The IMD Exclusion and the Changing Landscape of Medicaid Reimbursement for Mental Health Treatment
For many years, federal rules restricted Medicaid from reimbursing the costs of inpatient psychiatric care for patients in facilities with more than 16 beds,...
The Struggle for Behavioral Health Parity: Why Americans Pay More for Mental Health Care
Despite ongoing efforts to achieve parity in health care, Americans still face significant financial and accessibility challenges when seeking behavioral health services. A recent...
The Growing Workforce Crisis in Behavioral Health: A Barrier to Mental Health and Addiction Treatment
Over the past several decades, society has made significant strides in reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction. People are more willing to...
A Landmark Ruling: Federal Government Required to Provide Mental Health Services to Migrant Families
In a significant ruling on Tuesday, a federal judge in California mandated that the federal government must provide mental health services to thousands of...
The Closure of Mental Health America of Roanoke Valley: A Legacy Lives On
After more than 70 years of service to the community, Mental Health America of Roanoke Valley has officially closed its doors. The organization ceased...
Arkansas Behavioral Health Providers Merge to Create Arisa Health: A New Era in Integrated Care
In an exciting development for the behavioral health sector, four behavioral health providers in Arkansas—Counseling Associates, Mid-South Health Systems, Ozark Guidance, and Professional Counseling...
