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TERMINATION

Reasons for Terminating Treatment

The Termination Process

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Termination by the Psychiatrist in a Non-crisis & Non-emergency Situation

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Termination by the Psychiatrist in a Crisis or Emergency Situation

Termination by the Patient in a Non-crisis & Non-emergency Situation

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Termination by the Patient in a Crisis or Emergency Situation

Financial Issues and Terminating Treatment

Change in a Patient’s Financial Situation

Outstanding Account Balances

Collection Agencies

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Writing-off Outstanding Balances

Abandonment

In Conclusion

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Model Letter for Termination of the Psychiatrist-patient Relationship

This model letter is intended as a general guideline.

PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL

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Model Letter for Confirming Patient’s Decision to Terminate the Psychiatrist-patient Relationship

This model letter is intended as a general guideline.

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Model Letter for Terminating an Inactive Treatment Relationship

This model letter is intended as a general guideline.

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