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Vermont picks two agencies to begin CCBHC certification under federal demonstration
Summary
The Department of Mental Health said Claire Martin Center and Rutland Mental Health Center will start operating under the certified community behavioral health clinic model on July 1 as part of a federal CCBHC demonstration that provides enhanced federal drawdown for integrated mental health and substance-use services.
The Vermont Department of Mental Health told the House Appropriations Committee on Feb. 5 that it will begin implementing the certified community behavioral health clinic (CCBHC) model in two agencies as part of a federal demonstration that increases federal match for integrated mental health and substance use disorder services.
Commissioner Emily Hawes said the CCBHC model aims to expand access to evidence-based substance use disorder treatment, mental health services, 24/7 crisis response and medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. "This model requires agencies to meet a robust criteria regarding timeline of access, quality reporting, staffing, coordinating with local services and education systems," Deputy Commissioner Samantha Swee said.
Why it matters: The CCBHC model…
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