ABSTRACT
Neuropsychologists are being increasingly called upon to demonstrate the value of their services. This edited book introduces clinical neuropsychologists to the concepts and challenges involved in conducting cost outcome research. It provides examples of how such research can be conducted within clinical neuropsychology and therefore is a "beginning" step in what must become an interdisciplinary effort. The text suggests that more than cost effectiveness studies should be considered when demonstrating the clinical utility of neuropsychological services. The concept of "objective" and "subjective" markers of value is emphasized, particularly as it relates to measuring the impact of a neuropsychological examination. Chapters review the economic burdens associated with different neurological conditions commonly seen by neuropsychologists. They also provide examples of how clinical neuropsychological services to different patient populations may reduce "costs" and increase "benefits" and suggest directions for beginning cost outcome research. Furthermore, the book summarizes the utility of various neuropsychological services that may be helpful to readers concerned with healthcare economies. The book is intended as a resource for clinical neuropsychologists who wish to explain to healthcare providers the value of their work. It is the first book of the National Academy of Neuropsychology book series entitled: Neuropsychology: Scientific Bases and Clinical Application.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
chapter Chapter 2|22 pages
The Clinical Neuropsychological Examination
part I|71 pages
Traumatic Brain Injury
chapter Chapter 4|21 pages
Neuropsychological Assessment and Management of Patients with Persistent Postconcussional Disorders
part II|48 pages
Cerebral Vascular Disorders
part III|17 pages
Neoplasms
chapter Chapter 8|15 pages
Neuropsychological Assessment and Treatment of Patients with Malignant Brain Tumors
part IV|45 pages
Dementia
chapter Chapter 9|24 pages
The Clinical Utility of Neuropsychological Evaluation of Patients with Known or Suspected Dementia
chapter Chapter 10|19 pages
Neuropsychological Consultation and Training of Family Members of Patients with Dementia
part V|38 pages
Epilepsy
part VI|32 pages
Learning Disabilities
part VII|79 pages
Rehabilitation, Psychotherapy, and Patient Management
chapter Chapter 14|20 pages
The Clinical Utility and Cost-Effectiveness of Comprehensive (Holistic) Brain Injury Day-Treatment Programs
chapter Chapter 16|21 pages
Does Cognitive Rehabilitation Work? Clinical and Economic Considerations and Outcomes
chapter Chapter 17|19 pages
Neuropsychological Assessment of Sport-Related Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
part VIII|108 pages
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