In this episode of The Benefits Brief, host David Saltzman sits down with Janet Powelson, chair of NABIP’s Mental Health Working Group, to discuss the challenges of accessing mental healthcare and how benefits professionals can better support their clients. Janet shares the working group’s advocacy priorities, including improving provider network adequacy, reducing administrative barriers and strengthening access to timely treatment. She also explores the importance of understanding mental health parity, navigating different levels of care and recognizing the unique mental health needs of Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers. Plus, get an inside look at NABIP’s developing Mental Health Certification program and how it aims to equip agents and brokers with the knowledge and resources to help clients navigate mental health benefits with greater confidence.
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