Designed for: Psychologists, therapists, and clinical supervisors seeking clear guidance on Medicare opt-out rules and Private Contract requirements.
Use this toolkit to: File your affidavit correctly, draft compliant Private Contracts, and align your practice with federal law and APA Ethics Code Standards 2.01 and 6.04.
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About the Toolkit
The Medicare Opt-Out & Private Contract Compliance Toolkit distills CMS regulations and APA ethical standards into a concise, clinician-friendly format. It walks you through how to legally opt out of Medicare, prepare a compliant Private Contract for Medicare beneficiaries, and document your process with clarity and transparency. This toolkit translates complex federal requirements into actionable steps—complete with affidavit guidance, contract language essentials, and documentation checklists—so you can serve Medicare-eligible clients privately while maintaining full legal and ethical alignment. When paired with the Telehealth: Efficacy, Laws & Ethics CE course, it provides a complete compliance framework for psychologists in independent or telehealth practice. This educational resource is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, ethical, or clinical advice. Users are responsible for applying this information within their professional scope and jurisdictional laws.