Linear Health

The State of U.S. Health Coverage: A recent Commonwealth Fund survey highlights a critical issue: nearly 25% of U.S. adults are underinsured, facing high out-of-pocket costs that hinder access to necessary care. This financial strain disproportionately affects mental health services, with many individuals unable to afford psychiatry and talk therapy. At Linear Health, we recognize the profound impact of mental health on overall well-being. Our mission is to empower providers with innovative solutions that enhance access to comprehensive, affordable care, ensuring mental health services are within reach for all. Full report: https://lnkd.in/gegKX_eT

New CDC data highlights a growing concern in youth mental health: over 75% of students are using social media multiple times a day, and those with the highest usage are also facing the most bullying. Alarmingly, nearly 40% of adolescents report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, and 1 in 5 have seriously considered suicide. It's a stark reminder that we must prioritize mental health support for our youth. Full report: https://lnkd.in/gASpZX2w

Health Equity’s Economic Impact: Deloitte's latest report highlights that improving health equity could boost U.S. GDP by $2.8 trillion by 2040. These changes could also generate $763 billion for businesses by preventing 5 million people from leaving the workforce prematurely. Deloitte estimates that health inequities currently cost $7 billion in missed work, $45 billion in lost productivity, and $63 billion due to unemployment. Chronic conditions and cancers disproportionately affect marginalized communities, leading to a 10-70% drop in productivity. Full report here: https://lnkd.in/gUqZ6xg8 #HealthEquity #EconomicImpact #Healthcare

Trilliant Health just released its 2024 Health Economy Trends Report, offering a fresh look at the healthcare market based on supply and demand. One key takeaway for behavioral health: Over 14% of patients with commercial insurance go out-of-network for behavioral health services, compared to just 2% for physical care (Page 111). The report highlights that U.S. healthcare costs far exceed the value patients receive. Link to full report: https://lnkd.in/gQWuQE63

Despite spending over 16% of GDP on healthcare, the U.S. ranks dead last in health outcomes among 11 high-income countries, according to the Mirror, Mirror 2024 report. Why? Rampant inequality and catastrophic underinvestment in mental health and care for older adults, addiction, and unhealthy diet. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eMshnDaq

Disparities in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment in the U.S. Health care in America is deeply unequal and it may get worse based on research done by Axios. Below are two key themes we found alarming. Mental Health -- white adults are significantly more likely to receive treatment for mental illness compared to Black, Hispanic, or Asian individuals. Insurance barriers exacerbate access issues. Addiction -- the opioid crisis has evolved into a polysubstance crisis, with the highest overdose rates now among American Indian, Alaska Native, and Black populations. Despite similar substance use rates, Black Americans face disproportionate drug arrests. Data sources: 1. https://lnkd.in/gwzw5mR7 2. https://lnkd.in/gNTK_5gn 3. https://lnkd.in/gTvB7A3D

New research demonstrates that telehealth can help reach historically marginalized populations on college campuses. Data from a study covering 113 colleges revealed that Asian, Black, and Multiracial undergraduates accessed the services at a higher rate than would be expected based on the demographics of each institution. On the opposite end, proportionally fewer White and Hispanic students accessed the services. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gszw2E-B

Mental health inequities across the US are racking up an annual tab of over $477 billion, and a recent report from Deloitte paints a grim forecast if the US remain on the current trajectory. 1. Mental health inequities cost the US over $477 billion annually. 2. Expected to reach $1.3 trillion annually by 2040, This equates to a cost to society of roughly US$42,000 per person living in the United States. 3. Cost drivers include ER visits due to untreated/undertreated conditions ($5.3B), chronic conditions ($23.9B linked to mental health), productivity loss ($116B) and premature deaths ($332.2B) 4. Disadvantaged populations suffer the most. Some recommendations include integrating behavioral care with primary care and revising reimbursement policies. For more insights, read the full report by Deloitte here https://lnkd.in/epCdfcDj.

The American Hospital Association's recent report sheds light on the urgent need for mental health services in the U.S., highlighting a significant rise in behavioral health admissions and financial strains. Hospitals face a gap as reimbursements for these services fall 34% below the actual costs. This growing demand presents both challenges and opportunities for healthcare providers. For more details, read the full report here https://lnkd.in/euCH284u.

Declining mental health in the elderly: Recent analysis from FAIR Health reveals a significant 40% increase in mental health diagnoses among U.S. patients from 2019 to 2023, rising from 13.5% to 18.9%. The most notable rise was observed in individuals aged 65 and older, where diagnoses surged by 57% (from 9% to approximately 14%). This compares to more moderate increases in younger age groups, such as those aged 23 to 30 (from 19% to 28%) and 31 to 40 (from 18% to 25%). The data, capturing the impact of pandemic-era challenges, underscores that mental health concerns are not just confined to the younger demographics. Read the full white paper here. https://lnkd.in/edNXGEBB