In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, which is observed in May, we want to highlight the importance of medical care providers coordinating care of patients with mental health and substance use disorders.
When providing care, be sure to look out for signs of mental illness and refer members for behavioral health services, if needed.
We are here to help you understand and address their health care needs. Please review the resources below to help support mental health awareness:
EmblemHealth Behavioral Health | ConnectiCare Behavioral Health
Providers can help address and coordinate behavioral health care by:
- Screening for mental health conditions.
- Talking about the medications patients take so they can avoid potential harmful reactions.
- Encouraging and coordinating 7-day follow-up care after mental health-related emergency department/inpatient admissions.
- Helping connect members with a behavioral health specialist, if needed.
We are here to help.
EmblemHealth Members: For questions or help finding a behavioral health professional, please call Carelon at 888-447-2526. A representative can help 24/7. EmblemHealth members can stop by any of our Neighborhood Care locations for community support. Visit emblemhealth.com/neighborhood.
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