58% Of Americans Cite Cost & In-Network Status As Important Factors in Behavioral Health Provider Selection

A total of 58% of Americans say the cost of the provider organization, and whether a provider organization is in their network, are very important considerations when choosing a behavioral health provider organizations. These two considerations are also cited as obstacles, with 51% citing cost of treatment as an obstacle, and 41% citing the availability of in-network providers as an obstacle.

When considering sources of treatment, 39% of adults have received mental health or addiction treatment through a primary care provider (PCP), and 45% have received treatment through a psychiatrist, therapist, counselor or other specialist. Another 17% of consumers . . .