Navigating Neuropsychology 170 | The Business of Neuropsychology – A Conversation With Dr. Mark Barisa
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Jul 1, 2025 Dr. Mark Barisa, a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist and owner of Performance Neuropsychology, dives deep into the business side of neuropsychology. He discusses essential topics like billing complexities, strategic planning, and the various employment models within the field. Barisa emphasizes the need for financial literacy among clinicians and shares practical tips for mastering neuropsychological report writing. The conversation also highlights the importance of branding and professional presentation in ensuring sustainability and growth in practice.
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Business Skills Are Missing In Training
- Neuropsychologists are rarely taught business skills like billing, budgeting, and strategic planning during training.
- Without business knowledge, altruistic clinical goals can collide with institutional financial realities.
Scale Into Private Practice
- If leaving salaried employment for private practice, scale up gradually while still employed.
- Start private work part-time and transition when your practice reliably replaces your salary and benefits.
Document Time And Billing Precisely
- Track CPT codes, units, and exact minutes for each encounter and include them in documentation.
- Keep start/stop logs and record referrals and medical necessity to support billing and avoid denials.
