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There have been tremendous strides to improve behavioral health. One of the most powerful advancements is how we use technology at home. With the development of digital tools, it’s possible to access care in new ways. Learn how these digital tools are making an impact. https://lnkd.in/egdcVRHZ #MentalHealth #DigitalHealth

There is no doubt that we are in the throes of a mental health crisis in this country. Reaching people where they are, when they need it the most is a huge challenge. Digital tools can begin to address this by providing necessary support in an accessible way. #elevancehealth #carelon #behavioralhealth #digital

It was an honor to serve on Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Technical Assistance Center with so many nationally acclaimed experts to establish Model Behavioral Health Crisis Services Definitions for states, National Association of Medicaid Directors #counties and tribal nations to transform their crisis systems. This influential group of leaders collaborated to shape the way crisis services will be provided to help every community build out a crisis continuum to save lives in a more standardized way. Special thanks to Dr. John Palmieri, Billina Shaw, MD, MPH, and Jill Mays for bringing us all together to play a vital role in advancing behavioral health crisis care across the nation. Written comments are due by December 5th. The imminent Standards and Definitions designates Connections Health Solutions model of care as "High-Intensity Behavioral Health Emergency Centers and Extended Stabilization Centers" distinguishing it from the others because we: • Receive all individuals for any individual defined behavioral health emergency. • Rapid drop-off with a “no wrong door” policy. • Provide dedicated entrance for law enforcement/EMS drop-offs. • Receive individuals on involuntary basis (based on jurisdiction guidelines). • Have the regulatory, staffing, and environmental capacity for seclusion and restraints if necessary and are locked units. • Have access to a psychiatric prescriber 24/7/365. • Onsite pharmacy or medication dispensing capabilities. • ASAM Level 3.7 Psychiatric. • LOCUS Level 6A – High-Intensity, Acute Medically Managed Residential Program. In addition to this document, three new publications are coming in an effort to identify and promote best practices for behavioral health crisis care and expand plan for long-term sustainability. They will also focus on creating a comprehensive system and addressing the lack of consistency in services. They are: 1. National Crisis Guidelines 2.0 2. Mobile Crisis Toolkit 4. CMS guidance on funding crisis services through #Medicaid and #CHIP. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcrisis #behavioralhealth #988lifeline #emergencyservices #emergencymedicine #crisisroadmap #reimaginecrisis #crisisresponse #crisis #crisissupport #gethelp #suicideprevention #crisiscare #crisisstabilization #finance #government #stategovernment #crisisstabilizationunits #Crisisnursing #medicare #medicaid #substanceusedisorder #emergencypsychiatry #crisisroadmap #crisisnow #nowrongdoor

Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in this country. According to our research, up to 14,000 American lives could be saved from suicide annually with universal access to integrated behavioral health care models like the Collaborative Care Model.    Learn more about the Collaborative Care Model on our website: https://bit.ly/mmhpi-CoCM   #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #WorldSuicidePreventionDay2024 #SuicidePreventionMonth

Don’t let unstandardized billing practices threaten behavioral health revenue growth. Med USA’s experts can close the gaps to ensure your practice collects every dollar possible. Find out how: https://hubs.ly/Q02sJPhS0

Clinical Considerations: Join us to gain insights into the financial aspects of behavioral health. Register today, https://lnkd.in/gYvHp37M #socialworkersofinstagram #umsswcpeF24 #ssw #lcsw #continuingprofessionaleducation #socialworklife

Quality management in behavioral health = effective, meaningful change. Learn how a quality-focused strategy can improve patient satisfaction in the ED: https://lnkd.in/e2JRANQ2 #behavioralhealth #transformheatlhcare #telehealth 

Health plans: Looking to expand your behavioral health network? Ontrak Access lets you tap into 7,900+ providers in 45 states. Discover Ontrak ACCESS ➡️ https://bit.ly/3opVNuH

The beginning of May brings the beginning of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. #DidYouKnow every patient who visits Doctors Care Colorado receives a behavioral health screening? Learn more about our model here: https://lnkd.in/gUxiHvTe

Click the link below to read our new blog post covering the recent changes to 42 CFR Part 2.