Cooperative Agreement 2Q2CMS331959

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has been awarded a $7,500,000 Cooperative Agreement under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Innovation in Behavioral Health (IBH) Model program (CFDA 93.610). Through this 8-year award, effective January 1, 2025, MDHHS seeks to implement and evaluate the effectiveness of an Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) framework across Michigan, including in rural and urban areas. The key objectives are to promote care coordination, enhance service quality, and improve health outcomes for Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries with moderate to severe behavioral health conditions. The funding will support advancements in health information technology, the development of value-based payment structures, and the integration of physical health, behavioral health, and social needs data to create a sustainable framework for behavioral healthcare. MDHHS plans to collaborate with Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics and Health Homes to improve access to services and address social determinants of health. The ultimate goal is to reduce unnecessary healthcare utilization and costs through effective care management.