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ABSTRACT

Development of a Quality Measure for Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. ABSTRACT

Summary : Despite advances in the development of evidence-based treatment for adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the implementation of these treatments varies widely. To reduce this gap through wider dissemination of effective behavioral health treatment, the U.S.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Development of a Quality Measure for Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Mathematica Policy Research and the National Committee for Quality Assurance prepared this report under contract to the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) (HHSP23320100019WI/ HHSP23337002T). Additional funding was provided by the HHS National Institute of Mental
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Development of a Quality Measure for Adults with

Development of a Quality Measure for Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Melissa Azur, Daniel Friend, Dmitriy Poznyak, Kathleen Feeney, Danielle Chelminsky, Breanna Miller, Lareina La Flair, and Junqing Liu Mathematica Policy Research Printer Friendly Version in PDF Format (120 PDF pages)
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Development of a Quality Measure for Adults with

Development of a Quality Measure for Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Despite advances in the development of evidence-based treatment for adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the implementation of these treatments varies widely. To reduce this gap through wider dissemination of effective behavioral health treatment, the U.S.
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An Overview of Long-Term Services and Supports

An Overview of Long-Term Services and Supports and Medicaid: Final Report

Nga T. Thach, BS, and Joshua M. Wiener, PhD RTI International May 2018 Printer Friendly Version in PDF Format (34 PDF pages)
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An Overview of Long-Term Services and Supports

An Overview of Long-Term Services and Supports and Medicaid: Final Report

This report examines the role of long-term services and supports (LTSS) in Medicaid. It also examines how sociodemographic changes are likely to affect the demand for LTSS in the future, and as a result, Medicaid use and expenditures. The report shows: the demand for LTSS is likely to increase dramatically; LTSS is a major part of the Medicaid pro
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Development and Testing of Behavioral Health

Development and Testing of Behavioral Health Quality Measures for Health Plans: Final Report

Jonathan Brown, Sarah Hudson Scholle, Sarah Croake, Miriam Rosenau, Junquing Liu, Nathan Darter, Kelsey Farson Gray, Menolly Hart, Bonnie Harvey, Rita Lewis, Dean Miller, Suzanne Morton, Milesh Patel, and Christine Ranshous Mathematica Policy Research Printer Friendly Version in PDF Format (98 PDF pages)
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Development and Testing of Behavioral Health

Development and Testing of Behavioral Health Quality Measures for Health Plans: Final Report

Many people with behavioral health disorders receive suboptimal care and suffer poor health outcomes, including premature death. States, health plans, providers, and other stakeholders need a strong set of measures targeting this population to improve the quality of their care. In this project, we developed and tested measures reported by health p
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APPENDIX C. PEER SUPPORT SERVICES PROGRAMS --

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. Appendix C. Peer SUPPORT Services Programs -- Brief Case Studies

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APPENDIX B. KEY INFORMANTS

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. Appendix B. Key Informants

Lori Aschraft, Ph.D. Executive Director Recovery Opportunity Center Tom Lane National Director of Consumer & Recovery Services Magellan Health Sue Bergeson National Vice President, Consumer & Family Affairs Optum Behavioral Health Steve Miccio Chief Executive Officer PEOPLe, Inc.
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APPENDIX A. NATIONAL EXPERT PANEL

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. Appendix A. National Expert Panel

Name Organization Allen Doederlein President Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance Larry Fricks Director Appalachian Consulting Group
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PROJECT AND REPORT INFORMATION

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. Project and Report Information

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmission
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NOTES

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. Notes

See http://www.academyofpeerservices.org/pluginfile.php/3101/mod_resource/content/1/APS%20Webinar%20Rev.3.5.14.pdf . See http://www.academyofpeerservices.org/ .
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REFERENCES

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. References

Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness. (2013). Peer support services: A valuable component of behavioral healthcare. From http://www.abhw.org/publications/pdf/PSS%20Report.pdf . Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. (2007). State Medicaid Director letter on peer support services. SMDL 07-011.
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4. CASE STUDY FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. 4. Case Study Findings and Conclusions

The PSS described within the site visit case studies ( Chapter 3 ) demonstrate four very different types of program models that are actively engaged in fostering improved recovery status and behavioral health outcomes for those served.
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3. FOUR SITE VISIT CASE STUDIES

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. 3. Four Site Visit Case Studies

This section contains four site visit case study reports. These case studies are meant to provide a brief description of the four PSS programs reviewed in this study. The case studies highlight program-specific information corresponding with key study questions. They are intentionally uniform in their headings and sections; provide summary level i
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2. SITE SELECTION

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. 2. Site Selection

A comprehensive environmental scan was completed to address the questions of this study (see Chapter 1 ). The environmental scan focused on core topics, including: The expanding role of PSS as a part of the behavioral health care delivery system.
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1. ENVIRONMENTAL SCAN REPORT

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. 1. Environmental Scan Report

In recent years, the peer support services (PSS) workforce has evolved to become an essential part of mental health and addiction treatment, family support, and primary care services. In 2003, the President's New Freedom Commission for Mental Health recommended expanded integration of PSS into the behavioral health treatment system. Interest and u
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. Executive Summary

Recurrent psychiatric hospitalizations and emergency department (ED) utilization is common among those with serious mental illnesses and others with behavioral health conditions. The result is excessively high health care costs, and in some cases preventable overuse of services. Peer support services (PSS) are a recognized part of team-based care
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ACRONYMS

An Assessment of Innovative Models of Peer Support Services in Behavioral Health to Reduce Preventable Acute Hospitalization and Readmissions. Acronyms

The following acronyms are mentioned in this report and/or appendices.

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