Article Publication Date:
8/2/2004
Summary:
States have used a variety of techniques to combat the rising costs of prescriptions, especially for psychotropic medications. This paper notes that it is important to consider alternatives that have the potential to both contain costs and improve the quality of care and outcomes. The paper provides some examples of promising practices from Pennsylvania, Missouri, Texas, and Massachusetts.
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Types/Tools:
Populations:
Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities
Sources:
CMS
Programs/Initiatives:
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States:
psychotropic medications; behavioral prescriber; outlier management system; texas medication algorithm project; prescription costs
Contact
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Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50241