Library: Policy

317:30-5-280. Eligible Providers

Revised 9-12-14

Licensed Behavioral Health Professionals (LBHP) are defined as follows:

(1) Allopathic or Osteopathic Physicians with a current license and board certification in psychiatry or board eligible in the state in which services are provided, or a current resident in psychiatry practicing as described in OAC 317:30-5-2.
(2) Practitioners with a license to practice in the state in which services are provided.
- (A) Social Worker (clinical specialty only),
- (B) Professional Counselor,
- (C) Marriage and Family Therapist,
- (D) Behavioral Practitioner, or
- (E) Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
(3) Advanced Practice Nurse (certified in psychiatric mental health specialty), licensed as a registered nurse with a current certification of recognition from the board of nursing in the state in which services are provided.
(4) A Physician Assistant who is licensed in good standing in this state and has received specific training for and is experienced in performing mental health therapeutic, diagnostic, or counseling functions.