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bcretired

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How have managed care systems impacted the counseling process?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

__________________ is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to improve the quality of healthcare services.
 
  a. National Committee for Quality Assurance
  b. Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health care Organizations
  c. Health Care Finance Agency
  d. None of the above.



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Answer to Question 1

Impact of Managed Care on Counseling
a. Brief therapy is mandated and characterized by immediate assessment of client's presenting problem, clearly delineated goals, and active counseling
b. Pragmatic therapeutic relationship to provide the most efficient and effective treatment
c. Communication with the PCP often required, as well as increased interaction with other health care professionals
d. Counseling process is monitored by the MCO (utilization review)
i. Typically includes documentation of treatment necessity
ii. Regular submission of treatment plans

Answer to Question 2

b



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