Shared decision making training course

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Shared decision making training course for providers

Shared decision making (SDM) allows patients and providers to make health care decisions together. It is a key component of patient-centered care. SDM takes into account what is important to the patient—and clinical evidence—so the patient can choose what is right for them.

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) offers a free online SDM training course.

About the training course

Approximately 90 minutes, self-paced.
Focuses on the core competencies necessary to build provider confidence in doing SDM effectively and efficiently.
Provides CMEs.
Uses an interactive format.

Visit the SDM skills course webpage

Contact

Email: Shared decision making at HCA

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About the Health Care Authority (HCA)

Functioning as both the state's largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority, the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.

There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars, HCA purchases health care, including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention, crisis, and recovery supports to all Washington residents.

Please do not reply directly to this message. For more information, visit the HCA website, where you'll also find contact information.

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