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07 Sep

Posted at 20:25h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month-- a time meant to raise awareness and open the dialog around suicide, while advocating for better mental health care. As part of this awareness month, September 5th-11th is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Week, and September 10th...

02 Aug

Posted at 12:41h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Residential Care, Substance Use by
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Part Five in a Series  Within the United States, many mental health and criminal justice experts believe that jails and prisons have become our nation’s largest psychiatric facilities. This may be surprising to someone who does not have frequent contact with the American criminal justice system,...

26 Jul

Posted at 13:13h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, September Newsletter 2021 by
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Every child gets scared or anxious sometimes. It’s normal for kids to be afraid of the dark, shy around new people, or nervous before a big test. It becomes an issue when fear and anxiety cause distress or interfere with everyday activities. Anxiety disorders in...

12 Jul

Posted at 13:28h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care by
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Part Four in a Series An interesting aspect of living in the United States is the incredible variety of religious and cultural traditions practiced by our 328.2 million neighbors. As our country has evolved, distinct customs have developed alongside it, creating new cultural traditions and religious...

28 Jun

Posted at 14:10h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, EHR, Financial, IT, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Teletherapy by
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As a behavioral healthcare provider, you know all too well that running a successful organization involves much more than providing quality care for your clients. The reality is, you cannot provide effective care if you neglect the operational elements of your business which also require your time...

14 Jun

Posted at 13:00h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care by
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An unfortunate reality is that many children experience devastating ordeals in their young lives. A close family member commits suicide. Parents get divorced. The child experiences abuse or neglect. These traumatic events are referred to as adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). They are closely linked to...

04 Jan

Posted at 13:53h in Behavioral Health, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Teletherapy by
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Addiction does not happen in a vacuum. Every client you see who is dealing with addiction has people in his or her life who are also being impacted by that addiction. The American Society of Addiction Medicine defines addiction as a ‘treatable, chronic medical disease involving complex interactions...

26 Oct

Posted at 14:24h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Substance Use by
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Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, and the numbers have been increasing over the past few decades. Historically, attempts to predict and prevent suicide were based on self-reporting, which can be problematic because people may hide their suicidal thoughts....

28 Sep

Posted at 09:03h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Value Based Healthcare by
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In the behavioral healthcare field, a divide exists between research outcomes and clinical outcomes. A significant factor in this disparity is data-driven treatment. Measures such as symptom rating scales are core components of research trials, but they are less common in clinical settings. Only about...

31 Aug

Posted at 13:51h in Behavioral Health, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Teletherapy by
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The global coronavirus pandemic has had world-wide mental health repercussions. Long-term stress has exacerbated existing behavioral health conditions, and social isolation has increased feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Chronic stress and economic instability has created a breeding ground for psychological distress. When it comes...

24 Aug

Posted at 12:47h in Behavioral Health, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Teletherapy, Value Based Healthcare by
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Rural, isolated regions have historically lacked resources and infrastructure to adequately address the behavioral healthcare needs of its population. People living in remote areas have limited access to specialty services for mental health and substance use disorders, creating a rural-urban divide. Fortunately, technological innovation and...

03 Aug

Posted at 11:59h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Podcasts, EHR, Financial, Mental Health EHR, Value Based Healthcare by
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Value based payments are here to stay. Figuring out how to measure your outcomes to get paid for your work is just one of the challenges behavioral health organizations face as they plan for the future. Not all that long ago, start up mental health programs...

24 Jul

Posted at 18:51h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Uncategorized, Value Based Healthcare by
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Depression is prevalent among patients with chronic physical conditions. Because a client’s physical well-being significantly impacts behavioral health outcomes and vice-versa, it's important that they receive treatment with an integrated care approach. For clients with chronic illnesses, physical health goals can be an integral part...

20 Jul

Posted at 12:40h in Behavioral Health, COVID-19, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, September Newsletter 2020, Teletherapy by
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COVID-19 upended life as we know it. Although some states have eased initial lockdown restrictions, indoor gatherings of unrelated people remain risky, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Some communities continue to prohibit them, and nearly all continue to recommend working...

13 Jul

Posted at 12:50h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Popular Blogs, September Newsletter 2020, Substance Use, Teletherapy by
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All behavior is learned and displayed within the contexts of society. Each individual’s culture is a unique blend of ethnicity, demographics, socioeconomic status, language, and affiliations. If practitioners assess and evaluate behavior through a client’s frame of reference, human behavior becomes more evident in light...

06 Jul

Posted at 12:51h in Behavioral Health, Billing Services, EHR, Human Resources, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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Outpatient behavioral healthcare programs put immeasurable effort into addressing the needs of their clients. Unfortunately, workforce shortages, reimbursement delays, and detailed reporting for accreditation requirements create barriers to providing the best care possible. Innovative strategies that streamline operations can make your program more efficient and...

