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Substance dependence drives significant health care costs for payors through a combination of factors that include acute inpatient utilization and unaddressed co-morbidities. The Substance Dependence problem is pervasive, largely untreated and costly. Stay informed on these topics by visiting our blog periodically. You can also sign up for the Catasys On Healthcare Newsletter to receive the latest in health care news. » Sign Up for Newsletter


Catasys Launches OnTrak™ Facebook Page

Catasys Health - Monday, January 04, 2010
Check out our new Catasys Health Facebook Recovery Network http://www.facebook.com/stayontrak. Also, don't forget to Like our Facebook Health Care Page.

Social Media Philosophy - Lead the social media revolution in Substance Dependence and Behavioral Health Care, contributing to health and well being for families and friends everywhere.

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Cutting Edge Treatment for Substance Dependence for Health Plans

Catasys Health - Wednesday, December 16, 2009
For every 1 million members in a health plan, approximately $160 million in claims are incurred by members diagnosed with Substance Dependence. Most health plans have realistic cost savings opportunities in the millions of dollars. Our Medical Economics group can demonstrate specific savings opportunities for health plans with respect to both medical and behavioral costs.

The OnTrak program addresses many of the challenges experts highlight within the existing treatment paradigm for substance dependence. Specifically, OnTrak» More

Changing the Paradigm of Substance Dependent Treatment

Catasys Health - Wednesday, December 02, 2009

How OnTrak is Different - We function as a provider in your network and your MBHO’s network, complementing your existing delivery system. We go much deeper than your current programs to address the uniquely difficult needs of your high-utilizing substance dependent members. » More


How Primary Care Providers Talk to Patients About Alcohol (or Don’t)

Catasys Health - Monday, May 01, 2006
How Primary Care Providers Talk to Patients About Alcohol: A Qualitative Study
Kinsey A. McCormick, BA, Nancy E. Cochran, MD Anthony L. Back, MD, Joseph O. Merrill, MD, MPH, Emily C. Williams, MPH, Katharine A. Bradley, MD, MPH
Provider discomfort and avoidance are important barriers to evidence based brief alcohol counseling. Three themes were identified: (1) providers often did not explore patient-disclosed alcohol use; (2) advice about alcohol use was typically vague and/or tentative in contrast to smoking-related advice, which was more common and usually more clear and firm; and (3) discomfort on the part of the provider was evident during alcohol-related discussions. Journal of General Internal Medicine; J GEN INTERN MED 2006; 21:966–972.

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