Mercy Health's Collaborative Effort: Revolutionizing Addiction Treatment in Ohio and Kentucky
This collaborative approach to care actually was brought to Cincinnati probably halfway through that timeline, but given mercy health's large footprint. What we're seeing so far in Cincinnati is actually a percent reduction in overdose deaths from Prior Year.
What happens when a healthcare provider decides to rethink its entire approach to addiction treatment? In this episode of the Cover 2 Resources podcast, Greg sits down with key figures from Mercy Health to uncover how they are transforming the landscape of addiction care in Ohio and Kentucky. With these states among the top five for overdose rates, the stakes couldn't be higher.
Last year was particularly grim for Hamilton County, but Mercy Health is turning the tide with their innovative strategies. Greg speaks with Dr. Navdeep Kang, Director of Operations for Behavioral Health Services, Dr. Larry Graham, President of Behavioral Health, and Raj Gupta, co-founder and CEO of FindLocalTreatment.com. They discuss the Mercy Health Addiction Treatment Collaborative, a program that provides real-time treatment availability through a coordinated network of providers.
The conversation reveals how this initiative is bridging gaps between primary care and specialty clinics, ensuring that patients receive the care they need exactly when they need it. The collaborative approach has already shown promising results, including a reduction in overdose deaths in Cincinnati. This episode offers valuable insights into how community-based solutions and patient-centered care can make a significant impact in the fight against opioid addiction.