Presenters
- Christina New, PhD, Psychologist/Senior Instructor, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
Summary
This poster presents data on the utilization and perspectives of integrated behavioral health services by medical providers within a women’s healthcare setting in Colorado. Medical appointment diagnoses and behavioral health referrals were reviewed to better understand the primary health conditions of patients seen in this setting and the primary reasons for behavioral health referrals. Information from a survey completed by medical providers about their use and knowledge of services is also presented. This poster will highlight insights obtained from this review of services, including trends in utilization, opportunities for service expansion, and recommendations for other integrated behavioral health settings.
Objectives
- List key findings regarding utilization of behavioral health in one women's primary care setting.
- List three recommendations that are applicable for reviewing implementation of behavioral health in all healthcare settings.
- Discuss ways in which behavioral health services can expand their reach within primary care settings.
