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Substance dependence drives significant health care costs for payors through a combination of factors that include acute inpatient utilization and unaddressed co-morbidities. The Substance Dependence problem is pervasive, largely untreated and costly. Stay informed on these topics by visiting our blog periodically. You can also sign up for the Catasys On Healthcare Newsletter to receive the latest in health care news. » Sign Up for Newsletter


8 Drivers Impacting Cost Savings

Catasys Health - Thursday, September 23, 2010

Catasys On Healthcare September 2010 Newsletter
This edition of the Catasys newsletter outlines 8 drivers impacting cost savings from your substance dependent population. Surprisingly, national averages show $160 million in claims are incurred by substance dependent members in a 1 million member health plan. The majority of these costs are medical, driven by the consequences of substance abuse (and are mitigated if the substance abuse is successfully addressed).  » More



Catasys Announces Contract with Leading Regional Health Plan

Catasys Health - Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Los Angeles, California — June 29, 2010 — Catasys, Inc. announced today that the Company has entered into a multi-year agreement with Health Plan of Nevada, Inc., a UnitedHealthcare® company and a leading health insurer in Nevada, to provide the Catasys® integrated substance dependence solution to its enrolled members. » More



Catasys Launches OnTrak™ Facebook Page

Catasys Health - Monday, January 04, 2010
Check out our new Catasys Health Facebook Recovery Network http://www.facebook.com/stayontrak. Also, don't forget to Like our Facebook Health Care Page.

Social Media Philosophy - Lead the social media revolution in Substance Dependence and Behavioral Health Care, contributing to health and well being for families and friends everywhere.

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Cutting Edge Treatment for Substance Dependence for Health Plans

Catasys Health - Wednesday, December 16, 2009
For every 1 million members in a health plan, approximately $160 million in claims are incurred by members diagnosed with Substance Dependence. Most health plans have realistic cost savings opportunities in the millions of dollars. Our Medical Economics group can demonstrate specific savings opportunities for health plans with respect to both medical and behavioral costs.

The OnTrak program addresses many of the challenges experts highlight within the existing treatment paradigm for substance dependence. Specifically, OnTrak» More

Catasys Launches OnTrak Member Website

Catasys Health - Tuesday, September 02, 2008

Welcome to OnTrak, a unique treatment program for substance dependence that is covered under your health benefits. We guide you step by step through the transition from substance dependence to sobriety: a process known as recovery. » More





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