Suburban Pastoral Counseling Clinic Inc.

Suburban Pastoral Counseling Clinic Inc., also known as Suburban Crossroads Counseling, is a nonprofit organization based in Catonsville, Maryland. The organization has been tax-exempt since November 1995 and operates under the Employer Identification Number (EIN) 52-1870531.

Mission

Suburban Pastoral Counseling Clinic Inc. focuses on providing mental health services to individuals in need. The organization seeks to make these services accessible by utilizing insurance programs and a sliding scale fee structure. This approach aims to ensure that everyone, regardless of their financial situation, can access necessary counseling services.

Practices and Compliance

In recent years, the organization faced allegations related to the submission of improper claims. Specifically, it was alleged that Suburban Crossroads Counseling submitted claims for "incident-to" services provided by licensed clinical professional counselors and graduate professional counselors, which were not covered by Medicare or Maryland Medicaid. Following self-disclosure to the Office of Inspector General (OIG), the organization agreed to pay $65,000 to resolve these claims under the Civil Monetary Penalties Law.

Evaluation and Ratings

Suburban Pastoral Counseling Clinic Inc. holds a 4/4 star rating from Charity Navigator, indicating a high level of transparency and accountability in its operations.

Operational Overview

As a public charity, Suburban Pastoral Counseling Clinic Inc. does not report distributing grants as part of its activities. It operates primarily to deliver mental health services within its community.