06/15/2023
The last couple of paragraphs in this Fierce Healthcare article about the Evernorth Health Services report open the door of opportunity for emerging and existing organizations to come in and do it better.
"The report emphasizes four steps to creating a more coordinated, robust model for behavioral health. One, early detection is crucial, as earlier treatment can drive improved outcomes. Next is assessment and recommendation that ensures "precision along care pathways," according to the report.
Once those care pathways are defined, the patient can then be matched with a provider that will best fit their needs. And then finally, transparent measures are critical to benchmarking success. For example, the report found that patients who receive outpatient treatment for can see savings of $2,565 each over a 15-month diagnosis period."
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