08 Jun

Posted at 15:20h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, EHR, Financial, Mental Health EHR, Mental Health EHR Page, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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For quite some time, insurers and healthcare providers have been moving towards a value-based healthcare model, and away from the traditional fee-for-service payment system. In value-based care, providers are incentivized based on the quality of care they provide and the meaningful treatment outcomes used to...

21 May

Posted at 21:56h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Podcasts, COVID-19, EHR, Financial, Mental Health EHR, Teletherapy, Value Based Healthcare by
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The field of behavioral healthcare has changed. 60-65% of human service agencies bound to a fee-for-service model fail. Medicaid margins are razor thin when you consider the exceedingly low payments mental health counselors receive versus the escalating costs of delivering quality care, forcing many direct...

04 May

Posted at 16:32h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, EHR, Financial, Mental Health EHR, Value Based Healthcare by
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Behavioral healthcare is changing. Focus is shifting away from traditional fee-for-service (FFS) systems to value-based payments (VBP). These new payment methods link reimbursements with improved performance and outcomes. They are designed to hold providers accountable for the quality of care they provide to their clients....

24 Mar

Posted at 17:12h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, COVID-19, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Mental Health EHR Page, Outpatient Care, Teletherapy by
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With the outbreak of Coronavirus, everyday life has become difficult for millions of people across the globe. The disease, also known as COVID-19, is highly infectious and can have varying effects on different people. According to the World Health Organization, the virus primarily spreads through...

23 Mar

Posted at 12:38h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Financial, Mental Health EHR, Value Based Healthcare by
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The healthcare space is in the process of a challenging transition to value-based care. The expectation that most organizations can make the transition in a year or two is overly optimistic. Complete transformation may take a long journey and will require careful consideration. So far,...

12 Mar

Posted at 03:07h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Podcasts, Clinical, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care by
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Psychiatric nurse practitioners are instrumental in providing treatment and helping patients cope with psychiatric disorders including ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, and anxiety, as well as a whole host of other conditions. They work with individuals, families, groups, and communities, assessing their mental health needs before...

24 Feb

Posted at 18:30h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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Our country faces a crisis. Communities across the nation are stricken with substance abuse and mental illness. Data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association (SAMHSA) reveal nearly 58 million Americans have mental illnesses or substance use disorders, with 9 million adults having...

04 Feb

Posted at 21:47h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Podcasts, Clinical, Mental Health EHR by
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Smartphones were first introduced to the mass market in 2007. While there are both positives and negatives that have come from using this innovative technology, the change in culture and society--as it relates to physical and mental health--has been dramatic. Studies have shown the pattern of...

20 Jan

Posted at 16:00h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Podcasts, Billing Services, Clinical, EHR, Financial, Marketing, Mental Health EHR by
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Mental healthcare is a booming business. It is also unique because discussions about profit, using the word "sales", and the downsides of this industry are rarely, if ever, spoken about. It's time to start! Sit back, relax, and listen as co-hosts Dave Ballenberger, MSW, and Kristin...

30 Dec

Posted at 16:27h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Value Based Healthcare by
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David Ballenberger, Director of Business Development for NextStep Solutions, discusses the changes that are on the horizon for behavioral health EHRs. The need to offer documented value to your practice is increasing, and the ability to prove that your treatments are working with your clients,...

30 Dec

Posted at 16:25h in Behavioral Health, Mental Health EHR, Mental Health EHR Page, Value Based Healthcare by
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Evidence-based collaborative care programs are patient-centered and provide integrated care for medical and mental health needs in primary care and other mental health settings. Over 30 studies have found such programs to be more effective than usual care of for mental disorders such as depression and anxiety.  Offering mental...

30 Dec

Posted at 16:23h in EHR, Marketing, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Teletherapy, Value Based Healthcare by
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 A lot of discussion that takes place around electronic health records is rarely about the system’s ability to provide marketing tools. Often, the discussion centers on the clinical abilities of the software, billing, and ease of use. Any system that is gathering data should be...

30 Dec

Posted at 16:22h in Behavioral Health, EHR, Financial, Mental Health EHR by
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When choosing an EHR, much of the discussion surrounds how it will benefit the organization.  But what does a Behavioral Health EHR provide for the patient? Improved behavioral health care.  EHRs help staff make the best clinical decisions about how to treat patients.  For example, treatment plans will...

30 Dec

Posted at 16:01h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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Can your Electronic Health Record add, subtract, multiply and divide? I can remember standing at the back of the room waiting for Sister Theresa to give me a math problem that I would have to figure it out before I got to the front of the...