Tag: substance use
The Roadblocks and Progress in Value-Based Care for Addiction Treatment
Over the past decade, the healthcare industry has seen a slow but steady shift toward value-based care models in various sectors. However, in addiction...
A Personal Mission to Fix a Broken System
Eric Frieman’s entry into the world of behavioral health care, mental health, and substance use treatment was deeply personal, sparked by the devastating loss...
The Slow Pace of M&A in the Substance Use Disorder Treatment Space: Could 2025 Spark a New Wave?
In recent years, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the substance use disorder (SUD) treatment space have been relatively slow. However, with the anticipated shift...
Why More Employers Must Prioritize Substance Use Support in the Workplace
As mental health climbs the list of top concerns for today’s workforce, a recent Mercer report highlights a surprising gap: while many employers are...
The Impact of Weight-Loss Drugs on the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Industry
Weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, which were originally developed for the treatment of diabetes, have become a sensation in recent years as effective...
Pelago Appoints Frank Jennings as New President to Lead the Future of Virtual Substance Use Management
Pelago, a trailblazer in virtual substance use management, has recently announced the appointment of Frank Jennings as its new president. With an impressive background...