CMS announced its new Innovation in Behavioral Health (IBH) Model

In recognition that Medicare and Medicaid populations experience disproportionately higher rates of mental health conditions and substance use disorder, on January 18, CMS announced its new Innovation in Behavioral Health (IBH) Model. It aims to improve quality of care and behavioral and physical health outcomes for these populations by delivering person-centered, integrated care through participating treatment programs, safety net providers, and public or private practices on an outpatient basis.