Behavioral Health & Pediatrics: A Case Study in Population Management

 
eHealth Innovation Profile
Behavioral Health & Pediatrics: Using Technology to Connect Providers, Patients and Families
It is well known that the integration of primary care and behavioral health is critical to improving health outcomes and reducing health care costs, especially with a staggering 25% of the U.S. population affected by mental illness. It is estimated that nearly 60% of those who do receive treatment for mental illness will seek those services in a primary care setting.  

In this eHealth Innovation Profile, the PCPCC presents a story from Twin City Pediatrics located in Winston-Salem, NC; a group of three pediatric practices that have leveraged eHealth and care team strategies to improve the care experience for patients with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). Using the medical home philosophy as a framework, Twin City’s care team has evolved to include care coordinators with mental health expertise, and adopted patient registries, risk stratification, and a patient portal to proactively manage patients and communicate effectively with parents and caregivers.

The Twin City story is an exemplary case of how pediatric health professionals can be instrumental in detecting and treating mental illness at an early age, while providing a supportive and comfortable environment for patients and families.
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