Hospice News September 8, 2020
Bolstering behavioral health programming in seriously ill populations could improve patient outcomes and have lasting impacts on care models and payment structures, according to research in the palliative care field. However, palliative care providers investing in behavioral health integration contend with challenges of specialized workforce shortages and a lack of understanding in psychosocial-specific care needs.
Mental health is among the many areas of serious illness care that providers are learning to navigate as they build their palliative care business lines. Improved access and deeper integration of psychiatric services stands to benefit the estimated 5 to 8 million older adults nationwide who have one or more mental health conditions. With complex medical and social needs, providing comprehensive and goal-concordant care will...
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