A detailed receipt used in healthcare, particularly within mental health services, allows clients to seek reimbursement from their insurance providers for out-of-network expenses. It contains essential information, including the providers name, contact details, license information, the client’s name, dates of service, the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes that specify the type of therapy provided, the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) codes indicating the diagnosis, and the amount charged for each session. As an example, a client attending cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety might receive one containing codes for both the CBT session (CPT code) and the anxiety diagnosis (ICD code).
This receipt’s significance lies in empowering clients with choice. It enables them to access therapists who may not be within their insurance network while still potentially offsetting some of the costs. Historically, obtaining mental health services outside of insurance networks presented a significant financial barrier. This document serves as a bridge, facilitating broader access to qualified mental health professionals and contributing to improved affordability of crucial therapeutic interventions. The client submits it directly to their insurance company for consideration of reimbursement, according to their plan’s out-of-network benefits.
