Behavioral Health & System Integration
State Medicaid agencies rely on Myers & Stauffer for behavioral health consulting, Medicaid program design, managed care oversight, reimbursement analysis, and program integrity services that strengthen behavioral health systems. Our multidisciplinary teams help agencies integrate mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) services with broader Medicaid delivery systems through data-driven planning, financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and operational strategies that improve access, accountability, and long-term program sustainability.
Designing & Strengthening Medicaid Behavioral Health Systems
Behavioral health services, including mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, are a central and growing component of Medicaid programs. States are increasingly focused on expanding access, improving integration with physical health, and strengthening accountability across delivery systems.
However, behavioral health programs often operate across fragmented provider networks, delivery models, and funding structures, creating challenges for coordination, oversight, and long-term sustainability.
We support state Medicaid agencies in designing, implementing, and overseeing behavioral health systems that improve access, enhance integration, and ensure program integrity.
Where We Support Behavioral Health Systems
States are advancing major behavioral health initiatives, including integration with physical health, crisis system development, and expansion of community-based services.
We help agencies design and implement system-level strategies that align policy, financing, and delivery models.
Behavioral health services are increasingly delivered through managed care and integrated models.
We support states in aligning behavioral health with managed care structures, including plan oversight, performance expectations, and coordination with broader Medicaid delivery systems.
Ensuring timely access to behavioral health services remains a key challenge.
We help states evaluate provider networks, assess capacity, and identify gaps in access across regions and populations, supporting strategies to strengthen service availability.
Behavioral health programs require strong oversight to ensure compliance, appropriate utilization, and accountability.
We conduct audits, reviews, and monitoring activities across providers and programs, helping agencies reduce risk and strengthen program integrity.
Behavioral health programs generate complex utilization patterns that require advanced analysis.
We analyze claims and encounter data to identify trends, evaluate program performance, and support data-driven decision-making.
Behavioral health financing must support access, quality, and sustainability across delivery systems.
We assist states in evaluating reimbursement approaches, understanding cost drivers, and aligning payment structures with program goals.
Key Program Areas
We support a wide range of behavioral health programs and provider types, including:
Integration Across Medicaid Programs
Behavioral health intersects with nearly every aspect of Medicaid.
We help states align behavioral health with:
Why Agencies Hire Myers & Stauffer
Our behavioral health work is built on strong and lengthy experience supporting Medicaid programs across diverse delivery models. We combine policy, financial, and operational expertise to deliver solutions that are:
As an independent advisor, we provide objective, defensible analysis to support complex program decisions.
We help states move beyond fragmented systems toward cohesive, high-performing behavioral health programs. Our focus is on practical implementation that supports access, strengthens oversight, and improves outcomes across the full continuum of care.
Connect With Our Team
Partner with experts who understand the complexities of health and human services programs. Let us guide your organization through the industry’s unique challenges and opportunities.
Jerry Dubberly, PharmD
Principal
Email: jdubberly@mslc.com
Phone Number: 404-524-9519
Bobby Courtney, MA, MPH, JD
Principal
Email: bcourtney@mslc.com
Phone Number: 317-815-5475
Catherine Snider
Member
Email: csnider@mslc.com
Phone Number: 317-649-1615
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