Stakeholder Letter From Arizona Department of Health Services, Division of Behavioral Health Services About Provider Rate Cuts
August 9, 2011 On August 9, 2011, the Arizona Department of Health Services, Division of Behavioral Health Services (ADHS/DBHS) sent out a letter to stakeholders notifying them that behavioral health provider reimbursement rates will be cut another 5% in October. ADHS/DBHS's contracted Regional Behavioral Health Authorities (RBHAs) also will be seeing revenue cuts. ADHS/DBHS increased the percentage that must be spent on services by RBHAs, decreased their allowed profit amount, and limited their administrative spending costs. ADHS/DBHS cites ongoing funding shortfalls as the reason behind the changes. Download the Report . . .
