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TAR

Also written as: TAR — Treatment Administration Record

Treatment Administration Record - documentation system tracking therapeutic interventions and patient responses in psychiatric care settings.

Full Definition

Treatment Administration Record (TAR) is a specialized documentation system used in psychiatric facilities to track non-medication therapeutic interventions and patient responses. The TAR includes group therapy participation, individual therapy sessions, occupational therapy activities, recreational therapy, behavioral interventions, and other treatment modalities. Unlike the MAR which focuses on medications, the TAR captures the patient's engagement level, response to interventions, and progress toward treatment goals. This documentation is essential for treatment planning, insurance authorization, and demonstrating medical necessity for continued psychiatric hospitalization. The TAR serves as evidence of active treatment and patient participation in their recovery process.

Usage

Usage note: Distinguish clearly from MAR in documentation; focus on therapeutic interventions rather than medications.

In Context

  • "The TAR documented the patient's active participation in group therapy and positive response to cognitive behavioral interventions." — treatment review
  • "According to the TAR, the patient has consistently refused occupational therapy sessions this week." — interdisciplinary meeting

Also known as

treatment record therapy administration record

Don't confuse with

MAR treatment plan progress notes

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