Strategic initiatives for HMOs under mental health carve-outs.
Many MCOs provide consumers with mental health care benefits--whether internally or through an outside vendor. Just having a plan in place is not enough, however. The author outlines seven ways that health plans can maximize the benefits of mental health coverage while at the same time satisfying members and purchasers.
Humana Inc., Louisville, Kentucky, USA. artlazarus@cs.com
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