As hospital and health leaders continue to seek sustainable solutions to address workforce shortages, negative margins and rising labor costs, they may want to take a deeper look at ways to integrate physical and behavioral health services. At least six positive impacts can be achieved
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Evernorth: Behavioral Health’s Impact on Physical Health Is ‘Something Plan Sponsors Cannot Ignore’
The majority of patients with behavioral health conditions also have one or more medical comorbidities. And this can drive up the cost of care for patients with a behavioral health diagnosis. That’s according to a new report by Cigna’s health service division, Evernorth. The report
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How ACOs Are Integrating Behavioral Health Services
Many Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) are eyeing behavioral health integration to drive down the cost of care, boost accessibility and improve overall health outcomes. ACOs work outside the traditional fee-for-service model. Instead, provider reimbursement is tied to the quality of care and overall spending reduction.
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