Comprehensive Speech Therapy Practice Training Manual

1. Clinical Operations

1.1 Patient Assessment Protocols

• Initial evaluation procedures
• Standardized assessment tools
• Documentation requirements
• Goal setting guidelines

1.2 Treatment Planning

• Evidence-based intervention strategies
• Progress monitoring protocols
• Discharge planning criteria

2. Administrative Procedures

2.1 Patient Registration

• Insurance verification
• Demographic data collection
• Medical history documentation
• HIPAA compliance procedures

2.2 Scheduling

• Appointment scheduling protocols
• Cancellation policies
• Wait-list management

3. Documentation Standards

3.1 Clinical Documentation

• SOAP note requirements
• Progress report templates
• Discharge summary guidelines

3.2 Billing Documentation

• CPT coding guidelines
• Insurance requirements
• Medicare documentation standards

4. Quality Assurance

4.1 Performance Metrics

• Patient outcomes tracking
• Productivity standards
• Quality improvement initiatives

4.2 Compliance

• Clinical practice guidelines
• State licensure requirements
• ASHA standards

5. Safety Protocols

5.1 Infection Control

• Hand hygiene protocols
• Equipment sanitization
• PPE requirements

5.2 Emergency Procedures

• Medical emergency response
• Evacuation procedures
• Incident reporting

6. Technology Systems

6.1 EMR Usage

• Documentation procedures
• System navigation
• Data security protocols

6.2 Telehealth Procedures

• Platform usage guidelines
• Virtual session protocols
• Technical troubleshooting