CLCP in New York
Recognition and practice information for Certified Life Care Planner in New York.
Recognition and qualification in New York
The CLCP is the recognized certification for life care planners. Scope includes development of comprehensive, individualized life care plans for individuals with catastrophic injuries or chronic conditions, with projected cost and frequency of all recommended care.
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New York courts and venues
Expert qualification in New York's courts is determined case by case.
- Supreme Court - General jurisdiction trial court (confusingly named); handles major civil cases and felonies; one in each county
- County Court - Outside NYC; handles felonies and civil cases up to $25,000
- Family Court - Matters involving children and families; custody, support, neglect, juvenile delinquency
Highest court: Court of Appeals. Federal venues: S.D.N.Y., E.D.N.Y., N.D.N.Y., W.D.N.Y..
Other credentials in New York
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a CLCP require a prior clinical credential?
Yes. CLCP candidates must hold a qualifying healthcare or rehabilitation credential (such as RN, OT, PT, CRC, or physician) before pursuing the CLCP certification.
How is the life care planning methodology standardized?
Practice standards are published by IALCP and IARP's Life Care Planning Section, with methodology following a consensus approach that integrates treating team recommendations, peer-reviewed duration literature, and geographically matched cost data.
Can a CLCP testify on causation?
Causation opinions are generally provided by physicians. The CLCP projects the cost of care consistent with physician-supported recommendations and does not typically opine on causation.
References
- ICHCC - CLCP CertificationOrganization
- IALCP Standards of PracticeOrganization
- IARP Life Care Planning SectionOrganization
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