ASAM Criteria for SUD Providers

Dive into the intricacies of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria on Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment in our focused webinar designed for healthcare administrators and professionals, counselors, and therapists. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of advanced strategies crucial in elevating SUD care and treatment efficacy.

Discussions will include the Multi-dimensional Biopsychosocial Assessment, emphasizing the interplay between biological, psychological, and social factors in SUD and a segment on Person-centered, Individualized Treatment Planning. Determining your program(s) ASAM Level of Care (LOC) Placement is critical for all SUD treatment providers, and we will explore ASAM criteria for accurately assessing LOC and matching patient needs with appropriate services, as well as Multi-dimensional Discharge/Transfer Planning strategies.

Mention will be made of the importance of ASAM alignment for Medicaid and commercial insurances reimbursement.

Additionally, you will gain insights into CARF or Joint Commission Accreditation for SUD Providers, including navigating the accreditation process and maintaining compliance. Finally, we’ll explore the significance of ASAM LOC Certification by CARF in enhancing service delivery and treatment efficacy. Highlights will also be given to identify changes to the ASAM Criteria Dimension in the new Forth Edition.