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What you should know:
– Kyruus Healthleader in healthcare access platforms, announced a significant expansion of the Kyruus network by integrating virtual behavioral health providers.
– THE Kyruus Network enables health plans to expand their data set, fill gaps in care, and improve access by making the provider directory actionable.
The need to act
The need for accessible behavioral health care is undeniable. A survey conducted by the American Psychological Association reveals a harsh reality:
- 56% of psychologists report no openings for new patients.
- Waiting times for people on waiting lists average three months or more.
- Nearly 40% of psychologists report a growing waiting list.
Kyruus steps up
Kyruus Health recognizes the critical role of virtual behavioral health providers in meeting this growing demand. By integrating them into the Kyruus network, they aim to bridge the gap and make these services more accessible than ever.
Benefits for health plans:
- Expanded datasets: This allows for a more complete understanding of the behavioral health options available.
- Closing the Gaps in Care: Easier connection between patients and the providers they need.
- Increased access: Actionable provider directories with one-click scheduling functionality allow members to efficiently find and access care.
Positive impact on hospitals and health systems:
- Addressing limited suppliers and long wait times: The Kyruus network amplifies provider availability data, helping patients find appointments faster.
- Drive patient acquisition: Increased visibility of behavioral health services within the network leads to increased patient flow.
Presentation of the new network players:
The expanded Kyruus network now hosts more than 30,000 behavioral health virtual providers, including:
- Cultivate therapy
- Networked Behavioral Care
- Cycling health
- Brightside Health
- Clarity Pediatrics
- Hopscotch
- Override
- Rula
- Talkiatry
- Discussion area
“Kyruus Health is committed to promoting awareness and accessibility to a diverse range of behavioral health services,” said Gail Airasian, chief strategy officer at Kyruus Health. “Whether it's counseling, therapy, psychiatric consults or medication management, the Kyruus network, combined with advanced digital capabilities, ensures behavioral health care is convenient, accessible and inclusive for all.