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Accreditation, Advocacy and Patients in MAT

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James P. Connolly, CMA PA-NAMA and NAMA

Newtown, PA

Rebecca Ballard, CMA OK NAMA

Tulsa, OK

Carolyn Miranda, CMA NAMA SOCAL

Fountain Valley, CA

Changes in the service environment of MAT, expecially accreditation, are affecting relationships of patients, providers, and outside agencies. A panel of NAMA advocates will describe experiences with patient committees, staff advocacy for patient needs, and preceptions of accreditation so far.

Advocacy and MAT

James Connolly

To be available.

Advocacy Issues

Rebecca Ballard

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Patient Involvement

Carolyn Miranda

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