According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, an estimated 46 million Americans deal with mental illness each year, yet only 41% get help for it. Chronic shortages of mental health providers have only added to the problem, prompting many healthcare facilities to look to new ways to deliver care. As more organizations explore telepsychiatry to build on their in-house capabilities, many are finding it can help to boost profitability as well as much-needed care access.
By taking an integrated approach to telepsychiatry, organizations can provide patients with timely access to holistic care while also realizing significant operational and financial benefits. Here’s a closer look at four areas where telepsychiatry can help your facility achieve ROI.
To learn more about integrated telepsychiatry, check out our other blog posts or contact us to speak with a Regroup telebehavioral healthcare expert.