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PIRP vs. GIRP vs. BIRP Notes

PIRP vs. GIRP vs. BIRP Notes

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | July 30, 2021

PIRP vs GIRP vs BIRP Notes – What’s the Difference? As a behavioral health clinician, you’re always writing notes during and following sessions. Whether a…

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Creating a Mental Health Crisis System

Creating a Mental Health Crisis Management System

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | July 20, 2021

Guide to Creating a Mental Health Crisis Management System Mental health is a considerable issue for millions of Americans, many of whom struggle to find…

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The Importance of Support and Training Resources when Choosing an EHR Provider

The Importance of Support and Training Resources When Choosing an EHR Provider

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | June 30, 2021

Have you decided to implement new electronic health record (EHR) software in your behavioral and mental health practice? An EHR can help your practice stay…

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Mental Health Billing Tips for 2021

Mental Health Billing Tips for 2022

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | May 21, 2021

When you provide mental health care to your clients, your goal is to give the best treatment possible. You also want insurance companies to reimburse…

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Top 7 Tips for Clinicians Going on Vacation This Summer

7 Tips for Clinicians Going on Vacation This Summer

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | May 12, 2021

You need a vacation. That might be advice you commonly give clients who come to see you due to high stress levels, burnout or anxiety.…

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How to Choose a Clearinghouse

How to Choose a Clearinghouse

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | April 13, 2021

As a mental and behavioral healthcare provider, you want to give your patients the best care and treatment possible. You also want to ensure your…

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Mental Status Exam Cheat Sheet

Mental Status Exam Cheat Sheet

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | March 31, 2021

Mental Status Exam Cheat Sheet Learn how to conduct a comprehensive mental status exam, understand its key components, and explore its role in diagnosing and…

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Biggest Challenges Behavioral Health Clinicians Will Face in 2021

Biggest Challenges Behavioral Health Clinicians Will Face in 2022

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | March 15, 2021

Whether you’re a psychiatrist, clinical social worker, psychologist or counselor, a career in behavioral health can be challenging but rewarding. You need to have excellent…

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Creating a Depression Treatment Plan

Creating a Depression Treatment Plan

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | March 3, 2021

Creating a Depression Treatment Plan As a behavioral health professional, it’s crucial to know how to create a depression treatment plan that shows insurance companies…

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COVID-19: When is it okay to resume in-person mental health services

COVID-19: When Is It OK to Resume In-Person Mental Health Services?

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | January 29, 2021

For many Americans, maintaining mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t been easy. According to a June 2020 survey, 40% of U.S. adults claimed they…

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Why You Should Share Behavioral Health Notes with Patients

Why You Should Share Behavioral Health Notes With Patients

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | January 21, 2021

Sharing Behavioral Health Notes with Patients You might feel a little nervous when you think about writing behavioral health notes your clients will read. You…

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2021 EM Coding Changes

What to Know About the New E/M Coding Changes for 2022

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | January 15, 2021

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the American Medical Association (AMA) have made significant changes to Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding, which…

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A Beginner’s Guide to Mental Health Notes

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | January 12, 2021

Beginners Guide to Mental Health Notes Keeping clear, consistent mental health notes is critical for both client care and insurance compliance. Whether you’re a new…

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Handwritten Therapy Notes are Costing You Time: Here's What to Do

Handwritten Behavioral Health Notes Cost You Time: Here’s What to Do

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | January 6, 2021

Photographers and cartoonists commonly portray therapists holding a notepad and pen as they sit next to clients. There is some truth to this stereotype –…

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8 Tips for Virtual School Counseling

8 Tips for Virtual School Counseling

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | December 31, 2020

As a school counselor, you provide a range of critical services to students. From academic guidance to emotional support, you help students navigate challenges that…

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