The impact of behavioral health on health care delivery systems is staggering. At least 1 in 5 adults has a behavioral health condition, often untreated, and frequently coexisting with other medical conditions, thus making chronic care management some of the most expensive care. When matching this volume and complexity of patients with an environment that lacks adequate providers, staff comfortable with the patients, and inadequate and inappropriately designed facilities to address the patients ongoing needs; the situation can feel overwhelming and intractable. We will allay your fears by providing a framework to analyze and prioritize the implementation of a successful behavioral health care delivery model that addresses the patients’ needs and assists in making the strategic investments in services and facilities that provide a return on investment.
