Healthcare IT News November 6, 2024
Bill Siwicki

Why are the two often so disconnected? And what role can technology play in integrating them? A new CMS accountable care program aims to drive progress, and one expert explains what it means for providers.

The connection between behavioral health and physical health is well-documented. Physical health is greatly affected by such behaviors as smoking, substance abuse, poor diet, lack of exercise, insufficient sleep and more. In addition, mental health issues and social determinants of health, such as lack of housing or transportation, language barriers, and food insecurity, impact health.

Primary care physicians are well aware of these problems, but often are unable to do anything about them due to a lack of resources. These issues are particularly pronounced in...

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