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19 Sep

Posted at 13:07h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Teletherapy by
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There is a hidden crisis that all too often goes unnoticed and is underreported across rural America's broad expanse, where stunning landscapes stretch for miles and communities appear close-knit. This crisis involves the intersection of mental health challenges and addiction, and it touches countless lives...

14 Nov

Posted at 14:17h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, COVID-19, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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Parents, researchers, and front-line mental health providers are all saying the same thing: there is an ongoing mental health crisis among youth in America. Taking action to mitigate these challenges is essential. However, it can be hard to know where to start without the appropriate...

25 Jul

Posted at 14:21h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced that one in 14 Americans report having a substance use disorder. Compounding this incidence rate is the reluctance to seek treatment based on the stigma associated with having substance use issues. Healthcare workers have a call to action to...

02 May

Posted at 00:30h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, COVID-19, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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Each May, we celebrate National Children’s Mental Health Week to underscore the importance of nurturing positive mental health among our nation’s youth. This year, from May 1st-7th, the awareness week will emphasize the vital importance of building strong emotional health for children’s long-term development and...

25 Apr

Posted at 12:58h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, COVID-19, Financial, Mental Health EHR, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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On March 28th, the Biden-Harris Administration submitted its presidential budget proposal for the 2023 fiscal year. While this action is just the first step in the lengthy budgetary process, it offers an interesting insight into the White House’s spending and policy priorities moving towards the...

01 Mar

Posted at 23:15h in Beacon March 2022, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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Every year, National Eating Disorder Awareness Week casts a much-needed light on the daily realities of eating disorders and the relationship we have with food and personal body image. While an estimated 24 million Americans suffer from an eating disorder, symptoms are varied, often difficult...

20 Dec

Posted at 14:46h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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During the holidays, it feels like you can’t go anywhere without hearing familiar songs like “Jingle Bell Rock'' and “All I Want for Christmas is You,” (seemingly played on repeat) or seeing greens, reds, and poinsettias everywhere. Conversation turns to holiday planning, annual family traditions,...

01 Nov

Posted at 13:31h in Beacon December 2021, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, COVID-19, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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Part One in a Series  More than a year and a half into the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s no surprise that Americans continue to struggle with their mental and behavioral health. Within our families and communities, there have been irreparable changes that continue to affect us, even...

11 Oct

Posted at 14:27h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, EHR, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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In the early morning of August 30th, the last plane carrying U.S forces left Kabul International Airport in Afghanistan, bringing an official end to America’s longest war.  For 20 years, American troops fought in the desert of Afghanistan, first searching for 9/11 mastermind Osama Bin Laden,...

04 Oct

Posted at 13:44h in Beacon December 2021, Behavioral Health, Clinical, COVID-19, EHR, Human Resources, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Teletherapy by
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In the last year and a half, we’ve watched in awe as first responders like doctors, nurses, paramedics, and even coroners and medical examiners have stepped up to the incredible demands put on them by COVID-19. Most trained professionals could see the crushing wave of sickness...

27 Sep

Posted at 14:04h in Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health EHR, Clinical, Mental Health EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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Reflecting on Suicide Prevention Awareness Month With Back to School season in full swing, COVID cases of the Delta variant surging, and National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, September flew by in a whirlwind of activity, events, and heavy headlines. This year, each of these resonates more...

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...

09 Aug

Posted at 13:38h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, COVID-19, Outpatient Care, September Newsletter 2021, Substance Use by
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40% of LGBTQ youth have seriously considered suicide in the past year. Over half of transgender and non-binary youth have considered suicide, and 20% have attempted it.   The Trevor Project provides evidence-based support for LGBTQ youth through crisis services, peer support, advocacy and education. The organization...

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,...

10 May

Posted at 13:33h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Teletherapy by
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First in a  Series Since the beginning of 2020, we’ve seen the unemployment rate reach a staggering 14.8%. The resulting economic strain hasn’t just affected unemployment – it’s crept across almost every facet of our lives, including our access to healthcare. Many of the individuals experiencing...

12 Apr

Posted at 13:37h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) involves using specific medications to help substance use patients better manage their withdrawal symptoms during recovery. This technique is often used to treat substance use disorder--and specifically opioid addiction. According to a 2016 study published in The New England Journal of Medicine,...

03 Feb

Posted at 16:27h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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The 21st Century Cures Act was enacted in 2016 to help take healthcare IT to the next level of interoperability and data sharing. The resulting proposed rules from CMS and ONC are tied closely with technology frameworks that have been in the works for decades....

