Nearly a decade ago, only 55 percent of psychiatrists accepted private health insurance.
That number is probably much smaller now among both therapists and psychiatrists — in part because of low reimbursement rates.
The Wall Street Journal reports:
Insurance coverage is one of several barriers for those seeking mental health care. There are also racial disparities and a lack of providers.
We talk with experts about the state of our mental health care system — and how to fix it.
We reached out to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration — SAMHSA (SAM-suh) — about its efforts to bolster care for young kids and communities of color. Here’s what they shared with us:
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