A New Bill in Congress Aims to Address Medicaid’s IMD Exclusion for Substance Use Disorder Treatment
For over half a century, one of the most significant barriers to accessing residential treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) in the United States...
Ensuring Effective Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder: Strengthening Oversight of Opioid Treatment Programs Compliance
Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) are the cornerstone of medication-assisted treatment for individuals suffering from Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). These programs provide evidence-based medications, such...
Biden Administration Takes Major Step Forward in Mental Health Parity with New Rule
On March 17, 2025, the Biden administration took a significant step toward improving mental health care in the United States by releasing a final...
The Rising Tide of Medicaid Reimbursement in Autism Therapy: A Call for Advocacy and Collaboration
In recent years, the landscape of autism therapy reimbursement has seen notable improvements. The positive trend in reimbursement rates for services rendered by Registered...
Universal Health Services Looks to Restore Behavioral Health Margins to Pre-COVID Levels
Universal Health Services (NYSE: UHS), a prominent healthcare provider, is focused on regaining the profitability and operational efficiency of its behavioral health division that...
Sen. Ron Wyden Calls for Stricter Oversight of Residential Treatment Facilities for Vulnerable Youth
Senator Ron Wyden, the chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, is intensifying his efforts to reform residential treatment facilities (RTFs) that care for vulnerable...
