Compliance in ABA therapy is a topic that provokes anxiety in many practitioners and practice owners — particularly those who entered the field through clinical training rather than business education. CPT codes, documentation requirements, authorization processes, and insurance audits can feel like externally imposed bureaucratic obstacles to the clinical work that matters.
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Join Free →In the "Making Compliance Your Best Friend" webinar, hosted by Raven Health, Tim Crilly, BCBA, checks in with Rebecca Womack, BCBA, on the intricacies of compliance in ABA therapy. Womack, the President and CEO of Raw Consulting, provides critical insights for new and growing ABA practices, stressing that compliance goes beyond mere rule-following. It's about protecting the practice and ensuring the highest standards of client care. Key takeaways include the importance of understanding CPT codes, maintaining accurate documentation, and the necessity of implementing a robust compliance program to avoid costly mistakes and maintain strong relationships with payers.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 0.5 | General |
| COA | 0.5 | — |
Tim has worked in the ABA field for 20 years and became a BCBA in 2011. Tim has worked for two national ABA companies in many capacities from both a clinical and operations perspective. Tim served as the Director of Clinical Autism Services for Magellan Health, where he oversaw a team of care managers responsible for reviewing and authorizing ABA therapy. In this role, Tim was involved in policy development, network development, and external partnerships. Tim currently works as the SVP of Strategic Partnerships at Raven Health. Tim brings his unique experience of having worked on both sides of the industry to this session.
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