Where Physical and Behavioral Health Meet in Skilled Nursing

Skilled nursing facilities are laser-focused on patient health — and an emerging philosophy is taking that focus to the next level, promoting the integration of physical and behavioral health teams to address some of the most difficult patient challenges.

From reduced ER visits to better patient experiences, this interdisciplinary partnership is improving health outcomes. This white paper reveals 3 steps for helping skilled nursing providers manage the behavioral health and physical health needs of their patients.

In this white paper you will learn: 

  • How to build an understanding of behavioral health in the SNF setting
  • How to deliver care and assessment required for each patient
  • How to de-escalate behavioral health situations if they arise

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3 Steps SNFs Can Take to Improve Patient Behavioral Health