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Oregon’s Drug Decriminalization Creates Unfunded Mandate for Treatment Providers

Oregon's November approval of Measure 110 decriminalizing drug possession represents a landmark shift in criminal justice and addiction policy, redirecting individuals caught with small amounts of controlled substances from...

Amid Growth, Pinnacle CEO Pushes for Methadone MAT Flexibilities

The past several months have been devastating for many behavioral health providers. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused widespread...

How the Pandemic Accelerated Telehealth Adoption

The coronavirus pandemic has reshaped the behavioral health landscape, creating both challenges and opportunities for mental health care...

Virtual Pediatric Behavioral Health Provider Brightline Raises $20 Million

Brightline, a Palo Alto-based startup specializing in virtual pediatric behavioral health care, recently announced a $20 million Series...

Discovery Behavioral Health Expands With Two New Adolescent Mental Health Centers

Discovery Behavioral Health, a portfolio company of Webster Equity Partners, has made another significant move in expanding its...
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Barriers to Access: The Struggle for Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in Medicare and Medicaid Programs

The opioid crisis continues to devastate communities across the United States, affecting individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Despite significant efforts to combat the...

Acadia Healthcare to Pay $19.85 Million to Resolve Allegations of Medically Unnecessary Behavioral Health Services

Acadia Healthcare, one of the largest providers in the behavioral health care sector, has agreed to pay $19.85 million in a settlement with the...

Celebrating 988’s Two-Year Milestone: A Look at Growth, Challenges, and the Future of Behavioral Health

As the 988 Mental Health Hotline celebrates its two-year anniversary, it’s a moment to reflect on how far it’s come—and to look ahead at...

Addressing the Health Care Needs of Older Americans: A Call for Change

As the aging population in America continues to grow, the health care system must evolve to meet the increasingly complex needs of older adults....

Talkspace Partners with Amazon to Revolutionize Access to Mental Health Services

In a major step forward for both digital mental health care and accessibility, Talkspace Inc. (Nasdaq: TALK), a leading online therapy provider, has announced...

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...
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