CHAMPUS Coverage to Include All Types of Partial Hospitalization Programs

OPEN MINDS The Behavioral Health & Social Service Industry Analyst Industry News Proposed legislation that would amend CHAMPUS health benefits includes coverage for all types of partial hospitalization. An earlier version of the bill restricted coverage to only hospital-based partial hospital programs. Mark Knight, Executive Director of the American Association For Partial Hospitalization, said that he viewed the new language as a victory. “We are pleased that the new CHAMPUS benefits will cover all partial hospital programs, regardless of whether they are hospital-based or freestanding," said Mr. Knight. The changes in CHAMPUS benefits will take effect on April . . .