The Mozu Blog
Insights on clinical documentation, mental health practice management, and how AI can support the work you do.
December 18, 2025
The Clinical Guide to Difference Between 90837 And 90834 Reimbursement
The fundamental difference between CPT codes 90837 and 90834 lies in the documented session duration and, consequently, the expected clinical intensity and reimbursement. CPT 90837 represents 60-minute individual psychotherapy, demanding a minimum of 53 minutes of direct patient interaction for Medicare, while 90834 covers 45-minute individual psychotherapy, typically requiring 38-52 minutes. Reimbursement for 90837 is generally higher due to the extended service time, but it necessitates e
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December 12, 2025
The Clinical Guide to Optum Behavioral Health Audit Checklist 2025
The Optum Behavioral Health Audit Checklist for 2025 will intensify scrutiny on medical necessity, CPT code accuracy, and comprehensive documentation linking services to treatment goals. Providers must prioritize a proactive, data-driven approach to compliance to mitigate significant recoupment risks and ensure revenue integrity. Optum Behavioral Health Audit Checklist 2025: Fortifying Your Clinical Fortress Against Recoupment The landscape of behavioral health reimbursement is a ba
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December 5, 2025
Medicare's New ACCESS Model: What It Means for Tech-Enabled Care (And How Moco Can Help)
The 10-year ACCESS program finally aligns Medicare payment with outcomes-focused care. Learn what it means for your organization and how to prepare. Last updated: December 6, 2025 | We'll continue updating this guide as CMS releases more details about ACCESS requirements and reporting. If you deliver tech-enabled chronic care, you probably heard the news: CMS just announced a massive Medicare opportunity for digital health. The ACCESS Model (Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable
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December 1, 2025
The 2025 Mental Health Burnout Report: Statistics You Need to Know
Key Findings (TL;DR) In 2025, 54% of mental health clinicians report frequent burnout, with administrative burden cited as the primary driver. The average therapist now spends 11 hours per week on unpaid documentation, costing private practices an estimated $71,500 annually in lost revenue opportunity per clinician. 2025 Burnout Statistics: At A Glance Metric2025 StatisticTrend vs 2023Clinician Burnout Rate54%Plateaued (High)Withdrawal from Peers46%IncreasedIntent to Leave (2 Years)15.4%In
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