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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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OIG Recommends CMS Improve Naloxone Access for Medicaid Beneficiaries

The opioid crisis continues to devastate communities across the United States, with overdose deaths reaching record highs in recent years. Naloxone, a medication that...

HHS Gives Behavioral Health Providers Extra Time to Apply for COVID-19 Relief Funding

Behavioral health organizations across the country now have additional time to apply for critical federal support through the Provider Relief Fund. The U.S. Department...

Medicaid Expansion Leads to Spike in Number of People Receiving SUD Treatment

The expansion of Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has had a significant impact on access to care for individuals struggling with substance...

Trump Administration Transfers SAMHSA Funds to Help Fund Coronavirus Response

In an effort to bolster the nation’s response to the emerging coronavirus outbreak, the Trump administration announced it would transfer funds from the Substance...

California Proposes Groundbreaking Legislation to Improve Insurance Coverage for Behavioral Health Services

In a bold move to address ongoing challenges in the behavioral health space, lawmakers in California have introduced two new bills aimed at improving...

Medicare’s New Survey Changes for Psychiatric Hospitals: A Step Forward or Just a Band-Aid?

In recent years, the healthcare industry has witnessed significant changes and advancements, particularly with the growth of Medicare and its regulatory standards. Psychiatric hospitals...
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