Tennessee HB0654 mandates mental health and substance abuse services coverage through a Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model (PCCM) starting July 1.
Tennessee HB0654 amends state health insurance laws to require coverage and reimbursement of mental health and substance abuse services through a Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model (PCCM) for health benefit plans offered after July 1, 2025. The PCCM involves primary care providers, care managers, and psychiatric consultants working together to manage patient care. Managed care organizations under TennCare and CoverKids must also comply with these coverage requirements if deemed medically necessary. The act takes effect July 1, 2025.
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