Changing Face of Health Care Social Work, Fourth Edition : Opportunities and Challenges for Professional Practice

This third edition of a bestselling social work text reflects the dramatic changes that have taken place in our health care environment since the second edition was published in 2004. It encompasses all facets of professional health care social work within the U.S. health care system, across all settings, and with all client populations. Permeating the third edition is a strong emphasis on the need for evidence-based, accountable practice. Completely new or updated sections examine: mental health parity changes in billing evidence-based practice strategy electronic record keeping the DSM-V protecting yourself legally in your documentation protecting the privacy of the client supervision in the health care setting the importance of teamwork and collaboration social work in the military/VA settings safety planning The third edition also encompasses updated professional profiles for diverse arenas of practice, a master reference document, a bibliography in each section, and an Instructor's Manual that provides a test bank, activities designed to enhance learning, and a sample syllabus.