Implementation of the Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) Model: Information for Patients

Stedman, Amy

Item

Implementation of the Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) Model: Information for Patients

Stedman, Amy

License

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Abstract

UVMMC Primary Care is transitioning to the Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) model of care, in which behavioral health and/or psychiatric treatment is provided within a primary care setting via in-house consulting clinicians. There are currently no standardized informational materials to educate patients on the details of the PCMHI program, which is a new treatment model for most patients and clinicians involved. Development of educational materials, as well as broader public health implications of the PCMHI model of care, are addressed.