Tag: substance use
The Importance of Behavioral Health Business Diversification: Maximizing Growth, Revenue, and Long-Term Value Across Service Lines and Marketing Channels
In the dynamic and competitive world of behavioral health, providers must continually adapt to stay ahead. As the landscape evolves, both businesses and patients...
How State Policies Are Shaping the Future of Telehealth in Substance Use Disorder Treatment
The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped how healthcare is delivered across the U.S.—and one of the most dramatic shifts occurred in behavioral health. As in-person care...
A New Bill in Congress Aims to Address Medicaid’s IMD Exclusion for Substance Use Disorder Treatment
For over half a century, one of the most significant barriers to accessing residential treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) in the United States...
Ensuring Effective Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder: Strengthening Oversight of Opioid Treatment Programs Compliance
Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) are the cornerstone of medication-assisted treatment for individuals suffering from Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). These programs provide evidence-based medications, such...
The Case for Integrated Behavioral Health Care: Addressing Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Conditions
In recent years, behavioral health operators and regulators have increasingly advocated for the integration of substance use disorder (SUD) screenings within primary care settings....
Hospice Industry’s Growing Crisis: The Predatory Targeting of Opioid Treatment Patients
In an alarming turn of events, some unethical hospice providers are increasingly turning their attention to a new target to boost their patient census—and...