ID Behavioral Health Collaborative: Provider Questionnaire

The State of Idaho Dept. of Health and Welfare will soon be selecting a new BH administrator for its BH Medicaid Plan. Beacon, BPA Health, Blue Cross of Idaho and the Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline have partnered to create the ID Behavioral Health Collaborative (The Collaborative). The Collaborative brings the strength and expertise of a national behavioral health leader coupled with the trusted relationships, local decision making and flexibility. Between the organizations we have a combined 154 years of experience, with almost 120 in the state of Idaho

As the State will be making a decision soon, we have been working diligently in preparation of being named the new BH Administrator. Part of that work it to engage with BH providers across the state; to better understand your needs and learn how and what we can do to support you as you work tirelessly to support your patients. As such, we have a few questions in which we'd love your feedback.

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* 1. Have you ever participated in any "preferred provider programs" where BH partners (like Beacon or BPA) have offered incentive for participating and meeting program criteria.

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* 2. If so, what incentives were included in those programs that stood out positively?

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* 3. If the ID BH Collaborative were to include incentives or benefits for a Preferred Provider (Provider Partner) Program, what would you like to see?

Incentives tied to utilization of an online platform for direct patient scheduling

Incentives tied to weekend availability

Incentives tied to urgent appointment availability

Having a dedicated provider representative at ID BH Collaborative

Other (please specify)

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* 4. If the ID BH Collaborative is the successful bidder, what do you consider to be key for a successful relationship between ID BH Collaborative and providers?

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* 5. Would you be interested in expanding your current capabilities and access?

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* 6. Are you interested in participating in a Preferred Provider (Provider Partner) Program?

If so, Please provider organization name and an email for us to reach out.