What is integrated care?

Integrated care helps bring together care for the body and mind. In this episode, our guests discuss this body-mind approach and how doctors are implementing this model. How could it benefit you or a loved one? Hear insights from Dr. Alin Severance, medical director of Behavioral Health Services at UPMC Health Plan and University of Pittsburgh professor Dr. Charles Jonassaint, whose work focuses on reducing health disparities.

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Are you experiencing a crisis or concerned about a loved one?

Residents of Allegheny County can get crisis counseling for a variety of issues from resolve Crisis Services. Call 1-888-796-8226 or get help through the resolve Crisis Services website.
For help with addiction, go to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration’s website or call their hotline at 1-800-662-4357.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration also offers general resources on addiction and mental illness.
For help with a mental health crisis, reach the National Alliance on Mental Illness online or call 988.
Reach UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital and UPMC Western Behavioral Health online or call 1-877-624-4100.
UPMC Health Plan members have access to their plan's behavioral health programs, tools, and resources.
Learn more about Community Care Behavioral Health.
The Centers for Medicaid & Medicare Services (CMS) offers integrated care resources for providers.
The National Council of Mental Well Being offers evidence-based resources, tools, and support for organizations working to integrate primary and behavioral health care.