Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" plunges headlong into the controversy on some therapist's discussion groups on how therapists are portrayed in movies. He invites all listeners to call in at (214) 615-6044 ext 8460 and record your views. (Long distance rates may apply)

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The Insider's Guide to Law And Ethics In Mental Health

Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" discusses the practice of posting articles and manuscripts on web listervs without permission of the author.  What is the harm?

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What are your options as a consumer if your therapist refuses to give you a copy of your medical records?

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Do you have the right to obtain a copy of your medical record from your therapist?

Is your therapist allowed to charge you for this service or even to deny you a copy of your own records?

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Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" examines some of the real life influences on mental health research, such as relationships with drug companies, and professional jealousy.

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Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" explores the practice of piggybacking.  This occurs when a therapist accepts a patient from a managed care panel and then convinces the patient to pay for therapy out of pocket rather then using his or her co-pay.

Dr. Riolo invites his peers to call and and record their thoughts on piggybacking. 

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Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" discusses the current  controversy of therapists charging clients and family members for phone calls.

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Dr. John Riolo "The Insider" discusses recent studiess that report that stalking is a serious problem for therapist. 

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Listen to an audio interview  with sercurity expert Rick Staines on how therapists can protect themselves from stalkers.

Dr. Riolo uses discusses the rivalry between non-medical mental health
professionals and psychiatrists.

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Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider"  explores the topic of non-sexual touch in therapy.  When is a pat on the back or a hug appropriate?  Dr. Riolo invites you to share your views on this controversial subject.

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Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" discusses the benefits of podcasting for mental health professionals and health seekers. 

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Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider"  compares therapist online discussion groups to "cyber-cocktail" parties.  Is your confidential information being shared online?  How valuable are peer consultations in online discussion groups?

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Dr. Riolo goes over some of the highlights of his interview with Dr.Frederic G. Reamer about ethics in social work.

Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" discusses the practice of "balanced billing"  If you are a therapist, can this practice put you at risk?  If you are a patient, are you being overcharged for services?

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Dr. John Riolo exposes the practice of therapists waiving insurance co-pays.  Is the therapist being altruistic or committing fraud?

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Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" explains the practice of Upcoding.

Is upcoding fraud by another name?

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Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" asks, "Does it matter what health seekers call themselves or the label they are given by therapists?

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We have all heard of the dangers of teenagers revealing too much personal information on MySpace.  Do some therapists make the same mistake on listervs and discussion groups?

Dr. John Riolo, "The Insider" gives his peers tips on how to protect themselves online.

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Dr. John Riolo "The Insider" explains the concept of informed consent and why is is so important to clients in therapy.

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