Syllabus

1. Establish a basic outline of the legal-ethical needs for a mental health private practice
   • Knowing Your Responsibilities – Federal Law, State Law, Local Laws, Code of Ethics
   • Liability – Ethics vs. Law
   • Complying with Ethics
   • Complying with HIPAA
2. Record-Keeping and Maintenance Needs
   • HIPAA vs. Ethics vs. Insurance – Meeting minimum requirements and beyond
   • Client Records vs. Practice Records
   • Contingency Planning – What happens when something happens to you?
3. Practice Technology-Related Needs
   • Using an EHR / Practice Management System
   • Complying with Ethics and the HIPAA Security Rule
   • Incorporating technology into your contingency plan
4. Q & A from the live attendees