The Trust News & Articles
Patients Who Are At Increased Risk Of Harm During The Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted our lives far beyond how we could have ever imagined. Approximately 22 million people have filed unemployment claims in the U.S. within a four-week time frame. Food bank lines have grown considerably, people are concerned about exposure to virus when they go to the grocery store or pharmacy, and many of
New Security Risks and Vulnerabilities: Engaging in Telehealth During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Most of us are under stay at home orders and video-teleconferencing (VTC) platforms have surged.[1] Services such as Zoom, among others, are being used for people to connect socially when they cannot in person. Who would have thought that we would see weddings, baby showers, or social gatherings occurring all by VTC? This has become commonplace
Sample Telehealth Consent Forms
In our prior Blog entry: “Your Changing Practice – Telehealth During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Crisis,” we noted many considerations and resources to assist you during this time. Many of you, or your organizations, have not previously engaged in telehealth. We created two sample consent forms to be used for patients. They each have a different style and, one or
The Trust Announces New Partnership with AAPdN
The Trust and Trust Risk Management Services (TRMS) is proud to announce its new partnership with, and endorsement by, the American Academy of Pediatric Neuropsychology (AAPdN). This new alliance provides important career development resources and financial security programs to licensed or certified providers of mental health services to children and adolescents. The Trust, TRMS and AAPdN share a
Reflecting on My Service on The Trust’s Inaugural SECP Committee
I am honored to be one of the inaugural members, and now Chair of The Trust Student and Early Career Psychologist (SECP) Committee. By way of background, the late Dr. Sallie Hildebrandt contacted me about the newly formed Trust SECP Committee in the fall of 2016, when I was fresh out of graduate school and
Your Changing Practice – Telehealth During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Crisis
Over the last few years, we have seen significant changes in how healthcare is provided to patients including telehealth, telebehavioral health, and telepsychology services. This has come to the forefront more than ever due to the coronavirus. Allied Healthcare Professionals who previously would not have used telehealth services now have a need to do so.
Why Do Our Trustees Choose The Trust?
More psychologists choose The Trust for their financial security needs than any other provider. But don’t just take our word for it – hear it straight from our Trustees, many of whom are long-time policyholders.
Risk Considerations When Your Practice Goes Remote During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Crisis
Remote working has grown considerably over the last few years. From 2005 to 2017, there was a 159% increase in remote working.[1] As of 2016, 43% of employees worked remotely in some capacity and 69% of employers offer remote work on an ad hoc basis to at least some employees.[2],[3] As a result of the coronavirus
Working with Patients During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Crisis
This is a challenging time for all of us. As an Allied Healthcare Professional (AHP), you will likely experience patients who have increased anxiety and fears. In addition, patients may likely have added stressors such as financial concerns, managing children who are out of school for a prolonged period of time, and increased social isolation. These stressful times
New Licensing Board and Government Defense Limits
The Trust has added enhanced reimbursement limits to its Licensing Board Other Governmental Regulatory Body Defense protections included in Trust Sponsored Professional Liability policies. You can now enhance your basic Licensing Board Defense protection to $25,000, $50,000, $75,000, or $100,000 for a small additional premium. Other Governmental Regulatory Body Defense Reimbursement (for defending investigations for
American Hospital Association/American Society for Health Care Risk Management White Paper Series
Kristen Lambert, JD, MSW, LICSW, CPHRM, FASHRM, Healthcare Practice and Risk Management Innovation Officer, recently co-authored the first of a three-part white paper series for the American Hospital Association (AHA) and American Society for Health Care Risk Management (ASHRM) entitled: Behavioral Healthcare in the Ambulatory Care/Outpatient Setting. This is a cutting edge series that focuses
Risk Management: Frequently Asked Questions
Your membership in The Trust and Trust Practice and Risk Management Association (TrustPARMA) includes access to the Advocate 800 Risk Management Consultation Service, which helps individuals insured through The Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance Program to avoid or reduce the risk of malpractice actions and disciplinary complaints. This service gives TrustPARMA members access to free,
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