South Central Bh Network

The South Central Behavioral Health Network, Inc.(SCBHN) began as the South Central Behavioral Health Care Collaborative (SCBHCC) and it is a network of 27 independent behavioral health, physical health, and social determinants of health (SDoH) organizations providing comprehensive community-based services throughout eight counties in Central New York and the Southern Tier. The members of our network have a shared goal of improving the health and wellness of individuals experiencing behavioral health disorders, often complicated by medical issues and/or social determinants of health needs. The BHCCs and the BHNs in NY State used Behavioral Health Value Based Payment (BH VBP) funds to enhance quality care and improve outcomes. This included clinical and financial integration and the use of community-based recovery support services. In 2021, New York State allocated $20 million in American Rescue Plan Act enhanced Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (eFMAP) funding to BHNs. The South Central Behavioral Health Network (SCBHN) includes 27 behavioral healthcare providers, primary care and other medical providers, as well as community-based organizations that deliver support services throughout the eight-county region shown on the map (Broome, Tioga, Tompkins, Cayuga, Madison, Cortland, Chenango and Delaware). The SCBHN functions on the strength of the partners collectively through referrals to develop and implement an infrastructure that strengthens integrative care and improves service and care outcomes. This drives efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Through sustainable, data-informed collaborations the SCBHN can support a comprehensive system of care that aims to improve the health outcomes for individuals served in our communities while preparing the partner organizations to participate in Value-Based Payment arrangements. We have achieved sustainability through our collective efforts. Family and Children's Counseling Services serves as our lead entity.