This is a directory of federal and non-federal programs that support the integration of behavioral health and primary care. It is intended to provide a picture of the integration ecosystem, and the roles these programs (and their parent organizations) play within it. Use the below filters to see how these programs can support your integration needs, and view details on each for additional information. Note this list is not exhaustive. Learn more about the background and purpose of this tool.
The leading national advocacy organization in support of Community Health Centers and the expansion of health care access (including behavioral health) for the medically underserved and uninsured.
A non-profit membership organization representing Single State Agency Directors (SSAs) for substance use disorder (SUD) prevention, treatment, and recovery services throughout the United States. NASADAD develops and disseminates educational materials, provides technical assistance, conducts research, and promotes public policy positions on SUD care with federal and national audiences. Most of their resources are developed exclusively for the association members.
A membership-based non-profit organization that serves state mental health authorities through providing technical assistance, developing resource guides and other educational materials, and hosting events related to the public mental health service delivery system.
An organization that advances quality and access in behavioral health services by accrediting managed behavioral healthcare organizations and certified community behavioral health centers, and by integrating behavioral health measures into HEDIS® (Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set). These measures address quality gaps and support performance evaluation, guiding quality reporting and value-based purchasing for Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial health plans.
The NIHB's Behavioral Health programs strive to support the development of programs that respect culture and Tribal sovereignty, and promote the balance between the mind, body, heart and spirit. In keeping with this focus, NIHB brings Tribal governments timely information to support health care policy analysis and decision-making.
Supports research to develop and test interventions to improve identification and treatment of patients with mental health conditions, including in primary care / general medical settings; and associated research on implementation and dissemination of such interventions that have been found to be efficacious/effective.
As the lead federal agency for research on substance use, NIDA conducts and funds research on substance use including models for integrating substance use care in primary care and other healthcare settings.
A nonprofit organization focused on advocating for integrated behavioral healthcare nationwide. They work with policymakers, researchers, physician groups, and other advocacy partners to accelerate model development, improve payment for integrated care, facilitate IBH provision, and ensure IBH is a part of the health policy reform agenda.
Fosters collaboration with community health center (CHC) professionals across the state through training, technical assistance, operational support, and capacity building. Additionally, OPCA collects and analyzes statewide data from health centers to identify trends in population health and then uses that information as a basis to support policy and regulatory improvements which reduce barriers to care and support health centers.
A national, non-partisan multistakeholder organization that is advocating for the strengthening of primary care to improve health and well-being through team-based, comprehensive care. Through policy advocacy and sharing best practices, the PCC encourages the delivery of comprehensive healthcare that addresses both physical and mental health needs, fostering better outcomes and more efficient whole-person care.
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