Driving System Success During Times of Change

• By: Andrew Cleek, PsyD Boris Vilgorin, MPA Caitlin Cronin, BA Dan Ferris, MPA Meaghan Baier, LMSW McSilver Institute of Poverty Policy and Research
• April 1st, 2017
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The adult New York State Behavioral Health System recently transitioned to Medicaid Managed Care. While everyone would acknowledge initial challenges and ongoing issues to be resolved, overall, the transition has been successful. This article will highlight the positive aspects of the...

Preparing the New Behavioral Health Workforce

• By: Andrew Cleek, PsyD Boris Vilgorin, MPA
• April 1st, 2016
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The Affordable Care Act marked a national healthcare reform effort, and within that context, New York State, led by Governor Cuomo’s Medicaid Redesign Team, is undergoing a substantial shift in publicly funded physical and behavioral healthcare. The authors have been deeply involved in the...