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(CY) 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Key Provisions Impacting Clinical Social Workers

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These provisions are outlined below and cover a number of areas, including but not limited to telehealth, the Quality Payment Program (QPP) and reimbursement. Telehealth. NASW supports CMS’ proposal to extend several of the telehealth flexibilities which were implemented early in the pandemic. Opioid Treatment Programs.

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Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule for CY 2022

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Telehealth. Before the public health emergency (PHE), Medicare telehealth coverage was limited. As a result, CMS temporarily expanded telehealth coverage under the PFS. Telehealth Services List: CMS will continue the use of the temporary services added to the list through December 31, 2023. Geographic Restrictions .

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GuestPost: Surviving a Major Bipolar Depressive Episode and Finding a Purpose in my Life by Becky Rowland

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I was finally diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1992 after I faced disciplinary action while a graduate counseling student because I had disabling symptoms of psychosis. At home, I did coloring in adult coloring books, journaling, reading, and engaged in counseling sessions via telehealth.

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Free Tele-Play Therapy Training

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Tillman completed her pre-doctoral internship in child-clinical and pediatric psychology at the Virginia Treatment Center for Children through the Medical College of Virginia before earning her PhD in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Child Development from the University of North Dakota.

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Maternal Mental Health Matters: A Neglected but Vital Issue

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For example, some women may prefer to receive counseling from a female provider, from someone who speaks their language, or from someone who shares their religious beliefs. Providers and communities may need to investigate or create new ways to treat patients, such as through telehealth options.

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Patient Experience in Light of the COVID-19 Pandemic

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It’s important for leaders to stay connected to their people so that they can identify and support those who may benefit from counseling or treatment. Telehealth for example, will likely remain as an accessible, reliable form of patient care. Remember that, after the crisis has passed, mental health effects will persist.

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News Items – September 28, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Discernment counseling is a short-term therapy “designed to help couples on the brink of divorce gain clarity and confidence about deciding on a direction for their marriage,” according to Susan Lager, LICSW, a psychotherapist and relationship coach who conducts discernment counseling in Portsmouth, N.H. PsychCentral. KIVITV.com.