Tackling the Behavioral Health Workforce Shortage in Illinois: A Roadmap for Change
The workforce shortage in the behavioral health sector has become one of the most pressing issues facing providers across the United States. As mental...
The Future of Behavioral Health: A Closer Look at the CCBHC Demonstration Program’s Extension and Expansion
The Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Demonstration Program has played a pivotal role in improving the availability and quality of behavioral health services...
Navigating the Growing Complexity of Compliance in Behavioral Health: Why Providers Need Robust Programs
Historically, many behavioral health providers operated on a cash-pay basis due to the limited reimbursement options for mental health and substance abuse treatment. This...
The U.S. Government’s Stance on Marijuana in Substance Abuse Treatment: Federal Grant Dollars Cannot Be Spent on Weed
As the opioid epidemic continues to ravage communities across the United States, state-level interventions are being explored, including the use of medical marijuana in...
Michigan Leads the Way in Removing Prior Authorization for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
The opioid epidemic continues to have a devastating impact across the United States, claiming thousands of lives each year. Among the most effective treatments...
The Recovery Centers of America Expands with Two New Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities
Substance abuse remains a growing challenge in many parts of the United States, and finding reliable, accessible treatment options for those struggling with addiction...