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Co-occurring behavioral health conditions: What are they and how can hospitals address them?

Co-occurring behavioral health conditions: What are they and how can hospitals address them?

July 10, 2024

Approximately 21.5 million Americans meet the criteria for having co-occurring disorders, or illnesses happening simultaneously such as depression and substance use disorder.1 Historically, hospitals have approached mental health and substance abuse as separate programs. This leaves patients with a co-occurring disorder feeling lost when it comes to identifying the best...

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3 Factors Hindering Hospitals from Providing Quality Behavioral Health Treatment

3 Factors Hindering Hospitals from Providing Quality Behavioral Health Treatment

January 17, 2024

More than 56%, or 27 million, U.S. adults experiencing a behavioral health illness are not receiving treatment.1,2 Historically, a lack of education on behavioral health has played a major role in an individual’s willingness to seek treatment. However, as awareness and education around behavioral health services grow, new barriers hinder patients...

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New Healthcare Regulations, Consumerism Shifts and More: How Your Hospital Can Prepare in 2024

New Healthcare Regulations, Consumerism Shifts and More: How Your Hospital Can Prepare in 2024

January 8, 2024

In addition to identifying and addressing trends around financial health, staffing challenges, and technology opportunities, there remain a number of additional trends set to impact hospitals throughout 2024. Discover three additional trends that health leaders should consider when developing and managing their hospital’s strategic priorities this year. Shifting Healthcare Consumerism Needs In...

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Strategies to Improve Primary Care Operations: Importance of Behavioral Health Partnership

Strategies to Improve Primary Care Operations: Importance of Behavioral Health Partnership

December 19, 2023

Growing Need for Behavioral Health in the Hospital Setting An analysis by the Advisory Board noted that approximately 90% of both low- and high-acuity patients would choose to seek out their primary care provider (PCP) for behavioral health treatment and/or resources.1 However, patients who choose to admit to their PCP over other...

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5 Healthcare Consumer Trends Impacting Hospitals Nationwide

5 Healthcare Consumer Trends Impacting Hospitals Nationwide

December 12, 2023

Healthcare is an ever-changing landscape, and so are its consumers. A recent Advisory Board report uncovered key insights into the latest healthcare consumer behaviors and how hospitals can prepare for its impact both now and in the future through inpatient rehabilitation integration. Five factors influencing healthcare consumer decisions and the driving...

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Combat Rising Emergency Department Admissions with Behavioral Health Integration

Combat Rising Emergency Department Admissions with Behavioral Health Integration

November 27, 2023

Rising Emergency Department Admissions: A Cause for Concern The number of admissions and readmissions to the emergency department (ED) for behavioral health services has seen rapid growth in the past several years. This rise has not only significantly increased healthcare costs, but it continues to have a negative impact on the...

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Top 5 resources aiding in behavioral health talent development and retention

Top 5 resources aiding in behavioral health talent development and retention

November 3, 2023

As the rapid growth of both medically complex and behavioral health patients persists, the demand for resources has never been more intense. The challenge to meet this demand is compounded by the fact that the supply of behavioral health team members is not sufficient to meet the growing need for mental...

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Behavioral health consumes majority of healthcare spending: Improve outcomes through program integration

Behavioral health consumes majority of healthcare spending: Improve outcomes through program integration

October 23, 2023

Current state of behavioral healthcare spending Patients with behavioral health conditions – in addition to physical conditions – drive roughly 57% of all healthcare spending. However, very little of that money goes toward treating behavioral conditions, notes a Milliman report.1 Although behavioral health is a cost driver for many hospitals and health...

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Headlines from the Hill: October Edition

Headlines from the Hill: October Edition

October 20, 2023

Stay ahead of the latest regulatory shifts and healthcare breaking news with Headlines from the Hill. In this month’s edition you will find: MedPAC payment alternatives: What this means for inpatient rehab and skilled nursing. Rural health priorities: National Rural Health Association outlines actions for Congress. Medicaid expansion: 10 states that have not expanded. Prior...

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Making Care Primary: Top insights into the new CMS initiative

Making Care Primary: Top insights into the new CMS initiative

September 7, 2023

CMS recently announced its newest Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) model: Making Care Primary (MCP). 

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