OPEN MINDS, The Behavioral Health & Social Service Industry Analyst

Bottom Line

Like it or not, most mental health and substance abuse treatment services are paid for by “managed” models of care delivery. Contracting with managed care organizations should be mutually beneficial for both provider and payer. Unfortunately, the actual contracting process is often the easiest piece of the puzzle. Here are some practical ideas to help your organization in unraveling the mystery of getting paid for what you do.

My organization mainly works through our county . . .

OPEN MINDS, The Behavioral Health & Social Service Industry Analyst

Bottom Line

Like it or not, most mental health and substance abuse treatment services are paid for by “managed” models of care delivery. Contracting with managed care organizations should be mutually beneficial for both provider and payer. Unfortunately, the actual contracting process is often the easiest piece of the puzzle. Here are some practical ideas to help your organization in unraveling the mystery of getting paid for what you do.

My organization mainly works through our county . . .