SAMHSA Sept 21 Webinar on Healthcare Reform and Behavioral Health
Thursday, September 2, 2010
NYAPRS Note: Here's a very timely webinar that corresponds directly with the discussions NYAPRS members have been having at our current series of regional forums, discussing healthcare reform, medical homes and the potential impact on our community. John, Chuck and Dale are among the nation's best experts in these areas and so we recommend this webinar highly. We'll share more details on how to register once SAMHSA makes those available.
Upcoming Webinar on Healthcare Reform and Behavioral Health
Save The Date!
The passage of the Affordable Care Act has ensured that the role of behavioral health in the overall healthcare system will change. Now, it is more important than ever to know how healthcare reform will affect you and your role and the role of States, behavioral healthcare providers, and consumers.
Please save the date to join us on September 21, 2010 from 2:00 - 3:30 pm to participate in a webinar sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to discuss the implications of the Affordable Care Act on the behavioral health system. Stay tuned for more information on the way, including registration information.
Speakers
- John O'Brien, MA Senior Advisor for Healthcare Financing
- Charles Ingoglia, MSW Vice President, Public Policy, National Council for Community Behavioral Health Care
- Dale Jarvis, CPA Managing Consultant, Financial and Information Systems, MCPP Healthcare Consulting
Event Details
What attendees will learn:
- What health homes are and what role behavioral health plays
- The functions of accountable care organizations
- Evidence-based approaches for people with co-occurring disorders
Who should attend?
Policy makers, administrators, behavioral healthcare providers, and consumers interested in healthcare reform should attend.