Health Information Technology (HIT) was identified as a critical component of the HHS Roadmap for Behavioral Health Integration. To support the implementation of the Roadmap, an ASPE study was conducted to provide an overview of HIT adoption and utilization among behavioral health providers. Through literature review and focus group interviews, this ASPE study finds that digital strategies support integrated care models between physical health and behavioral health, yet there are challenges to overcome related to adoption and use of HIT, information exchange, and interoperability by behavioral health providers.
This research was conducted under contract between HHS/ASPE’s Office of Behavioral Health, Disability, and Aging Policy (BHDAP) and Research Triangle Institute. Additional research in this area is available at the ASPE Behavioral Health page and Long-Term Services & Supports/Long-Term Care page.
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