Effective September 1, 2004, the New York State Office of the Professions has added a new classification for licensure of Social Workers who wish to practice in the State of New York. This new designation is Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and the requirements can be found at the New York State Office of the Professions, Article 154 Section 7704 (http://www.op.nysed.gov/article154.htm). Additional information about this change can be found at http://www.op.nysed.gov/cswfaq2002.htm.

The Medicare IOM (Internet Only Manual), Section 170 A, defines Clinical Social Worker requirements for reimbursement under the Medicare Part B program and requires licensure as "Clinical."

As a result of this change in the New York State classifications, all Clinical Social Workers must be licensed as Clinical by New York State.

We will be reviewing our provider files for any social worker who is not currently licensed as clinical by New York State. We will contact you by mail if you do not meet this requirement.

Posted: 10/12/2004