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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


Would You Recognize Mental Health Issues in Your Child?

Catasys Health - Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder and ADHD are common in the young, but how do parents know when their child is at risk?
By Carol Yeh-Garner, Ray Pearson, Genevieve Suzuki, Jennifer Zeglen, and Edie Sanchez

Would you know if your child was sick? You’d likely notice a runny nose or fever, but what about a change in emotional state or a concentration problem?

According to Mental Health America, mental health issues affect one in five young people at any given time, and an estimated two-thirds of all young people are not getting the help they need.
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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

Focused for Impact: Targeting Your Most Difficult SD Members

Catasys Health - Monday, November 09, 2009

We target a health plan’s most difficult substance dependent members, the High-Utilizers, many of whom have relapsed several times. These members indicate that current treatment methods don’t work for them. Unlike other programs, the medical component of the OnTrak treatment program is actually most effective with these individuals who have relapsed multiple times. The psychosocial component and year-long support also contribute to sobriety and reduced hospital stays. » 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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