25 Jan

Posted at 14:17h in Behavioral Health, COVID-19, EHR, March Newsletter 2021, Newsletter, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Teletherapy by
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The COVID-19 pandemic has created an opportunity to grow behavioral health services in communities across the United States. Now, the behavioral health community must rise to the occasion. It is make or break time, and the world is watching. It's up to behavioral health providers...

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...

21 Dec

Posted at 15:20h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, COVID-19, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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Part Two in a Series The 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the ACA, greatly expanded both access and affordability for healthcare. Mental health was also addressed, under a portion of the ACA known as the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity...

07 Dec

Posted at 13:41h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, COVID-19, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Uncategorized, Value Based Healthcare by
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PART ONE IN A SERIES The 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the ACA, expanded healthcare access and affordability. A portion of the ACA, known as the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA), strives to ensure that mental health and...

23 Nov

Posted at 13:54h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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COVID-19 swept the United States in the spring of 2020. Seemingly overnight, businesses shuttered, schools closed, and everyone not deemed an “essential worker” began to shelter at home. While the economy is now reopening in an uneven state-by-state, and even city-by-city patchwork, the pandemic is...

02 Nov

Posted at 13:47h in Behavioral Health, COVID-19, December Newsletter 2021, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Teletherapy, Value Based Healthcare by
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Families benefit from the support and structure of their community. Sheltering in place during the coronavirus pandemic has thrown social networks into disarray, and anxiety associated with COVID-19 has magnified everyday stressors. Sudden loneliness and stress can increase susceptibility to substance misuse, addiction, and relapse....

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....

14 Oct

Posted at 12:51h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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Part Two in a Series The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the ACA, was enacted a decade ago. It has expanded access to healthcare, and made it more affordable for tens of millions of United States citizens. The Mental Health Parity and...

05 Oct

Posted at 12:46h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Value Based Healthcare by
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Part One in a Series Enacted in 2010, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) has expanded healthcare access and affordability for tens of millions of people in the United States. Part of the ACA is the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA)....

21 Sep

Posted at 13:00h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, COVID-19, EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use, Teletherapy by
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Widespread shutdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic have put Americans with substance use disorder (SUD) at high risk for relapse. Alcohol misuse and drug overdose are on the rise. People with SUD are often vulnerable and marginalized, and many rely on in-person behavioral healthcare for...

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 worldwide 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 have 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...

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...

29 Jun

Posted at 13:09h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Substance Use by
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Treating Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is much like managing any other chronic illness--the goal is to reduce problematic symptoms and improve the overall health and well-being of the patient. SUD is a treatable condition, and recovery is attainable with continuous, comprehensive care. Early intervention for...

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...

18 May

Posted at 13:17h in Behavioral Health, COVID-19, EHR, Outpatient Care, September Newsletter 2021, Substance Use, Teletherapy by
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For patients battling substance use disorder, each day brings new challenges as they manage their addiction and take small steps towards recovery. Coping with sobriety during a pandemic, with social distancing orders in place, adds a whole new set of obstacles individuals must overcome to...

12 May

Posted at 19:01h in Behavioral Health, EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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Too often, society treats substance misuse as a criminal or social problem rather than a health condition. Treatment and prevention services are traditionally separated from general healthcare. Such separation leaves limited options for addiction treatment. Failure to adequately address addiction has led to a crisis,...

20 Apr

Posted at 12:52h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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Our country faces a substance abuse epidemic. Over 20 million Americans have some form of Substance Use Disorder. Wide-spread addiction problems irreparably harm individuals and families. According to the CDC, 130 Americans die each day from an opioid overdose. Moreover, drug and alcohol use disorders...

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...

17 Feb

Posted at 15:02h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, Outpatient Care, Substance Use by
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With opioid addiction reaching critical levels, finding alternative options for pain management is vital. It's time for medical practitioners to start investigating other forms of treatment for pain and minor mental health issues. According to Medical News Today, more and more studies have shown that...

15 Jan

Posted at 16:02h in Behavioral Health, Clinical, EHR, Substance Use by
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Gone are the days when keeping patient records and maintaining appointment schedules is done on paper. The advancements in software technology have transformed the way programs maintain their clinical records, scheduling, and billing. Substance abuse clinical management systems offer services that are innovative and widely used....

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...