This Introductory Level course will provide a foundation for clinicians to better understand the importance of an accurate patient assessment, correct problem identification, appropriate and individualized interdisciplinary goal setting, and the specificity of interventions that are needed to support the clinical and financial management of a patient episode. This course was authored by Kim Corral, RN, BSN, MA Ed, HCS-D, COS-C. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: G143, G162.