At Briljent, we’re passionate about making behavioral health data integration easier and more effective. Our Health IT team specializes in readiness assessments, stakeholder engagement, and data governance. We aim to improve interoperability, ensure compliance, and boost operational efficiency. We’ve successfully worked with various health organizations and are excited about technology’s role in achieving patient-centered healthcare delivery. Let’s chat about your behavioral health programming and data governance priorities!

Introduction

Integrating behavioral health data is essential for improving health outcomes in today’s fast-paced healthcare world. The Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy (ASTP) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) emphasize the importance of using Health IT to enhance the capture, use, and exchange of behavioral health data. These efforts aim to improve care coordination, reduce costs, and foster better patient outcomes.

Behavioral health data integration is both a technical challenge and a strategic necessity. Effective data integration can bridge gaps in care, ensure timely access to critical information, and support comprehensive care models that address physical and mental health needs. Our Health IT team at Briljent is leading the way, offering services designed to enhance system interoperability and facilitate the secure sharing of behavioral healthcare data. Our services align with national initiatives to improve health IT infrastructure and support the seamless integration of behavioral health data into broader health information systems.

Capabilities

At Briljent, integrating behavioral health data into current systems can be tricky but crucial. We offer a full range of services to tackle this challenge, facilitating the smooth integration of behavioral health data to enhance patient care and efficiency. The following components are common tactics to support data integration strategies:

• Readiness Assessments: Evaluations identifying gaps in data management, interoperability, and patient privacy, providing insights into the current state and planning for future improvements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Gathering insights and fostering collaboration among patients, healthcare providers, local government, and community leaders to create solutions that work for everyone.
• Data Governance and Compliance: Assessments that ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices, maintaining compliance and safeguarding sensitive data.
• Technology and Infrastructure Assessment: This review covers current systems to explore improvements in support for behavioral health data and interoperability, including Health Information Exchange (HIE) platforms, data storage solutions, and integration platforms.
• Staff Training and Change Management: Strategies and training designed to prepare teams for new processes and ensure readiness for new technologies and workflows.

Example Projects

Our success is demonstrated through various projects where we’ve helped organizations navigate the complexities of behavioral health data integration. Here are a few examples:

• Nonprofit Organization: We helped a nonprofit integrate behavioral health data into their HIE. Our team provided a readiness assessment, gap analysis, and strategic recommendations to align their operational and technology policies. We also supported the development of an RFP and a communication plan to guide the organization through the vendor selection process.
• Community Service Provider: We proposed a framework for data sharing and integration to improve services for the homeless population. Our work included assessing current data-sharing practices, identifying gaps, and suggesting future state improvements. We also provided strategic communication support and developed data flow diagrams.
• State Health Department: We assessed public health data systems and provided a data modernization framework for a state health department. Our work involved stakeholder engagement, systems assessment, and workforce evaluation. We developed recommendations for scalable, sustainable shared services and cloud infrastructure.
• Mental Health and Addiction Services: We improved data practices for a state mental health and addiction services division. Our work included system and data assessments, governance framework implementation, and client record matching. We also supported the development of an online form for data submission.
• Health Department: We developed a data governance framework for a state health department to enhance data management and sharing. Our assessment included stakeholder interviews, identifying gaps, and creating a comprehensive framework to promote data governance principles.

Conclusion

At Briljent, we offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to help your organization navigate the complexities of behavioral health data integration. We seek opportunities to leverage our expertise to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, and overall health outcomes. Our tailored approach ensures that our clients and partners receive the support needed to achieve strategic objectives.

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