Behavioral Health Integration
Quarterly Implementation Update
Behavioral Health Integration Implementation Webinar Series
Join the California Quality Collaborative (CQC) for a three-part webinar series for health care organizations planning and implementing behavioral health integration (BHI).
There's still time to register to join us on 9/11 to kick off the series! Click here to register directly.
- September 11 | Readiness for Behavioral Health Integration
- November 13 | Lessons Learned
- January 8 | Behavioral Health Integration Spread and Sustain
Leading the Charge in Team-Based Care
Dr. Neftali Serrano, CEO of the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA) and member of CQC’s BHI Advisory Group, is driving transformative, team-based strategies to integrate behavioral health into primary care in California.
Aligning for Sustainable BHI Financing
CQC’s BHI Financing project continues to make strides following a recent convening with key stakeholders to enhance access and sustainability for integrated care in California.
Cal-In Peer Group for California BHI Leaders
In partnership with CFHA, CQC is hosting quarterly virtual meetings for BHI professionals in California — providing a space for connection and collaboration. The group's next meeting takes place on September 18.
Ashton Harris, LCSW, Lead Behavioral Health Case Manager, Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Centers
Why is BHI Important to Your Organization?
At the CalHIVE Annual Convening, representatives from provider organizations, including Ashton Harris, LCSW of Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Centers, weighed in on why BHI is important for their organizations.
Community Initiatives
Seeking Your Input on Value-Based Contracting
CFHA is exploring trends in value-based contracting for behavioral health integration in primary care. Complete the survey.
Building Effective Pathways for BHI in California
CQC's own Kristina Mody and Mary Nickel-Nguy will be speaking at the CFHA Annual Conference taking place October 24-26, discussing sustainable financing for BHI and how technical assistance is advancing integration efforts in California. Learn more and register.
The California Quality Collaborative (CQC) is a quality improvement program of the Purchaser Business Group on Health (PBGH). CQC's Behavioral Health Integration Initiative supports integrating behavioral health into primary care to improve access and outcomes across California. To learn more about this work, visit our website.
