Mastering HIPAA in Mental & Behavioral Health: Understanding FAQs in daily routine and Use Case
As a mental or behavioral health practitioner, your commitment to patient confidentiality is paramount. You handle some of the most
sensitive personal information imaginable. However, navigating the complexities of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), particularly its specific nuances regarding mental health records and psychotherapy notes, can be daunting.
THIS COURSE IS RECOMMENDED AFTER TAKING THE MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDER AWARENESS TRAINING ON HIPAA PRIVACY AND SECURITY
Misunderstandings or unintentional breaches can lead to severe consequences: hefty fines, legal action, reputational damage, and erosion of patient trust. Staying current and confident in your HIPAA knowledge isn’t just good practice—it’s essential for protecting your patients, your practice, and your license.
That’s why we’ve developed “HIPAA for Mental and Behavioral Health Practitioners,” a comprehensive training course designed specifically for your unique needs.
Why This Course is Crucial for Your Practice:
Standard HIPAA training often overlooks the specific challenges faced in mental and behavioral health settings. This course dives deep into the areas that matter most to you:
- Understanding Psychotherapy Notes: Learn the distinct, stricter rules governing these notes compared to general medical records.
- Navigating Patient Rights: Confidently handle requests for access, amendment, and restrictions, particularly concerning sensitive information.
- Managing Disclosures: Know when and how you can (and cannot) share information with family members, other providers, or in legal situations.
- Telehealth Compliance: Implement HIPAA-secure practices for remote therapy sessions, communication, and record-keeping.
- Breach Notification Rules: Know exactly what to do if a breach occurs, minimizing damage and ensuring compliance.
- Practical Safeguards: Learn actionable administrative, physical, and technical safeguards tailored for mental health practices (solo or group).
HIPAA for Mental and Behavioral Health Practitioners Course Outline
Agenda
- Introduction
- Common Questions and Answers
- Around 25 different types of FAQs in day to day life like communicate with a patient’s family, extra protections for mental health information, psychotherapy notes, temporary psychiatric hold by Police, PoA access to Mental Health Records, “Serious and Imminent” Threat Permitting PHI Disclosure
- Real-life Use Case
- Penalty Against Mental Health Center for Failure to Provide Timely Access to Patient Records
HIPAA for Mental and Behavioral Health Practitioners Course Overview:
- Total Course Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Audio: Yes
- Number of Total Slides: 39 slides
- Online course login expires in: 2 months from receiving the login details. You will not have access to online content after you complete the course.
- Certificate valid for: 2 Years
- Type of License: One user license cannot be transferred after login is assigned.
Who Should Attend?
This training is essential for:
- Psychologists (Psy.D., Ph.D.)
- Psychiatrists (MD, DO)
- Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW, LICSW)
- Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC, LPCC)
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)
- Substance Abuse Counselors
- Mental Health Nurse Practitioners
- Practice Managers and Administrators in mental health settings
- Compliance Officers
- Any professional handling mental health records
Invest in Confidence and Compliance Today!
Don’t let HIPAA uncertainties create anxiety or risk for your practice. Equip yourself and your team with the specific knowledge needed to navigate compliance confidently in the mental and behavioral health field. Protect your patients’ privacy, uphold ethical standards, and safeguard your practice’s future.
Cost: $25