American Society of Addiction Medicine: ASAM with Brendan McEnteeAmerican Society of Addiction Medicine: ASAM with Brendan McEntee
Mental Health News Radio
Brendan McEntee joins our host Kristin Walker at the The 18th Annual Behavioral Health Informatics Conference and Exposition held by CiBHS.org. Brendan McEntee is Director, Quality and Science, at the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM),...
8:42•4 May 2018
Advancing Addiction Medicine: Insights from Brendan McEntee
Episode Overview
- Matching patients to the right level of care improves treatment engagement.
- California's CMS 1115 waiver provides funding for residential services.
- ASAM criteria helps standardise addiction care across the U.S.
- Continuum software generates valuable data for population health insights.
- Standardised care saves resources and improves patient outcomes.
“Research shows that when patients are matched correctly to care, they're more engaged in treatment.”
This episode of Mental Health News Radio takes you to the heart of addiction medicine with Brendan McEntee, Director of Quality and Science at the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM). Recorded live at the 18th Annual Behavioral Health Informatics Conference and Exposition, Brendan shares his expertise on leveraging technology and clinical guidelines to improve addiction treatment.
He chats with host Kristin Walker about the importance of matching patients to the right level of care, a concept that could save resources and improve patient outcomes. Brendan explains how California's innovative approach to funding residential services through the CMS 1115 demonstration waiver has set a precedent for other states. He discusses the ASAM criteria, a national practice guideline that helps ensure patients receive appropriate care.
With over 3,000 assessments generating valuable data, ASAM's clinical decision software Continuum is revolutionising addiction treatment in LA County. Brendan's passion for connecting with counties and implementing standards is evident as he highlights the significance of standardised care. If you're curious about how technology is reshaping addiction medicine or looking for insights into improving patient care, this episode is packed with valuable information and engaging discussions.
Tune in to explore how these advancements are making a real difference in the field.
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