Chapter 1: Ethics in Behavioral Health Documentation: Reasons, Risks, and Rewards (Mandatory) 3 CE Hours Release Date: July 10, 2023 Expiration Date: July 10, 2027 Upon successful completion of this course, continuing education hours will be awarded as follows: ● Social Workers and Psychologists: 3 Hours ● Professional Counselors: 3 Hours Author
Matthew Lucas, MS, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing within an integrated primary care practice since 2015. He received a Masters of Science in counseling with an emphasis on marriage, family and child therapy from the University of Phoenix, Sacramento Gateway campus in Northern California. Additionally, he has maintained a private practice since 2011, and has previously directed several psychotherapeutic programs. Most notably, he developed and directed a brief therapy, partial hospitalization program for
high-risk, self-harming adolescents. Mr. Lucas has completed on- going training in Jungian psychotherapy, and continues to study analytical concepts for treatment purposes. He is also an adjunct associate professor with the University of Maryland Global Campus, teaching in the University's First Term Experience department. Matthew Lucas, MS, LMFT has no significant financial or other conflicts of interest pertaining to this course.
How to receive credit ● Read the entire course online or in print.
● Provide required personal information and payment information. ● Complete the mandatory Course Evaluation. ● Print your Certificate of Completion.
● Answer the final examination questions at the end of the course. A passing grade of 75% is required. Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
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to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
©2023: All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Colibri Healthcare, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge of the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Colibri Healthcare, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal, or professional services expert licensed in your state. Colibri Healthcare, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing, but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation nor circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials. Quotes are collected from customer feedback surveys. The models are intended to be representative and not actual customers. Learning objectives
After completing this course, the learner will be able to: Explain the rationale for high-quality documentation. Describe the content of good clinical documentation. Identify aspects of clinical documentation that present potential ethical problems. Implicit in Healthcare Implicit bias significantly affects how healthcare professionals perceive and make treatment decisions, ultimately resulting in disparities in health outcomes. These biases, often unconscious and unintentional, can shape behavior and produce differences in medical care along various lines, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and socioeconomic status. Healthcare disparities stemming from implicit bias can manifest in several ways. For example, a healthcare provider might unconsciously give less attention to a patient or make assumptions about their medical needs based on race, gender, or age. The unconscious assumptions can lead to delayed or inadequate care, misdiagnoses, or inappropriate treatments, all of which can adversely impact health outcomes. Addressing implicit bias in healthcare is crucial for achieving equity in
Describe decision making in ethical documentation. Discuss proper documentation within integrated care settings. Recognize documentation risks specific to digital record- keeping. medical treatment. Strategies to combat these biases involve education and awareness programs for healthcare professionals. These programs help individuals recognize and acknowledge their biases, fostering a more empathetic and unbiased approach to patient care. Additionally, implementing policies and procedures prioritizing equitable treatment for all patients can play a pivotal role in reducing healthcare disparities. Ultimately, confronting implicit bias in healthcare is essential to creating a more just and equitable healthcare system where everyone receives fair and equal treatment regardless of their background or characteristics.
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