New tip sheet available for the Behavioral Health HEDIS measure: Follow-Up Care for Children Prescribed ADHD Medication (ADD)

Nov. 2022Important Notices
The ADD HEDIS® measure outlines the importance for members 6 to 12 years old who are newly prescribed a medication for ADHD to receive, at minimum, three appointments—an initial appointment with the prescriber and subsequent appointments with the treatment team, including behavioral health treatment providers—within 10 months of starting the new medication. The tip sheet defines the HEDIS measure and offers providers tips to ensure continuity of care for their patients who are prescribed medications for ADHD for the first time. Learn more about the ADD HEDIS measure.

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