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BIG ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING MENTAL HEALTH PARITY & SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS: The Biden - Harris administration has just finalized a rule placing new requirements on health plans to cover mental health and addiction care on the same terms as other types of care. The rule was originally proposed last year and expands on the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) Click here to read the FACT SHEET: https://lnkd.in/eGz_cDS4

In 2022, 23% of adults received mental health treatment, up from 19% in 2019 (Figure 1). Specifically, the share of adults saying they received mental health counseling in the past year increased from 10% in 2019 to 13% in 2022. Similarly, the share of adults reporting they took prescription medication for mental health conditions increased from 16% to 19% during the same period. Receipt of prescription medication remained consistently higher than counseling (19% vs. 13%, respectively, in 2022). #mentalhealth #coverage #publichealth https://lnkd.in/gKbaPdAW

In 2022, 23% of adults received mental health treatment, up from 19% in 2019 (Figure 1). Specifically, the share of adults saying they received mental health counseling in the past year increased from 10% in 2019 to 13% in 2022. Similarly, the share of adults reporting they took prescription medication for mental health conditions increased from 16% to 19% during the same period. Receipt of prescription medication remained consistently higher than counseling (19% vs. 13%, respectively, in 2022). #mentalhealth #coverage #publichealth https://lnkd.in/gKbaPdAW

In 2022, 23% of adults received mental health treatment, up from 19% in 2019 (Figure 1). Specifically, the share of adults saying they received mental health counseling in the past year increased from 10% in 2019 to 13% in 2022. Similarly, the share of adults reporting they took prescription medication for mental health conditions increased from 16% to 19% during the same period. Receipt of prescription medication remained consistently higher than counseling (19% vs. 13%, respectively, in 2022). #mentalhealth #coverage #publichealth https://lnkd.in/gPUMrpca

We still don't have parity for mental health care. A landmark report just released by the nonprofit research institute RTI International, Behavioral Health Parity – Pervasive Disparities in Access to In-Network Care Continue, documents the barriers that people with mental illness encounter when trying to access mental health care. The report shows how poorly they fare compared to people seeking other medical services and provides state-by-state findings. Key findings: People are forced to seek care from higher cost, out-of-network providers for mental health and substance use treatment — at far higher rates than for other medical and surgical care.  Mental health providers are routinely paid less than other M/S providers.   Out-of-network use was 3.5 times higher for mental health/substance use disorder treatment than for other medical services, similar to the finding from the most recent Milliman report. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gf9AuAE2

A new analysis from KFF sheds light on mental health service utilization among US adults. From 2019 to 2022, the percentage of adults who received mental health treatment increased from 19% to 23%. Additional highlights from the report include: 📈 A rise in adults receiving mental health counseling, from 10% in 2019 to 13% in 2022. 📈 An increase in those taking prescription medication for mental health issues, from 16% to 19%. Learn more and view the full report - https://lnkd.in/gwvGn6it

The news of Rep. Patrick Kennedy joining Healthsperien as a Partner was featured in today's POLITICO Playbook and Future Pulse!   📰 Read more about Rep. Patrick Kennedy's inspiring mental health parity pitch. Check out the POLITICO Future Pulse article here: https://lnkd.in/etxQ-W9V #mentalhealth #mentalhealthparity #healthcarepolicy

At MGMT Digital, we understand the importance of ensuring access to mental health care for everyone in need. Unfortunately, financial constraints can be a significant barrier for individuals seeking treatment. If you’re a behavioral health provider looking to support clients who cannot afford mental health treatment, here are compassionate and practical approaches to consider.

From Massachusetts Association for Mental Health and Mental Health America - Massachusetts has the best "state of mental health" in the nation. Each year, MHA uses federal data to evaluate the mental health of all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Their findings in this year’s report show that the U.S. is in a mental health crisis. Here’s a snapshot of what they learned: - 23% of adults - nearly 60 million Americans - experienced a mental illness in the past year. -2022 had the highest number of deaths by suicides ever recorded in the U.S.; 5% of adults and 13% of youth reported having serious thoughts of suicide. -1 in 4 adults with frequent mental distress could not see a doctor due to cost. -1 in 5 youth had at least one major depressive episode in the past year; over half (nearly 3 million youth) did not receive treatment. Please take care of each other and seek help when needed. Read the full report at https://lnkd.in/ef3gtmf

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of ERISA by delving into its impact on mental health coverage. Learn about the evolution of regulations like the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act and how they affect employer-sponsored health plans. Discover the crucial role of ERIC in advocating for comprehensive mental health care access. Take a deep dive into the proposed MHPAEA rule changes and explore alternative solutions to support mental health professionals and patients. #ERISA #mentalhealthcoverage #healthcarepolicy #workplace