THU, FEB 13 | CE WEBINAR
Feb CE: Billing and Reimbursement for Outpatient and Home-Based Palliative Care Social Work: Opportunities and Challenges
The expansion of Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention (HBAI) CPT codes to licensed clinical social workers in January 2024 marks a key moment in increasing reimbursement opportunities for social work services in outpatient, ambulatory, and home-based healthcare settings. This session will explore the impact of this change on the role of social workers in patient care, highlighting both the opportunities for growth and the ethical challenges that arise as social workers navigate the financial aspects of healthcare delivery. Topics will include common barriers to implementation within healthcare institutions and strategies for education, advocacy, and professional identity development.
12-1 PM PST | 3-4PM EST
$30 for SWHPN Members | $45 for Non-Members

FRI, MAR 21 | CE WEBINAR
Discover the transformative power of journaling and creative writing as tools for self-care in this interactive session. Participants will explore various journaling and creative writing techniques, engage with unique social work and palliative care-themed prompts, and practice responding to a selected prompt. Attendees will also have the opportunity to create their own prompts, fostering creativity and self-expression. The session will culminate in designing a personalized 6-month writing plan to support ongoing self-care and professional growth, with a chance to share and discuss their plan with the presenter.
12-1 PM PST | 3-4PM EST
$30 for SWHPN Members | $45 for Non-Members

THU, APR 3 | FREE CE WEBINAR
This webinar delves into the vital role of social and environmental factors in shaping overall health and well-being, with a focus on assessing, intervening, and documenting health-related social needs (HRSNs). Aligned with Domain 4: Social Aspects of Care in the Clinical Practice Guidelines, HRSNs offer a framework to transform quality palliative care practice. Social workers will gain valuable insights to enhance their professional skills, contribute to whole-person care, and advance the role of social care within complex healthcare systems.
10-11 AM PST | 1-2 PM EST
FREE for SWHPN Members | $45 for Non-Members

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Continuing Education Information
Social Work Hospice + Palliative Care Network (SWHPN), #1716, is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) www.aswb.org, through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Social Work Hospice + Palliative Care Network aka SWHPN maintains responsibility for the program. ASWB Approval Period: 7/18/2023 – 7/18/2026.
Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval for continuing education credits.