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Why is #carecoordination essential for the skyrocketing demand for mental healthcare services? Find out here. #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #mentalhealthservices #healthcarenews

If your future is in healthcare, public health, or oral health, knowing how to be effective in 'telehealth' will be necessary. Check this out... How to Coordinate Mental Healthcare, Physical Care Amid High Demand | The demand for mental health has increased significantly in the 2020s. [ TechTarget- Healthcare Consumerism News] Mental healthcare utilization grew 38.8 percent between 2019 and 2022, and spending on mental health jumped 53.7 percent in the same timeframe. The coronavirus pandemic was a key driver of these trends. It was disruptive and destructive to well-being, but it also opened many Americans’ eyes to their desperate need for mental health support. As a result, in 2022, telemental health utilization had stabilized at around 1,068 percent of what it was pre-pandemic. In today’s episode of Industry Perspectives, Georgia Gaveras, DO, co-founder and chief medical officer at Talkiatry, discusses these trends and the state of telemental healthcare. More> https://lnkd.in/gFiGJ7ha #achieve #blackleadership #latinoleaders #mentalhealth #telehealth #publichealth #socialchange #populationhealth #communityhealth  

Making Mental Healthcare Truly Accessible   Mental health struggles are increasingly visible, yet quality care remains out of reach for many. Mindful Care is working to change that by innovating to provide timely, affordable, and convenient psychiatric and therapy services.   Founded in 2018, Mindful Care offers same-day and next-day visits, accepts insurance, provides in-person and virtual care, and continues expanding nationwide. Our approach aims to set a new standard for accessible mental healthcare.   Mindful Care was also just featured in Us Weekly Magazine for our efforts to reshape access! Check out this article highlighting Mindful Care's mission. Our nationwide expansion isn't just about business growth — it fulfills the urgent need for more inclusive mental health services.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gG7SczGe

What is the state of access to mental health care in Massachusetts? What are the challenges and opportunities for the system overall and for individuals trying to access care? NESCA Pediatric Neuropsychologist Rebecca Dautoff, Psy.D., provides an overview in today's blog. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthCare #AccessToCare #Massachusetts

Mental health care access is a growing concern across the U.S., and Massachusetts—despite its strong healthcare system—faces its own set of challenges. In NESCA's recent blog, my colleague Dr. Rebecca Dautoff explores the current landscape of mental health services in Massachusetts, addressing key barriers like stigma, workforce shortages, and financial obstacles. Dr. Dautoff highlights: - Stigma still preventing many from seeking help - Insurance limiting access - Workforce shortages in rural areas - Prohibitive costs Despite these obstacles, initiatives like telehealth, legislative efforts, and community-based programs may help to bridge the gap. For families and professionals navigating mental health care, resources like the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line (MBHHL), NAMI Massachusetts Compass Helpline, and the William James College INTERFACE Referral Service provide critical support. Read more about the future of mental health care in Massachusetts and how advocacy and innovation are shaping access: https://lnkd.in/euA58uxu #MentalHealthAwareness #HealthcareAccess #MentalHealthServices #NESCA #MentalHealth #SpecialEducation #IEP

How to Coordinate Mental Healthcare, Physical Care Amid High Demand  The demand for mental health has increased significantly in the 2020s. Mental healthcare utilization grew 38.8 percent between 2019 and 2022 and spending on mental health jumped 53.7 percent in the same timeframe. The coronavirus pandemic was a key driver of these trends. It was disruptive and destructive to well-being, but it also opened many Americans’ eyes to their desperate need for mental health support. [Healthcare Executive Intelligence] As a result, in 2022 telemental health utilization had stabilized at around 1,068 percent of what it was pre-pandemic. In today’s episode of Industry Perspectives, Georgia Gaveras, DO, co-founder and chief medical officer at Talkiatry, discusses these trends and the state of telemental healthcare. More> https://lnkd.in/gFiGJ7ha   #mentalhealth #behavorialhealth #telehealth #socialchange #publichealth #populationhealth #communityhealth

🧠🌟@tmsofsouthtampa Dr. Pages is proud to be featured as the cover story for the latest issue of Enterprise World. He talks about his passion for healthcare, the importance of spreading awareness for mental health, and the future of technology and care. You can find the whole @the_enterprise_world article here — https://lnkd.in/exXyZ7Vu

The Biden-Harris Administration has introduced a groundbreaking final rule that ensures mental health care coverage for 175 million Americans will now match physical health care coverage. This landmark step is a major move toward establishing mental health care as a fundamental right for all, not a privilege.   As a behavioral health center, we are thrilled to support these transformative new requirements. They will:   -Enhance Access: Health plans are now mandated to evaluate their provider networks and payment rates to ensure parity in mental health and substance use care. -Close Loopholes: Today's final rule extends MHPAEA compliance to over 200 more health plans, closing a loophole and protecting 120,000 additional consumers. -Strengthen Protections: The rule enforces fair and equitable practices in mental health care, including reducing restrictive prior authorization processes and improving payment rates for providers.    These advancements are set to improve access to care and reduce out-of-pocket costs for families, making mental health care more affordable and equitable.   At Connections, we celebrate these significant changes and look forward to their positive impact on our communities. Together, we are taking a monumental step toward a future where mental health care is accessible to everyone who needs it. https://lnkd.in/eFki59JS #Mentalhealthparity #MHPAEA #mentalhealthcare #healthcare #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #crisiscare #ConnectionsHealthSolutions

As this country continues to prioritize mental health care, we appreciate the attention and efforts directed at integrating behavioral health and primary care. Doing so not only reduces unnecessary spending, it improves outcomes and overall health. Moving to a value-based mental health care model may also be on the horizon. According to this article, to better coordinate treatment in a holistic manner, our system should, among other things, "develop guidance for payers to expand the use and adoption of value-based arrangements and alternative payment models." #valuebasedcare #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealth

A mental health benefit is only as good as its providers. Most solutions focus on network size rather than quality of care. Not Lyra. Quality is our first focus.