CBMT Ethics, Documentation,
Implementation, Termination, and
Treatment Planning in Music Therapy
Goal - ANSA broad statement of the desired outcome of treatment.
HIPAA - ANSThe Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, a federal law protecting
the privacy of patient-specific health care information and providing the patient with control over
how this information is used and distributed.
What are goals and objectives based upon? - ANSEstablished treatment priorities
Evaluation of treatment in music therapy - ANSAt the time of discharge or discontinuation of
treatment, the music therapist writes an evaluation of the entire music therapy process
including:
-the initial goals that were set
-progress that was made
-recommendations for further treatment of services
Ethics - ANSStandards of conduct that guide professional practice
Objectives - ANSSpecific, measurable, short-term expectations that involve precisely what the
client needs to do to meet the treatment goal.
[Who] will do [what] resulting in [measure] by [when]
Baseline Measure - ANSLevel at which the behavior was occuring before treatment was begun
(initial assessment). Baseline measures are important because it indicates the severity of the
problem and serves as a reference point for later evaluation of treatment effectiveness.
What happens when a client isn't making progress? - ANSThe team will discuss possible
modifications in the chosen interventions, or will modify objectives based upon the present level
of functioning.
Music Therapy Progress Reports/Documentation of Progress - ANSOrganizations must
maintain accurate and complete records on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of all clients. This
information provides a chronological account of the client's treatment and is considered a legal
document. A client's record also contains information used to monitor quality and effectiveness
, of treatment, cost effectiveness, and efficiency, charges to school budgets, insurance
companies, medicare, and medicaid.
What must a music therapy progress report contain? - ANSReferral, assessment, placement,
goals and objectives, treatment plans, progress notes, and a final report at time of discharge or
discontinuation of services.
When is treatment discontinued? - ANSWhen a client has met their goals or when the treatment
team decides that the client has derived the greatest possible benefit from therapy, when the
client no longer benefits from therapy, or if the therapeutic relationship is damaged beyond
repair.
Confidentiality in music therapy seeks to - ANSProtect the client's right to privacy within the
boundaries of the law.
When can confidentiality be breached? - ANS1) When an individual poses imminent danger to
their self or others
2) In the case of abuse of minors
3) In cases in which the therapist determines that a client requires hospitalization
4) When the information has become an issue in a court action
5) When the individual requests in writing that his or her records be released to the individual or
to a third party
What is the overriding concern in therapist-client relationships? - ANSWelfare of the client.
Hierarchy of Objectives - ANSA logical sequence of behavioral expectations leading toward the
desired outcome of therapy.
Standards for Referral for Music Therapy - ANS1. Utilize or develop appropriate referral protocol
for population.
2. Evaluate the appropriateness of a referral for music therapy services.
3. Prioritize referrals according to immediate client needs when appropriate.
4. Educate staff, treatment team, or other professionals regarding appropriate referral criteria for
music therapy based on population needs.
Referral Criteria for Music Therapy - ANS1. When a multisensory approach to learning is
indicated.
2. When there is responsiveness to music or sound.
3. When there is physical inactivity or limited mobility.
4. When there is limited cognitive capacity.
5. When confrontative therapies are inadvisable.
6. When compliance is a problem.
7. When there is difficulty in communicating or expressing thoughts.
8. When it is challenging to get along with others.
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