Handbook of Quality Assurance in Mental Health pp 207-217 | Cite as
Therapeutic Issues and Quality Assurance Efforts
Abstract
Peer review, particularly its application to outpatient treatment, is a recent addition to quality assurance procedures. Its introduction has raised concern about the effect it will have on clinical practice. This discussion will address these concerns. The justification for these concerns will be evaluated by means of early experience with the peer review process. The issues that will be considered are (a) the relation of peer review to standards of practice; (b) confidentiality; (c) usual and customary practice versus necessary and appropriate treatment as a review criterion; (d) the theoretical orientation of provider and reviewer; (e) reimbursement of providers for completion of report forms; and (f) reactions to peer review.
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American Psychological Association Peer Review Process Theoretical Orientation Limited Waiver Review ProgramPreview
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