Ethics in Behavioral Health Documentation: Reasons, Risks, and Rewards _____________________________
Directive 43: NCCs are to ensure the accuracy of all writ- ten reports based on shall provide direct experiences with individual(s) or documentation from other professionals. Directive 54: All written communications, including those through digital technology must be made part of the client’s official record, including those of a clerical nature. Password security and encryption are to be used for all electronic thera- peutic communications. Directive 55: Client records must be kept for at least five years unless state or federal law states differently. Directive 72: NCCs shall obtain a client’s consent prior to the provision of services. In private practice or other similar situations, this consent shall be documented in writing in a counseling services agreement. This counseling services agree- ment shall become a part of the client’s record. Directive 74: Client records are to be updated throughout the counseling relationship when changes occur in the treatment plan, including those relating to goals, roles and techniques. Directive 75: The primary client must be clearly identified in the client record, as well as others receiving related professional services in connection with the primary client.
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