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SPEECH THERAPY BILLING SERVICES
Speech-Language Pathologists play a vital role in treating language, communication, and swallowing disorders, but managing billing while providing care can be overwhelming.
Billing for speech therapy involves more than just claim submission, it requires knowledge of specific CPT codes such as 92507 for therapy services and 92523 for evaluations, along with accurate ICD-10 coding and proper documentation.
MZ Billing’s Speech Therapy Medical Billing Services are designed to take this burden off your practice. We handle eligibility checks, prior authorizations, coding accuracy, timely claim submissions, and denial management. Our team stays updated on payer rules, therapy cap tracking, and compliance requirements to minimize errors and ensure faster reimbursements.
We understand the most common challenges speech therapy providers face, denied claims, missing documentation, and delayed payments, and we work proactively to resolve them. By reducing rejections and improving claim accuracy, we help practices secure consistent revenue while avoiding compliance issues.
With our expertise in speech-language pathology billing, providers can focus on patient outcomes, knowing their financial operations are in safe hands.
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We Understand Your Speech Therapy Services
As a speech-language pathologist (SLP), you work with patients across a wide range of communication and swallowing challenges. Your services are diverse, and each area of care often requires specific billing codes and documentation.
Here are some of the areas where SLPs commonly provide support:
- Treating motor speech disorders such as apraxia and dysarthria
- Addressing language development delays in children
- Providing therapy for adults with aphasia after stroke or brain injury
- Supporting reading, writing, and literacy development
- Improving social communication and pragmatic language skills
- Treating fluency disorders such as stuttering
- Assisting patients with cognitive-communication difficulties
- Managing feeding and swallowing problems (dysphagia)
Because these services involve different coding requirements and payer rules, billing can quickly become complicated.
That’s why our Speech Therapy Billing team is trained in the codes and compliance standards that apply directly to your work, helping claims move forward without unnecessary delays.
Expert Help with Speech Therapy Billing and Coding
CPT codes are the numbers used to describe the services you provide to patients. Using the correct code is essential—it determines whether you get paid accurately and keeps your practice compliant with CMS and insurance rules. When claims are coded correctly the first time, rejections drop, payments come faster, and you spend less time on paperwork and more time with your patients.
Common CPT Codes for Speech Therapy
Speech, Language, and Cognition
92526 – Treatment of swallowing and feeding disorders
97533 – Sensory integration therapy, per 15 minutes
92507 – Treatment of speech, language, voice, or auditory processing disorder (individual)
92520 – Laryngeal function studies
92521 – Evaluation of speech fluency (e.g., stuttering)
Swallowing Function
92610 – Evaluation of swallowing function
92611 – Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function
92612 – Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing function
Caregiver Training (Speech Services)
97550 – Initial caregiver training, first 30 minutes
97551 – Additional caregiver training, each 15 minutes
97552 – Group caregiver training
Common ICD-10 Codes for Speech Therapy
F80.2 – Expressive language disorder
F80.9 – Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
F98.5 – Adult onset fluency disorder (e.g., stuttering)
R47.1 – Dysarthria and anarthria
R13.10 – Dysphagia, unspecified
R13.12 – Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
R48.8 – Other symbolic dysfunctions (e.g., reading or writing difficulties)
How MZ Medical Billing Helps
Our team understands how to apply these codes correctly and link them to the right documentation. We reduce rejected claims, keep your billing process compliant, and make sure reimbursements are received on time.
Our Speech Therapy Billing Services
MZ Billing’s Speech Pathology Service helps speech language pathologists manage billing and collections with ease. With 24/7 access to financial information, electronic claims service, and help staying current with billing rules, we make your work easier.
Medical Billing Services
We manage the entire billing process for speech therapy practices, ensuring claims are accurate and submitted on time for prompt payment.
Medical Coding Services
Our experts apply the correct CPT and ICD codes for speech therapy services to prevent rejections and maximize reimbursements.
Provider Credentialing Services
We help speech therapists get credentialed with insurance companies to expand your network and improve accessibility for patients.
Practice Audit Services
Our team conducts billing audits to identify errors, improve compliance, and ensure your billing process meets industry standards
Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)
We manage your revenue cycle from start to finish, ensuring efficient cash flow and reducing delays in payments.
Insurance Verification Services
We verify patients’ insurance coverage and benefits to provide accurate cost estimates for speech therapy services.
Outsource Prior Authorization Services
We handle prior authorizations for therapy services, reducing delays and ensuring treatments are approved.
Denial Management
Our specialists identify the reasons for denials, correct issues, and resubmit claims to secure payments promptly.
Payment Posting
We carefully post payments to maintain accurate financial records and track reimbursements for speech therapy services.
