To cope with growing mental health needs in the United States, and the significant shortage of mental health providers, health systems must integrate behavioral health into primary care. Despite the high level of urgency and the evidence supporting behavioral health integration, it has not been widely adopted. In a recent Health Affairs article, NEHI CEO […]
Integrating behavioral health into physical health is a growing priority for many healthcare organizations. Significant research demonstrates the efficacy of different integrated care models and their positive impact on both clinical and financial outcomes. However, building integrated behavioral health programs can be challenging. From earning stakeholder buy-in, to establishing new workflows, and leading change management, […]
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recently announced it’s accepting funding applications to advance integration of behavioral health into primary care. Eligible applicants, including states and state agencies such as Medicaid, can access over $29 million in funding to further integrated behavioral health programs within their state. Applications are due May 22, […]
A NeuroFlow Partner Profile The following interview is the second installment of the NeuroFlow’s Partner Profile series where we spotlight partners from our referral network and the innovative work they’re doing to help solve the mental health crisis. Brightside Health delivers life-changing mental health care to individuals with mild-to-severe clinical depression, anxiety, and other mood […]
As health plans seek ways to reduce healthcare costs and increase the quality of care, it has become increasingly evident that addressing social determinants of health (SDOH) is essential. Identifying and addressing SDOH must be a fundamental part of an integrated care management program as physical outcomes will not improve unless individuals’ social, behavioral, and […]
Medicare Advantage plans improve member outcomes compared to traditional Medicare. One reason for this positive impact is their ability to connect high-risk members with resources and programs to limit costs and utilization. To accomplish this, plans must find ways to proactively identify those at highest risk and intervene at the right time. Plans also have […]
Nearly 1 in 5 people with chronic physical conditions develop mental health issues like depression and anxiety. Of people with severe mental health conditions, 37% also have long term physical health conditions. It was these trends and Prudential’s experience with its own book of disability claimants that led the insurance company to enhance its disability […]
Healthcare doesn’t need more fragmentation; the best solutions will drive connection. You will find over 41,000 apps when searching for “healthcare” in the Apple or Android app store. Drill down to “mental health,” and you will still find over 10,000 apps. Patients, providers, and payors are inundated with technology, and, no matter how well intended, […]
True behavioral health integration enhances providers’ value-based care strategy. The growing mental health crisis has stretched the healthcare industry in new and challenging ways. Primary care and other providers continue to do their best to care for increasingly complex cases – including managing more behavioral health conditions than ever before. At the same time, health […]
Digital mental health is a rapidly growing field that encompasses a wide variety of technology solutions. Its rise in recent years reflects the growing need for mental health services and the lack of access to these services, particularly in physical health settings. Concurrently, the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to a 25% increase in anxiety and depression […]
