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Top (and Bottom) 10 States For Behavioral Health Staff Shortages

2017-05-31T20:18:20-04:00By Eric Duchinsky|Behavioral Health Integration, Clinical Operations Improvement, Uncategorized|

The greatest need for mental health professionals are found in the more populated east coast and remote northern states. Large populations and rural settings significantly impact behavioral health staff shortages. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) released the most current data. The table shows the 10 states with the worst behavioral health professions clinical coverage, the national average, and the 10 states with the best BH coverage.

Not Waiting For Capitol Hill: Health System Leaders Move Ahead

2017-05-23T19:29:16-04:00By Eric Duchinsky|Clinical Operations Improvement, Compliance, Financial, Financial Analysis, Health Care Reform|

Despite industry uncertainty about the fate of healthcare under the new administration and Republican Congress, health system leaders move ahead and are preparing for the future. A recent Premier Inc. survey show the target areas for improvements within their systems. The results signal growth concerns and why the leaders will not wait for Capitol Hill results.

Update: Payer Efforts Against Opioid Epidemic

2017-05-23T18:07:00-04:00By Eric Duchinsky|Care Coordination, Clinical Analysis, Clinical Operations Improvement|

According to the CDC, drug overdoses are the leading cause of accidental death in the United States. Of the overdose deaths that occurred in 2015, 63 percent involved an opioid. Payer options for managing efforts against opioid overuse range from monitoring population data to working with provider networks.

Behavioral Healthcare Shortages: Causes and Solutions

2017-07-05T17:13:36-04:00By Eric Duchinsky|Behavioral Health Integration, Clinical Analysis, Clinical Operations Improvement, Uncategorized|

The National Council for Behavioral Health and the National Council Medical Director Institute released a far-reaching report this month: The Psychiatric Shortage: Causes and Solutions. As a recognized leader in behavioral health reviews, this BHM Healthcare Insider Blog brings selections from the executive summary focusing on the behavioral healthcare shortages and solutions.

Behavioral Health Costs: Success Stories

2017-04-05T14:53:42-04:00By Eric Duchinsky|Behavioral Health Integration, Clinical Analysis, Clinical Operations Improvement, Uncategorized|

Managing behavioral health costs challenges the US healthcare system. The issues encompass many of the legacy processes and structures needing to be overhauled. Some interesting recently posted examples may show the way for the entire healthcare system. These come from both payers and providers.

Adding Value With Behavioral Health

2023-08-07T14:46:13-04:00By Eric Duchinsky|Behavioral Health Integration, Clinical Analysis, Clinical Operations Improvement, Uncategorized|

Providers are beginning to bridge the gap between medical and mental care, forming partnerships aimed at improving patients’ physical and mental health, and reducing costs at the same time. Such holistic projects are underway in numerous states, including California, New York, Washington, and Florida.

Keeping Payer Staff Current on Changes in Medical Care

2017-04-02T13:28:04-04:00By Eric Duchinsky|Clinical Operations Improvement, Health Insurance|

The healthcare industry is constantly changing. From legislation to trends in care, it's often daunting to stay on top of the changes. Payers can rely on professional development and continuous training for staff to help keep them up to date with changes in their industry.

Pharmacy Trends | Top 5 Pharmacy Trends for 2016

2017-04-02T13:28:07-04:00By BHM Marketing|Clinical Analysis, Clinical Operations Improvement, Health Care Reform, Uncategorized|

Top 5 Pharmacy Trends: Pharmacy Industry Trends and Events

2015 has been an extraordinary year for the Pharmacy […]

3 Trends to Watch in Healthcare Information Management

2023-10-07T09:23:49-04:00By BHM Marketing|Big Data, Care Coordination, Clinical Operations Improvement, Operational Analysis, Strategic Planning, Telehealth and Telemedicine|

The healthcare industry is rapidly growing: With innovations in medical tools and new successful procedures performed annually, there is no shortage of change. Just as vital to the industry are solutions that help manage the information of the millions of patients who visit each year. To keep up with the demand and to facilitate the process, adjusting healthcare information management practices is a necessity. Here are three trends that are being implemented.

5 Key Elements of the Peer Review Process

2023-10-07T09:18:48-04:00By BHM Marketing|Clinical Operations Improvement, Physician Advisor/Peer Review, Training, URAC Accreditation, Utilization Management, Webinars|

Lately we have been talking about the important of Independent Review Organizations (IROs) and peer reviews in the healthcare ecosystem. Today we continue this discussion and delve deep into the importance of the peer review process. We know that peer reviews are a crucial part of healthcare because they hold medical professionals and organizations accountable in addition helping to build a world of trust between patient and physician. The peer review process is one that consists of high levels of property technology and superior customer service. By boosting transparency in healthcare, peer reviews have become an essential standard helping to make healthcare safer and more efficient. So let’s take a look at the 5 core building blocks of the peer review process.

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