Accounts Receivable (AR) Recovery
Our AR recovery services focus on collecting outstanding payments effectively, improving your practice’s financial performance.
Telehealth Billing
We manage billing processes for virtual speech therapy sessions, ensuring compliant and accurate claim submissions.
Healthcare Digital Marketing/SEO
We assist speech therapy practices in building an online presence with effective digital marketing and SEO strategies to attract more patients.
Benefits for Your Speech Pathology Practice
Stay Current with Medical Billing Regulations
MZ Billing’s Speech Pathology Service ensures your billing follows up-to-date regulations, preventing errors and payment delays.- Increase Income
With accurate medical billing for your SLP practice, we help you get paid fully and on time for your services, improving your income. Efficient Collections and Reimbursements
Our Speech Pathology Billing Solutions make sure payments come faster, helping keep cash flow steady for your private practice.Reduce Workload
Leave billing to us while you focus on helping patients with language development skills and solving language development problems.24/7 Access to Financial Information
With MZ Billing’s Speech Pathology Practice Billing Services, you can access reports and check your finances anytime, giving you full control.Certified Professional Coders
Our team includes experts in speech pathology billing and coding who ensure claims are correct, so insurers pay without issues.Maximum Reimbursements
We specialize in Speech Pathology Billing and Collections to ensure you receive every dollar you earn for your services.Electronic Claims Service
We handle claims electronically for faster processing and smoother reimbursements, saving you time and effort.Professional Customer Service
Our team provides reliable support, helping speech pathologists with all billing questions and challenges.Free Business Consultation
We offer consultations to discuss how our SLP Medical Billing Services can support your practice and improve your revenue cycle management.Client Reporting
Get detailed reports to track financial progress and manage your practice better.
Speech Therapy Billing & RCM Services for Providers Across All 50 States
MZ Medical Billing LLC provides specialized speech therapy billing and Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) services to providers nationwide. Our team helps speech-language pathologists improve reimbursements, reduce denials, and accelerate payments while keeping administrative costs low. Acting as an extension of your practice, our experienced billers manage coding accuracy, clean claim submissions, insurance verification, and payer follow-ups—so you can stay focused on patient care while we handle the billing process.
Medical Billing Services Speech Therapy and Other Specialties
Our billing experts deliver accurate, compliant, and efficient solutions for speech therapy as well as a wide range of healthcare specialties. We provide specialty-specific coding, clean claim submission, denial management, and full revenue cycle management for therapy practices and medical providers nationwide. In addition to speech therapy, we support occupational therapy, physical therapy, ABA therapy, mental health, family medicine, cardiology, dermatology, orthopedics, and many more.
Stop Chasing Payments – Let Your Billing Speak for Itself!
FAQS
Frequently Ask Questions.
What is Speech Therapy Billing?
Speech therapy billing is the process of converting the care provided by speech-language pathologists (SLPs) into standardized medical codes (CPT and ICD-10) and submitting them to insurance companies for reimbursement. It requires knowledge of therapy-specific codes, payer rules, therapy caps, and compliance with CMS and private insurance guidelines. Accurate billing covers insurance verification, coding, claim submission, denial management, and payment posting. Since speech therapy often includes evaluations, treatment sessions, and caregiver training, correct documentation is essential to avoid denials and delays.
Why is speech therapy billing more complex than other specialties?
Speech therapy billing involves specialty-specific CPT and ICD-10 codes, therapy cap limits, payer-specific guidelines, and detailed documentation. Small errors in coding or paperwork can lead to denials or delayed payments, making it more complex than general medical billing.
What CPT codes are most commonly used in speech therapy billing?
Common CPT codes include 92507 (speech, language, or voice therapy), 92523 (speech and language evaluation), 92526 (swallowing treatment), 92610 (swallowing evaluation), and 97533 (sensory integration therapy). Correct usage is critical for compliance and payment.
Why is accurate coding important in speech therapy billing?
Accurate coding helps practices receive proper reimbursement, avoid claim denials, and stay compliant with payer requirements. Using the correct CPT and ICD codes ensures claims are processed smoothly.
How does outsourcing speech therapy billing help providers?
Outsourcing reduces administrative workload, improves clean claim rates, speeds up reimbursements, and ensures compliance with payer regulations. It also allows SLPs to focus more on patient care instead of billing tasks.
Does speech therapy billing cover telehealth services?
Yes. With the rise of telehealth, billing for virtual speech therapy sessions is now covered by most insurers. However, correct coding and documentation are essential for successful claim approval.
What is Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) in speech therapy?
Do you work with speech therapy providers in all states?
How do I get started with MZ Medical Billing for speech therapy services?
Simply schedule a free consultation or fill out our contact form. Our team will review your current billing process, identify gaps, and outline how we can improve collections and reduce administrative burdens for your practice.
