Collaborating With Other Providers

As health care reform takes shape, we want members to have all the tools necessary to continue to thrive in the changing health care system. The APA Practice Directorate has created the following relationship building tools for members and state, provincial and territorial psychological associations (SPTAs) to use with primary care providers for advocacy and outreach.

• Psychologists and Primary Care Providers: How We Can Work Together 
  Customizable fact sheet for PCPs that highlights the value of psychologists in primary care. 
• Establishing and Building Partnerships at the State and Local Level 
  How-to guide on building relationships with PCPs and patient advocacy organizations in your states as well as with individual PCPs.
• State and Local Chapters of Primary Care and Health Organizations 
  Reference list of primary care and health associations that provide services to health professionals and consumers.
• Partnership Agreements: Memorandum of Understanding   
  A how-to guide on establishing an MOU with PCPs and advocacy organizations, including a sample MOU.