, payer applications, follow-up scripts, and effective dates, with direct links to enrollment portals.

If you run a massage therapy practice or an integrative health clinic, you’ve likely been asked this question dozens of times by patients entering retirement age: “Does Medicare cover my massage therapy?” ​The short answer is no—Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) does not cover standalone massage therapy. ​However, as integrative care becomes more […]

Today, we are going to demystify the process. If you are a new provider, a student prepping for graduation, or a cash practice finally ready to level up, here is your step-by-step blueprint to getting your paperwork ready for the insurance billing grid.

This is the third post in our ongoing series on how to successfully start accepting insurance in your integrative chiropractic, acupuncture, or massage therapy practice.

This comprehensive guide explains how to bill Medicare for acupuncture services, covering provider eligibility requirements, CPT codes, documentation standards, and common billing mistakes to avoid. Learn the specific requirements for Medicare acupuncture billing and optimize your practice's revenue potential.

This comprehensive guide explains how to properly bill CPT code 97124 for 60-minute massage therapy sessions using the 8-minute rule. Learn time-based billing calculations, documentation requirements, and strategies to maximize insurance reimbursements while avoiding common billing mistakes that cause claim denials.

The 2025 therapy CPT code updates bring significant changes affecting alternative medicine practitioners, including Medicare conversion factor cuts, new documentation requirements, and expanded billing opportunities for complex cases.

Are you leaving money on the table with incorrect manual therapy billing? Many healthcare providers struggle with proper CPT code usage, leading to claim denials and lost revenue. Understanding the manual therapy CPT code system isn't just about compliance, it's about maximizing your practice's financial health. Struggling with manual therapy billing accuracy? Contact our healthcare billing experts to discover […]

Do you feel like wrestling with insurance forms is harder than working out those stubborn knots in your client's back? You're not alone! Many massage therapists dodge the insurance game entirely because it seems too complex. But here's the truth, mastering CPT codes could be your ticket to helping more clients and boosting your income. […]

Platforms like Holbie offer the flexibility to either allow patients to schedule their own appointments or require practice approval for each booking.

Continuing education courses is not just a requirement for maintaining licensure, it's also a crucial part of personal and professional development in the fields of acupuncture and massage therapy. It allows you to stay updated with the latest techniques, research, and best practices, ensuring that you can offer the highest level of care to your […]

As a massage therapist, you are often juggling several roles. From managing appointments, maintaining client records, and handling billing to focusing on providing exceptional care to your clients - it can all become overwhelming. The good news? It doesn't have to be. Thanks to technology advancements, specifically in the area of practice management software, practitioners […]