The Behavioral View 5.8: Peer Review 101 with Olivia Teal

27/08/2025 55 min Temporada 5 Episodio 8
The Behavioral View 5.8: Peer Review 101 with Olivia Teal

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This episode provides behavior analysts with practical guidance on navigating insurance authorization processes, with particular focus on peer review procedures. The panel discusses the workflow from initial clinical review through potential peer review, emphasizing that peer review is a collaborative process rather than punitive action. Key topics include understanding medical necessity requirements, writing effective treatment plans, preparing for peer review conversations, and managing different outcomes. The discussion addresses common challenges faced by both new and experienced BCBAs, including dosage recommendations, goal writing, parent involvement requirements, and handling denials. This content directly supports behavior analysts in improving their clinical documentation and communication skills to ensure continued access to services for their clients.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References: Reinecke, D. R., & Colleagues. (2024). Treatment planning recommendations for applied behavior analysis services. Association for Professional Behavior Analysts.  Resources:  Professional Organizations and Guidelines:  ABA Coding Coalition - https://abacodes.org Association for Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA) - http://www.apbahome.net Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) ABA Practice Guidelines - https://www.casproviders.org/asd-guidelines  Training and Educational Resources:  Autism Law Summit ABA Authorization and Appeals Playbook  CentralReach Institute  CR Unite Conference   Assessment Tools:  WebABLLS (Web-based ABLLS-R program) - http://webablls.com    

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