Mental health has long been a topic covered in misconceptions. However, in recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the significance of behavioral healthcare in improving the ov… Read More
In New Mexico (NM), there are various health benefits and resources available to individuals seeking addiction treatment. It’s important to understand that addiction treatment is consi… Read More
Navigating the path to recovery from drug addiction can be a daunting journey, often accompanied by questions about the financial aspects of treatment. Fortunately, in the state of Arizona… Read More
Our nation’s mental health crisis, declared by President Joe Biden, significantly impacts employees’ wellness and productivity in the workplace. The impact on productivity from m… Read More
Sex therapy is a specialized form of counseling that addresses various sexual issues experienced by individuals or couples. It can help with concerns such as erectile dysfunction, low sexua… Read More
The Biden administration issued a proposed rule aimed at pushing more insurers to cover Americans’ mental health care.
“Folks … I don’t know what the difference be… Read More
Private Mental Health Care in the UK
Private mental health services in the UK is a fantastic alternative for those seeking to receive treatment for a range of conditions. If you’re str… Read More
Premera Blue Cross Mental Health Coverage and Addiction Rehab
Does Premera cover therapy for mental health, alcohol and drug addiction?
Behavioral health issues can vary wid… Read More
Late last year, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (CAA 2023) was signed into law. Much of the discussion about this massive “omnibus” spending package has centered on the… Read More
Family backgroundIn 2006, Amy Klobuchar became the first woman elected to represent the State of Minnesota in the United States Senate. Throughout her public service - both as chief prosecu… Read More
Revised Role of Prior Authorization
So far insurance carriers have been using prior authorization as a tool to control spending and promote cost-effective care. But in changing billing scena… Read More
US Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Treasury issue 2022 Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act Report to Congress
The report shows failures to deliver parity in mental… Read More
Document Excerpt
This is a tool to help you request information from your employer-sponsored health plan or your group or individual market insurer regarding treatment limitations that may a… Read More
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) proposed a new round of guidance on the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA), elaborating on the law’s application to various plan… Read More
WASHINGON, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) today released a proposed Self-Compliance Tool intended to help improve compliance… Read More
Most health insurance plans offer addiction and mental illness treatment coverage. It’s more than likely that your health insurance plan covers treatment for addiction and mental healt… Read More
We all get the blues now and then, but depression is far more serious than occasional feelings of sadness. It can cause physical aches and pains, and it can interfere with daily life. Some p… Read More
(Photo of opioid medications is by Alexander Raths/Shutterstock is from upi.com.)Since the "war on drugs" was initiated in the Nixon administration, well over a trillion dollars has been spe… Read More
The DOL has released examples of warning signs that a plan’s or policy’s non-quantitative treatment limitations may require additional analysis to determine mental health parity… Read More