Oct 7, 2025 by Barrins & Associates
CARF, COA, Medicaid, MHPAEA, TJCBH Organizations
Even with the 2024 rule on hold (see the APA stance below), CBHC leaders have powerful tools to press payers, strengthen contracts, and protect access. Prefer to watch this short video instead of reading? Go to the 6 minutes video version! Parity in Behavioral...
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Jan 9, 2025 by Barrins & Associates
Behavioral Health Home, BHH, CARF, CCBHC, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, COA, crisis mental health care, HRSN, IBH, Innovative Care Model, Medicaid, Medicare, mental health, person-centered Care, primary care screening, screen, SMI, SUD, TJC, value-based paymentBH Organizations, Hospitals
On December 18, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the selection of Michigan, New York, Oklahoma, and South Carolina state Medicaid agencies to participate in the Innovation in Behavioral Health Model (IBH). This initiative, which...
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Mar 7, 2024 by Barrins & Associates
Accreditation, Accrediting Bodie, Accreditor, ACHC, CARF, Certification, CIHQ, CMS, COPs, DNV, Medicaid, Medicare, Quality, Regulatory, Safety, standard, surveys, TJCBH Organizations, Hospitals
In an ongoing effort to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety in healthcare facilities participating in Medicare and Medicaid programs, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed significant changes to enhance its oversight of...
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