Administrative and financing models

Abstract

Whether consulting to a medical/surgical program, starting a consultation-liaison (CL) psychiatry program, or revamping an established one, the consultation-liaison (CL) psychiatrist will inevitably face administrative challenges that require attention. By the end of the chapter, readers will be able to appreciate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required of a pediatric CL psychiatry clinician; develop a model of care within the context of a medical/surgical program or a pediatric center; and seek collaborative relationships with medical/surgical programs, psychosocial disciplines, and colleagues in the field.