Retired ~ Ethics VI, Part B, Chronic Medical Illness
Category:
7
Credits:
1.5
Objectives:
• Recognize factors that impact the incidence of medical errors.
• Learn about disclosure, release of information and confidentiality under HIPPA.
Description:
Margot Escott, LCSW "Medical Errors" explains why medical error training is important for non-medical health providers and discusses the most common errors that occur. Sandra Nye, MSW, JD "Understanding HIPAA" looks at the ever baffling and worrisome topic of HIPAA. Should we be paranoid about it? Or should we view it as good for our patients and therefore, for us? Sandra Nye, attorney and social worker explains why it is in everyone’s best interest to comply with these regulations.
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)
