Strategic Services
Negotiate Better Rates, Maximize Revenue
Expert payer contract negotiation services that secure higher reimbursement rates and better terms for your behavioral health facility.
The Challenge
Payer contracts are complex, and insurance companies have teams of professionals whose job is to minimize what they pay you. Without expertise and data to back up your position, you're leaving money on the table with every contract renewal.
Our Solution
VitalBridge brings decades of payer negotiation experience to your corner. We analyze your data, benchmark against market rates, and negotiate aggressively on your behalf. Our relationships with major payers give us leverage that drives results.
Comprehensive Solution
What's Included
Contract Analysis
Deep dive into existing contracts to identify improvement opportunities and fee schedule gaps.
Market Benchmarking
Compare your rates against regional and national benchmarks to build your case.
Negotiation Strategy
Develop data-driven negotiation strategies tailored to each payer relationship.
Contract Review
Thorough review of contract language, carve-outs, and terms that impact revenue.
Payer Meetings
Representation in payer meetings and negotiations on your behalf.
Ongoing Monitoring
Continuous tracking of contract performance and renegotiation triggers.
Simple Process
How It Works
Assessment
We analyze your current contracts, payer mix, and reimbursement data.
Strategy
Develop negotiation strategy with target rates and key talking points.
Negotiation
Execute negotiations with payers, leveraging data and relationships.
Implementation
Ensure new rates are properly loaded and being paid correctly.
Why Choose Us
Key Benefits
Higher Rates
Average 15-25% increase in contracted rates.
Better Terms
Improved contract language that protects your interests.
Data Leverage
Negotiate from strength with market data on your side.
Save Time
Let experts handle complex negotiations.
Average Rate Increase
Contracts Negotiated
Additional Revenue Secured
Client Retention
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Results vary by payer and current contract, but our clients typically see 15-25% rate increases on average. Some contracts yield significantly higher improvements.
Yes, we negotiate with all commercial payers, Blue Cross plans, managed Medicaid, and behavioral health carve-out companies like Magellan, Optum/UBH, and Beacon.
We can review your contracts immediately and develop a strategic timeline. Many contracts allow for mid-term rate negotiations.
Initial contract analysis takes 2-3 weeks. Actual negotiations can range from 30 days to 6 months depending on the payer.
We need copies of current contracts, fee schedules, and 12 months of claims data. We also review your payer mix and denial rates.
“VitalBridge negotiated a 28% rate increase with our largest payer. That single contract added over $400,000 to our annual revenue.”