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Home » Courses » Understanding Medical Necessity and Documenting Mental Health Services
[CoHealth Course]

Understanding Medical Necessity and Documenting Mental Health Services

By Brenda K. Billimoria, LCSW



Length: 20 page(s)

CE Credits (CDPH CNA): 0.00 credit(s)

CE Credits: 1.50 credit(s)

Online Price: $39.95

Course Type: Full

Focus:
This course provides a thorough, in-depth look at the important policy of medical necessity from the vantage point of third-party insurance payers, particularly Medicare. "Medically necessary" services are discussed from a regulatory, pragmatic, and reimbursement perspective, especially in regard to mental health services. The focus is on problem-oriented medical records and outcome measures, with expert recommendations on translating psychological content into measurable goals, objectives and progress. Participants will have no difficulty understanding how to write progress notes that will stand up to Medicare review and audit.
Audience: Mental Health Practitioners

Certifications: APA, BBS, TXBSW, FLBSW

With every purchase of an online text course, you receive:
  1. Online viewing of course for 60 days
  2. CE credit, upon finishing course
  3. Certificate of Completion
Course Extra:
Mail a CD Copy for $10.00 extra