Substantial emphasis has been leveraged toward mental health and substance abuse treatment during the 2017 Indiana General Assembly. As we navigate the final leg of this legislative session, there appear to be numerous new policy changes and programs that will impact our system. Please click below to review legislation on telemedicine, licensure, and substance abuse treatment.
The Indiana Council would like to extend a heartfelt thank you and fond farewell to three fabulous people who have left their munificent marks on the CMHC system and the communities they served. Ann Borders of Cummins, Rich DeHaven of Aspire, and Margie Payne of Eskenazi are wrapping up their service to the CMHC system to enjoy their well-deserved retirements. Please click below to learn more about their accomplished careers and the impact they had on their communities.
Meridian Opens Urgent Care Clinic in Jay County Hospital
Jay County Hospital has collaborated with Meridian Health Services to offer additional healthcare accessibility to the local community. The two healthcare organizations have opened MeridianMD Convenience Care, a walk-in clinic that provides same-day treatment for minor illnesses and injuries.
InteCare provides one stop credentialing and enrollment for all treatment providers to all of your payors, including Medicaid, Medicare, and Commercial Insurance.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) recognize that providers may need help understanding and participating in the Quality Payment Program (QPP), which is part of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA). The QPP replaces Meaningful Use and improves Medicare by providing new resources to help you improve the quality of care at your practice.
Aspire Indiana Expands its Presence in Boone County
Aspire Indiana is significantly increasing its presence in Boone County, following the acquisition of a nearly 22,000 square foot facility in Lebanon, Indiana.
Aspire Indiana and its affiliate agency Aspire Indiana Health, Inc. plan to move into the building at 1600 West Main Street in the fall, after renovations are complete.
CareSource is very excited to announce a new partnership with myStrength! myStrength is a FREE personalized online member program offering a range of resources to improve mental health and overall well-being. Each myStrength homepage is unique, based on the member’s wellness assessment and personal profile.
The Indiana Council is pleased to present the April, 2017 Committee Member of the Month, Jody Horstman. Jody has consistently provided invaluable expertise on such subjects as child and adolescent, and substance abuse treatment. Her observations have helped the Indiana Council advocate for intelligent, informed policy, and address legislative challenges such as the recently dead SB496 which would have created an unhealthy administrative burden for psychiatrists in treating youth involved with DCS. She continues to be a key leader in translating high policy to front line actions and vice versa. In her scant free time, she enjoys traveling to top scuba diving sites, biking, and
swimming. Thank you for being you, Jody!
