Utilization Management (UM) plays a critical role in behavioral health by ensuring individuals receive the right care at the right time, while also supporting cost-effective resource allocation. Join this session to explore how UM strategies are evolving in response to the growing demand for mental health and substance use treatment, changing care delivery models and shifting regulatory landscapes.
The panel will also explore the evolving role of UM in the context of:

• The rise of telemedicine and its impact on access and delivery.
• The transition to value-based care models in behavioral health.
• The integration of behavioral health within primary care and other settings.

Learn How To:

• Apply Utilization Management (UM) principles to improve behavioral health outcomes while controlling costs.
• Use data analytics to identify care patterns, optimize resource allocation and ensure equitable access.
• Balance clinical decision-making with policy and regulatory compliance in behavioral health settings.
• Adapt UM strategies to telemedicine, value-based care and integrated care models.
• Address equity and access challenges in mental health and substance use treatment.
• Implement best practices in care coordination, patient engagement and timely service delivery.