Transforming Colorado’s Behavioral Health System

"Colorado is pursuing reforms that will provide accessible and cost-effective health care to its residents. To assist with these objectives, the Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council (CBHC) and the Colorado Association of Alcohol and Drug Services Providers (CAADSP) is proposing a behavioral health (BH) model to help guide further discussion with the Colorado Legislature, Governor, health policy makers, providers, and other stakeholders. Additionally, this proposal recommends several actions to expand upon the recommendations made in the Colorado Blue Ribbon Commission for Health Care Reform’s Final Report." -Transforming Colorado’s Behavioral Health System, Executive Summary.  Read the entire publication.

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