Tag: behavioral health news
Medicaid Fraud in Addiction Treatment: Crossroads and RCCA Cases Underscore a Growing Crisis
As the United States continues to battle the opioid epidemic and rising rates of substance use disorder (SUD), the role of treatment providers is...
Impact of Medicaid Redeterminations on Universal Health Services’ Behavioral Health Arm: A Closer Look at Q2 2024
Medicaid redeterminations have begun to take a toll on Universal Health Services’ (NYSE: UHS) behavioral health division, with several factors contributing to slower-than-expected growth...
Autism Therapy M&A 2024: Deal Activity Heats Up with Strategic Moves by ABA Connect and Behavioral Framework
After a subdued 2023, the Autism therapy M&A 2024 landscape is signaling a strong resurgence. Two notable transactions in late July highlight this renewed...
Optum Layoffs 2025: A Restructuring Amid Behavioral Health Focus and Challenges
Optum, the services arm of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has recently undergone a significant restructuring effort that led to the layoffs of at least...
The Rising Cost of Behavioral Health Utilization and Its Impact on Commercial Health Plans
In the evolving landscape of health care spending, one factor has consistently emerged as a significant driver of rising costs: the increased utilization of...
Galen Mental Health CEO Kristen Scheel Takes the Helm During Rapid Growth
Galen Mental Health, a rising leader in outpatient behavioral health care, has appointed Kristen Scheel as its new Chief Executive Officer. The announcement marks...