This exciting manual presents a systematic approach to writing one form of documentation, the SOAP note. The purpose of this text is to teach readers to write SOAP notes that will be reimbursable under Medicare, Part B, and managed care. With the current changes in healthcare, documentation of patient care is essential to meet standards for reimbursement of services. SOAP notes prepare readers for real-world clinical practice, effectively teaching the mechanics of writing problem statements and goals, and addressing documentation in different stages of treatment and practice settings. The author walks the reader through each step of the documentation process, effectively teaching the mechanics of writing problem statements and goals and addressing documentation in different stages of treatment and practice settings.Documentation Manual for Writing SOAP Notes in Occupational Therapy is the only manual that teaches a skill focusing on the specific requirements of OT application, and then provides the opportunity for practice with exercises and examples presented throughout the book. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.