Working With Chronically Suicidal Patients
Vint Blackburn, M.D. lays out the reasons to get less restrictive in the care of suicidal individuals
Vint Blackburn, M.D. didn’t start his professional life intending to be a physician. His first line of work was as a school teacher. We were introduced by a mutual friend and mentor, Jack Rozel, M.D. I needed a guest for a chat-show on gun violence on the clubhouse app, and Jack assured me Vint would be a hit. Jack was correct.
Today, I’m thrilled to share Vint’s video addressing the tension inherent in the care of suicidal patients. In oncology, we accept that some patients will die, as both a society and as physicians. In psychiatry, we assume the psychiatric care was at fault when a patient dies by suicide, no matter how sick the individual is before their death. Vint is having none of this double standard, and makes the case for an understanding of this work that makes endless sense to me.
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I have classes coming up and tickets are selling out! Kari Groff, M.D., the founder of BBMHG describes what we have coming up!
As promised- here are the class descriptions for the upcoming classes on Health Insurance. Links to tickets in this email- come to one class or both classes. This is a very special presentation meant to empower and inform you as both consumers and clinicians.
Class 1: Introduction to American Health Insurance. Wednesday, Dec 4th 11 a.m.
Join Owen Muir, MD, as he brings you into the complicated and sometimes inane world of American health care in this dynamic course designed for mental health care providers (both as consumers and providers). Do you understand the history behind the system, from its origins to modern-day challenges? Do you have a crystal clear understanding of essential concepts like premiums, co-pays, deductibles, co-insurance, maximum out-of-pocket costs, and what this means for you as a provider and as a consumer? Of course not- most of us don't!
Do you understand what it means to go see a provider outside of your network and what happens if your provider is not covered under your plan such as being in a hospital and being seen by an OON provider yet the hospital in INN. If you don't, you are not alone! Through interactive discussions and real-world case studies, you'll learn to navigate the complexities of healthcare with more confidence and knowledge. This 60-minute class will empower you to advocate effectively for yourself and your clients in this ever-evolving landscape.
Class 2: Navigating the Out-of-Network (OON) Landscape- Monday, Dec 9th 11 a.m.
Join Dr. Muir as he discusses the realities faced by out-of-network (OON) mental health care providers. This class delves into the reimbursement hurdles clients encounter, exploring the systemic issues and the practical strategies clinicians can employ to mitigate these challenges. Discover the significance of good faith estimates and what they mean for your practice, and discuss considerations around chart sharing and client transparency and what you are required to provide as a clinician. Discuss hot topics such as charging for paperwork and prior authorizations. You will leave this 60-minute knowledge-packed session equipped with the knowledge to support your clients better and thrive in the OON environment. Transform your understanding of the healthcare system and enhance your practice today!
Owen Muir MD is a speaker, podcast host, author, and consultant on healthcare-related things.
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He is an expert in health care delivery systems and is a frequent consultant across the globe.
Very informative/helpful comments and could the background be more interesting? Where can I get that map shirt?