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The Alarming Rise in Alcohol-Related Deaths: A Focus on Women and the Continued Need for Action

In a revealing new study by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a troubling trend has emerged—rates of alcohol-related deaths in the United States have nearly...

LifeStance Health Under Fire: Former Employees Claim Payment Arrangements Violate Labor Laws

LifeStance Health Group, a prominent player in the outpatient mental health space, is facing legal challenges from former...

The Role of Outcomes Data in Shaping the Future of SUD Treatment

Outcomes data has been positioned as both the key to value-based care and the most effective leverage for...

The Hidden Battle: Understanding Online Gaming Disorder in a Digital Age

The Rise of Gaming Addiction and Its Impact on Mental Health Online gaming has become a global phenomenon, offering...

Healthcare Leaders Take on New Roles in Behavioral Health and Addiction Treatment Leadership

In recent weeks, several key organizations within the behavioral health and addiction treatment sectors have made important leadership...
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Navigating the Landscape of Substance Use Disorder Treatment in 2024: Challenges, Breakthroughs, and Hope for the Future

The year 2024 in the substance use disorder (SUD) treatment industry has been a dynamic mix of formidable challenges, technological disruptions, and unexpected breakthroughs....

The Evolving Landscape of Behavioral Health Payer Partnerships

Payer partnerships have always been a cornerstone of scaling a successful behavioral health organization. They help ensure that services are reimbursed and accessible to...

Optum’s Plan to Curb Medicaid Spending on ABA Therapy: What It Means for Autism Care

Optum, a key player in the health insurance space, has rolled out a comprehensive strategy aimed at controlling the increasing costs associated with autism...

CMS Proposes New Rule to Cap Behavioral Health Costs for Medicare Advantage Members

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has made significant strides toward improving access to mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) services...

The High Stakes of Behavioral Health Parity: Striving for Fair Access

The lack of behavioral health parity has long been a persistent issue in the United States, and its consequences for patients are profound and...

Navigating the Growing Pains of Behavioral Health: Weathering the Storm and Building Stronger Partnerships

The Behavioral Health Industry Growth has been one of the most significant shifts in healthcare in recent years. While the industry is still relatively...
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