Key Highlights
- Concert Health and WellSpan Health partner to expand access to same-day behavioral health services.
- Patients referred by WellSpan will be contacted within 24-48 hours.
- The collaborative care model integrates behavioral health within primary care.
- Holistic patient management through regular case reviews and treatment recommendations.
- Enhanced patient experience via the MyWellSpan patient portal.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes
- “We’re excited to partner with WellSpan and proactively address the behavioral health crisis with our collaborative care model. Our patient-centered approach aligns with WellSpan’s goal to ensure their primary care providers,” – Spencer Hutchins, Co-founder and CEO at Concert Health
- “We know that providing fast access to behavioral health services is essential to our mission of lifelong wellness and healthy communities. As we reimagine healthcare, we’re focused on making the care we offer easier to use, and a timely referral to be seen within a day or two means a quicker road to treatment and recovery.” – Dr. David Vega, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at WellSpan Health
SoHC's Take
The partnership between Concert Health and WellSpan Health represents a significant advancement in integrating behavioral health into primary care, a critical need in today’s healthcare landscape. By ensuring rapid access to mental health services, this collaboration aims to reduce the burden on emergency departments and improve overall patient outcomes. Concert Health’s proven track record and WellSpan’s comprehensive behavioral health services create a robust framework for addressing mental health needs efficiently and effectively. This model not only enhances patient care but also supports primary care providers with essential resources and expert guidance, paving the way for a more integrated and patient-centered healthcare system.
