OIG Highlights Difficulty in Accessing Behavioral Health Providers Within Medicare and Medicaid
April 3, 2024 | |
OIG Highlights Difficulty in Accessing Behavioral Health Providers Within Medicare and Medicaid
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) released a report addressing the critical shortage of behavioral health providers within the Medicare and Medicaid systems. This shortage is particularly concerning given the significant demand for behavioral health services across the United States, with over 160 million individuals residing in areas designated as mental health… (Eisen, 1/1/70) #COVID-19, #Delivery Reform, #Mental and Behavioral Health, #Prevention