New Statewide Behavioral Health Model Reshapes Care
As of July 1, Henry County and the rest of Iowa began phasing out the regional mental health structure and shifting behavioral health oversight to Iowa Primary Care Association.
This transition promises more streamlined service but raises questions about continuity, funding, and local voice.
- Under House File 2673, Iowa merged its 32 regional mental health and substance use programs into seven larger behavioral health districts.
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Author's summary: Iowa shifts to a new behavioral health model.