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How much do behavioral health billing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for behavioral health billing in Indiana is $23.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $26.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in behavioral health billing?

To thrive in Behavioral Health Billing, you need a solid understanding of medical billing procedures, insurance guidelines, and behavioral health terminology, often supported by relevant experience or certification such as Certified Professional Biller (CPB). Familiarity with billing software, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and coding standards like ICD-10 and CPT is crucial. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients and providers set top performers apart. These skills ensure accurate claim processing, reduced denials, and consistent revenue flow for behavioral health practices.

What are some common challenges faced by behavioral health billing professionals?

Behavioral Health Billing professionals often encounter unique challenges such as navigating complex insurance policies, staying up to date with frequent regulation changes, and addressing claim denials specific to mental health services. They may need to coordinate closely with therapists and clinicians to clarify documentation and ensure compliance with payer requirements. Additionally, keeping up with evolving billing codes and advocating for client reimbursement requires diligence and continuous learning. Facing these complexities, successful billers contribute to the financial health of their organizations and help ensure patients can access the care they need.

What is behavioral health billing?

A Behavioral Health Billing job involves managing the billing and insurance claims process for mental health and substance abuse treatment services. Professionals in this role ensure that healthcare providers receive proper reimbursement by coding services correctly, submitting claims, and following up on denials or discrepancies. They must also stay updated on insurance policies, Medicaid/Medicare guidelines, and industry regulations. Attention to detail and knowledge of medical coding (such as CPT and ICD-10 codes) are essential.

What are the most commonly searched types of Behavioral Health Billing jobs in Indiana? The most popular types of Behavioral Health Billing jobs in Indiana are:
Infographic showing various Behavioral Health Billing job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, and 29% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,766 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner - Behavioral Health (inpatient)

Deaconess

Evansville, IN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Deaconess Health System rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

Deaconess Cross Pointe is seeking a full-time (80 hrs/pay) Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our experienced team of Psychiatrists and several Advanced Practice Nurses. Candidates should be licensed in the State of Indiana with full prescriptive authority and certified by the ANCC/AANP as a Nurse Practitioner. Experience in inpatient and behavioral health settings is preferred.
Job Duties include the following, other duties may be assigned:
• Plans/coordinates patient discharge and/or transfer.
• Responds to the Emergency Department for evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Obtains histories and performs physical examinations.
• Diagnoses and manages acute and chronic health conditions via evidence based guidelines.
• Orders, conducts, and interprets diagnostic studies and laboratory tests.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including but not limited to suturing, wound care, incision and drainage, splinting, casting, biopsies, invasive procedures such a line placement, etc. in accordance with training, scope of practice and collaborative and supervisory agreement requirements.
• Prescribes or recommends pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, including controlled medications in accordance with practicing state's Codes/Regulations, State Controlled Substance Registries , and supervisory agreements.
• Consults appropriate physician(s) for patient care needs.
• Refers patients to appropriate sources of care as indicated.
• Works to exceed national benchmarks for quality care delivery, cost containment and length of stay for various disease states.
• Assists patients to maximize their abilities to cope with health and illness.
• Presents and documents patient data.
• Responsible with hospitalist team to help reduce patient length of stay by performing tasks and evaluations in a timely manner, as well as, advocating for the patient regarding system issues in the hospital preventing them from creating barriers that increase patient length of stay, i.e. timely laboratory results, radiology reports, social issues, etc.
• Assures the efficient utilization of resources while supporting clinical pathway implementation and compliance.
• Assures appropriate and timely referrals to an appropriate facility as indicated by the patient care needs in consultation with the primary care physician.
• Participates in the assurance of robust communication system (including telephone communications as needed) on the admission/status updates, discharge summaries, etc. in acknowledgement of the inpatient hospitalization as a component of the continuum of care provided by the primary care physician.
• Supports the primary care physician/patient relationship.
• Actively establishes primary care relationships for patients who do not have primary care physicians.
• Maintains a collegial relationship with the interprofessional team involved in care of the patient inclusive of the primary care physician.
• Takes responsibility for assuring patient/family satisfaction with care provided.
• Promotes self-care, health promotion, and disease prevention through the provision of information, counseling, and education for individuals, families and groups as indicated.
• Develops and participates in community outreach programs/activities.
• Weekday eve/night and weekend rounding and on call requirements.
• Assists with relevant billing documentation and development of efficient billing processes.
  • Prescriptive authority will include controlled substance prescriptions for medications as is compliant within the practicing state's codes/regulations (Indiana Code IC 25-23-1-19, and Kentucky KRS 218A.060 -130, under the conditions set forth in KRS 314.042).
  • collaborative physician providers and APNs/PAs will meet to discuss patient care and management and to review current literature regarding practice trends as needed.
  • Collaborative physician providers will evaluate the prescribing practices of the Advanced Practice /Physician Assistant by random, regular review.

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