Sustainability Strategies
Child Psychiatry Access Programs are funded by a variety of sources
Strategies for Long Term Funding
Program Examples of Long Term Funding:
Legislative funding including an insurance surcharge.
All these programs provide a mechanism for each insurance plan to contribute. The amount is determined by the proportion of member involvement. Often replicated off the process for how different groups share the cost of universal vaccine purchasing.
“Achieving sustainability is a political process, one that requires a broad coalition of supporters. Identify and partner with a lead organization that has political insight and strength.”
Effective arguments for sustainability efforts:
75% of patients with mild to moderate behavioral health concerns first present in the primary care setting
Patient outcomes improved as they are treated sooner
Appropriate prescribing supports
Workforce development and cost savings
Results from 2020 CPAP Survey
Last Revised: 01.12.23
The stigma of visiting a psychiatrist doesn't prevent treatment
No-cost learning opportunities
PCPs experience reduced stress and increased wellness through direct support
Accessibility of PCPs vs specialists