Workers' Comp Unwrapped 213: Specialty Series- Navigating Workers’ Comp for Psychiatry and Psychology

Mental health care is essential in workers’ compensation—but navigating the system isn’t always easy.
In this episode of Workers Comp Unwrapped, we explore the challenges and solutions for mental health providers in workers’ comp cases.

Here’s what we cover:

• The critical role of psychiatry and psychology in treating workplace trauma, PTSD, and chronic pain-related mental health issues.
• Documentation best practices to meet workers’ comp requirements and secure approvals.
• Common coding and billing challenges and how to address them.
• Tips for submitting effective RFAs and overcoming medical necessity objections.

Whether you’re a psychiatrist, psychologist, or someone supporting mental health services in workers’ comp, this episode equips you with the tools to navigate the system successfully and ensure your patients get the care they need.