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Alternative Payment Models

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Conclusions<br />

<strong>Payment</strong> reform in the United States is at the center of discussions concerning rising<br />

healthcare costs and poor patient outcomes. These conversations have largely been silent on<br />

behavioral health. As we develop APMs focused on mental health and substance use disorders,<br />

it is important to consider existing alternative payment approaches as well as innovative<br />

ideas yet to be disseminated. The strengths and weaknesses of APMs currently used in general<br />

medical care can inform models specific to behavioral healthcare.<br />

As we move forward with the project, we are interested in receiving comments on payment reform<br />

and additional recommendations. Please e-mail paymentreform@scattergoodfoundation.org<br />

with your comments.<br />

<strong>Payment</strong> Reform and Opportunities for Behavioral Health: <strong>Alternative</strong> <strong>Payment</strong> Model Examples 18

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