Billing Basics for Music Therapists

Course Investment: $75

Course Overview

During this 3-hour workshop, participants will learn the basics of billing for music therapy services. Topics covered will include an overview of several areas including definitions of common billing terms, the importance of an efficient billing process and a 4-step plan for implementing an efficient billing process, creating billing policies, HIPAA & confidentiality, rate setting, billing documents, getting comfortable talking about money with clients, common billing mistakes, and tips for successful billing practices.

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• Identify and define common terms related to billing
• Generate basic policy for private practice billing
• Identify 3 considerations for billing as related to HIPAA and confidentiality
• Create an efficient billing process for your music therapy practice in four steps. 

Presenter: Marissa Scott, MA, MT-BC, CLD

Marissa Scott is a board-certified music therapist, certified labor doula and business owner in New Hampshire. 

In 2010, I completed my Masters in Mental Health Counseling & Music Therapy at Lesley University, where I gained a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between mental health and music. After achieving board-certification, I chose to start a group music therapy practice as an effort to grow the field of music therapy in the state of New Hampshire. 

With 14 years as a group practice owner with multiple locations, I have honed my skills in employment and team management, financial management, marketing, client relations, and administration. In 2023 I started consulting where I have the privilege of sharing my extensive knowledge and experience with others in the creative arts therapy industry. Through consulting, I aim to continue contributing to the field of music therapy in innovative and meaningful ways.

Included with this Course...

✓ Lifetime access to the 3-hour video
✓ Certificate of completion (must complete Google Form to receive certificate)
✓ Digital copy of presentation slides with space for notes
✓ 4-Step actionable plan for implementing an efficient billing process
✓ Free PDF: Common Billing Terms & Definitions
✓ Free PDF: Billing Policy & Protocol Questionnaire
✓ Free PDF: Sample Good Faith Estimate
✓ Free PDF: Sample Invoice
✓ Free PDF: Sample Receipt
✓ Free PDF: Sample Superbill
✓ Free PDF: Sample W9
✓ Free PDF: Sample Release of Information Form (ROI)
✓ Free PDF: Sample Billing Communication Scripts
✓ Free PDF: Sample Billing Policies Document
✓ A list of my favorite resources with links

Contact Information

Email: marissa@thesonatinacenter.com

Phone: (603) 978-4808

Website: www.thesonatinacenter.com/courses-and-other-digital-resources