Episode 130: [Practice Management] Implications of the Federal "Open Notes" Rule (Effective Nov. 2nd)
Release Date: 10/30/2020
Episode 525: Patrick Casale on Considerations for Diagnosing Neurodivergence in our Current Context
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, Patrick Casale joins us for a difficult but necessary conversation on the implications of diagnosing neurodivergence in our current social and political context. We discuss: The current social and political context that is causing concern for neurodivergent people and their loved ones Client self-determination in determining if diagnosis goes into their medical record The benefits of having a diagnosis on the record The risks of having a diagnosis on the...
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Episode 524: Real Talk: PCT Answers: Supervision and Session Recordings -- Secure Access Without the Stress
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we share HIPAA savvy and practical options to securely record and share sessions for supervision. We discuss: Why session recordings need to be so secure Common non-secure recording storage methods we see at PCT The PCT-preferred solution for storing session recordings (and why we recommend doing it this way) How to securely record and share online sessions or in-person sessions Google Workspace best practices Another (less tech-friendly) option for...
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Episode 523: Quick Wins: Boost Your Practice Security With 2FA and Google Authenticator
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we have a realistic, high impact action for you to take today to boost your practice security: set up two-factor authentication (2FA). We discuss: What 2FA is and why it’s so useful Where we recommend having 2FA set up How Google Authenticator works for 2FA and why we love it How to set up and use Google Authenticator Action steps to take today to boost practice security with 2FA Listen here: For more,
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Episode 522: Real Talk: PCT Answers - Can My Supervisees Practice Across State Lines Under My Compact Privileges?
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we answer a question we’re getting a lot recently, about what’s permitted when supervising pre-licensed therapists. We discuss: How compact privileges work for therapists PSYPACT and the upcoming Counseling Compact and Social Work Licensure Compact AAMFT and the push for licensure portability How to manage supervision for pre-licensed folks Liability and ethical implications for unauthorized practice Listen here: For more, PCT Resources ...
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Episode 521: Practical Steps for Avoiding Shared Admin Accounts and Managing Role-Based Access
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we share a how-to guide for managing role-based access and shared accounts with HIPAA in mind. We discuss: How to audit system access in your practice Defining roles and responsibilities to determine access Managing shared email accounts with email delegation The difference between email aliases and delegated accounts Steps to take when systems don’t allow for multiple logins Listen here: For more, Resources HHS FAQ: PCT Resources PCT...
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Episode 520: The Risk No One Talks [Enough] About: Shared Admin Accounts and Role-Based Access
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we explain why shared admin accounts are a security concern under HIPAA and what you can do about it. We discuss: Why shared accounts are a no-no, and why it’s such a common practice The HIPAA standards that are impacted by this practice The internal and external risks of sharing admin accounts The why and what of role-based access control Listen here: For more, Resources HHS FAQ: PCT Resources Free CE course for group practice...
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Episode 519: Quick Wins: Simple Settings to Secure your Smartphone and Protect Client Info
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we share a quick update to your smartphone settings to increase device security. We discuss: Overwhelm as a barrier to HIPAA compliance and the key to success Two security settings to update on your smartphone Risk exposure + device security How to get step-by-step guidance for your specific device Listen here: For more, PCT Resources weekly (live & recorded) direct support & consultation service, Group Practice Office Hours -- including...
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Episode 518: Mental Health Parity on Pause: What the Final Rule Non-Enforcement Means for Providers
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we unpack what mental health providers need to know about the recently announced non-enforcement of the 2024 Final Rule of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. We discuss: The history and purpose of the Parity Act What has not changed with the Parity Act Key provisions of the 2024 Final Rule The implications of the non-enforcement of this rule State laws and states with stronger parity protections What you can do as a provider to advocate for...
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Episode 517: Intake, Assessment, and Diagnosis with Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey of QA Prep
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we discuss managing documentation for intakes and assessments with Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey of QA Prep. We cover: Top misconceptions about documenting intakes and assessments Time management and logistics for intakes and assessments Balancing ethics, legal obligations, and customer service What Maelisa recommends covering in an intake session Layering informed consent How to minimize writing the same things over and over in assessments Our upcoming CE training...
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Episode 516: Documentation Dilemmas & Strategies with Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey of QA Prep
Group Practice Tech
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we chat with Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey of QA Prep about common documentation issues that come up in group practice. We discuss: Maelisa’s background and business, QA Prep Why there aren’t black and white guidelines for documentation How to determine what to include in documentation The most common people who will read your notes Informed consent and documentation, especially for vulnerable populations Progress note templates and policies...
info_outlineWelcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Roy Huggins, your co-hosts of Person Centered Tech.
In our latest episode, we’re talking about the upcoming federal Open Notes Rule, which goes into effect on November 2, 2020.
We discuss who needs to know about this new rule, the short term and long term effects of this rule, the electronic health records initiative, quality and coordination of care, the 21st Century Cures Act (and how it is not HIPAA), information blocking, opennotes.org, exceptions to the rule, certified EHR systems, rights of access, the difference between psychotherapy notes and progress notes, and our upcoming webinar with Eric Strom on this topic.
Listen here: https://personcenteredtech.com/group/podcast/
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