CalAIM Budget Estimator Tool: A Budget Template for CBOs Considering CalAIM Contracting

The CalAIM budget estimator tool is an Excel-based template that helps community-based organizations estimate costs and potential revenue for providing Medi-Cal Enhanced Care Management and Community Support Services. It includes built-in assumptions, customizable revenue inputs, and a summary tab to project program margins, supporting informed financial decisions and contract negotiations with managed care organizations.

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Value-Based Payment Models in Behavioral Health: State Innovations and Outcomes

Discover how states are revolutionizing mental health care with Value-Based Payment (VBP) models tailored for behavioral health providers. Learn about the innovative approaches, including capitated payments, care coordination programs, and quality-focused incentives in states like New Hampshire, Tennessee, Vermont, and through the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics initiative. These models aim to improve patient outcomes, enhance care efficiency, and ensure sustainable financing for mental health and substance use disorder services.

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Strategies for Funding School Mental Health Services: Braided and Blended Funding

Explore effective strategies for funding school mental health services through our guide on navigating braided and blended funding. Learn how to leverage multiple funding streams to create a sustainable financial foundation for comprehensive mental health support in schools, ensuring services remain accessible and impactful. Discover the benefits of braided and blended funding, including tips for successful implementation and stakeholder engagement.

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Historic Pay Raise for Medi-Cal Providers (California Medicaid)

What makes these increases noteworthy is their scale. For each eligible code, rates are set to be at least 87.5% of the lowest Medicare rates in California. This significant financial boost is aimed at encouraging more providers to participate in the Medi-Cal program, thereby expanding access to healthcare services for enrollees.

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