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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


Inspiring Article: Eagle Scout Candidate Helps Create Oasis

Catasys Health - Thursday, August 04, 2011

WILLINGBORO — Patients at the behavioral health unit at Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County now have a quiet garden area to find some solace. Nick Fernandez of Mount Laurel, an Eagle Scout candidate with Troop 61 in Moorestown, coordinated a project to transform a courtyard in the unit into an oasis with plants, a vegetable garden, fruit trees, picnic area and mural. » More



Sober in NYC Week

Catasys Health - Friday, January 28, 2011

NYU Local; By Willis Plummer
The semester just started, and you’re probably in your dorm-room pre-gaming for a concert with that last Four-Loko from your stockpile. You’re having a great time, and you know that concert is going to be awesome, but NYU has some news for you: “There are ways to have fun in New York City without alcohol.” I don’t know about you, but they just blew my mind.
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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

Changing the Paradigm of Substance Dependent Treatment

Catasys Health - Wednesday, December 02, 2009

How OnTrak is Different - We function as a provider in your network and your MBHO’s network, complementing your existing delivery system. We go much deeper than your current programs to address the uniquely difficult needs of your high-utilizing substance dependent members. » More



Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of the Efficacy of Flumazenil and Gabapentin in Reducing Craving and Use During use during Initial Treatment of Methamphetamine Dependence

Catasys Health - Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Harold Urschel, Research Across America, Dallas, Texas
Published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, November 25, 2009
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