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Missouri Launches Pioneering Statewide Digital Health Initiative to Transform Crisis Response and Behavioral Health CareJEFFERSON CITY, Mo., May 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Missouri Behavioral Health Council (MBHC) announced a partnership with Chorus Innovations to transform behavioral health care across the state through a tailored technology solution. Working in close coordination and collaboration with the Missouri Department of Mental Health and crisis service providers across the state, this coalition will create MOConnect, an innovative digital platform integrating behavioral health assessment, crisis response, and referrals, setting a new standard for statewide coordinated care. A New Era for Crisis Response The impact is crucial: Missouri's 988 Lifeline answered over 58,000 calls from October 2022 to October 2023 (according to data reports), highlighting the urgent need for a streamlined technology-driven solution. MOConnect will not only digitally transform crisis care coordination for the over 6 million people of Missouri, but also serves as a model for other states seeking to improve care coordination across their behavioral health systems. A Unique Approach to Adaptable Technology for Health Key Features of MOConnect:
"We are incredibly excited about our collaboration with Chorus Innovations. The MOConnect platform will be instrumental in supporting the crisis response teams and connecting the statewide crisis system to ensure no Missourian falls through the crack during their time of need," said Brent McGinty, President/CEO of the Missouri Behavioral Health Council. "This partnership is a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence that puts the needs of Missourians first and creates critical efficiencies for the crisis teams who respond in those times of need." "MOConnect marks a turning point in the way technology can be used across a state to coordinate between organizations and improve health," said Chorus CEO, Armen Arevian, MD, PhD. "The adaptability and emphasis on collaboration across organizations ensures it will meet the unique and evolving needs of Missourians." About Missouri Department of Mental Health (MO DMH): About Missouri Behavioral Health Council (MBHC): About Chorus Innovations: View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/missouri-launches-pioneering-statewide-digital-health-initiative-to-transform-crisis-response-and-behavioral-health-care-302146383.html SOURCE Chorus Innovations |