• Learn how to establish and maintain ethical and positive working relationships with managed care companies, on behalf of their client
• Learn how to manage boundary issues in rural communities
Description:
There are many situations and traditions and practices in other forms of therapy in which certain boundaries are murky. There is a wide range of "boundary crossings" that are not violations and may be sensitive, sensible, and humane, and therefore justified and consistent with good care. The speakers in this program address when is these boundary crossings are negligence, justifying licensing sanctions and financial settlements, and when they are good care. The quality, ethical practice of putting patients first is important to stop problems before they start. The current climate for mental health providers presents unique issues for careful, protective consideration. Kathleen Desgranges, MSW, BCD has been very successful in communication with managed care companies. In the first of these two interviews, Ms. Desgranges discusses how to establish positive working relationships with managed care companies. In the second interview, an update, Ms. Desgranges discusses the most current, more relaxed trends of managed care.
Approval Bodies:
Professional Development
Florida Dept. of Health (Board of Social Work, Marriage & Family, Mental Health Counseling)
NAADAC, National Association for Addiction Professionals
National Board for Certified Counselors
Florida Board of Nursing
Association of Social Work Boards Approved Continuing Education (ACE)
California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP)
CAADE - California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators
Connecticut Certification Board, Inc.
Pennsylvania Certification Board
Florida Board of Psychology
California Board of Registered Nursing
California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP)
