Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Assessment and Patient Placement Instruments
Assessment and Patient Placement Instruments
Assessment and Patient Placement Instruments
Sunday 9th July 2017
Discover essential assessment tools like FARS, ASAM, and LOCUS for effective mental health and addiction care with Dr. Snipes on Counselor Toolbox Podcast.
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The level of care guidelines are defined by insurance providers and the state in some cases. It provides a biopsychosocial approach to care management, which is really important, because biopsychosocial is not only kind of the wave of the future, but it also takes into account a lot more than just how the person's thinking- or you know what might be going on- mood-wise with them.
Ever wondered how to navigate the maze of patient care in mental health and addiction? In this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes', Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes takes you on a journey through essential assessment and patient placement instruments. If you're a counselor, coach, or sober companion dealing with insurance billing, this episode is a goldmine. Dr. Snipes breaks down the differences between level of care guidelines and patient placement criteria, emphasizing a holistic, biopsychosocial approach to care management.
You'll get the lowdown on tools like the Functional Assessment Rating Scale (FARS), the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria, and the Level of Care Utilization System (LOCUS). These tools are crucial for identifying and managing mental health and addiction issues effectively. But that's not all; Dr. Snipes also sheds light on the importance of understanding comorbidity, stages of change, and patient-centered treatment planning. These insights can be game-changers for both professionals and those seeking self-help strategies.
The episode wraps up with practical advice on justifying deviations from standard recommendations and offers a peek into continuing education opportunities for addiction and mental health counselors. Whether you're looking to sharpen your professional skills or find practical tools for personal growth, this episode has something valuable for you.