By Big Sky Times |
Feb 13, 2024
A new issue brief released by the Montana Healthcare Foundation emphasizes the crucial role of primary care providers in addressing the behavioral health needs of Montana residents. According to the report, more than half of Medicaid members with behavioral health needs in Montana receive care exclusively from primary care providers.The analysis of Montana Medicaid claims data revealed that primary care providers play a central role in the state's behavioral health system, even for complex conditions. Specifically, primary care providers deliver a significant portion of...