For best results, complete at least Workbooks 1 β 3. Ending before Stage 3 is associated with less improvement in integrated behavioral health.
Begin Planning Group preparation
Reach out to potential patient partners and plan how to include them
Create an Affinity Diagram of an ideal patient experience when receiving integrated behavioral health and primary care
Create a Vision Statement using the Affinity Diagram and share with your practice
Analyze current practice methods on managing change and integrating care
Include other data measures based on practice priorities
Identify providers and patients to be involved in IBH-PC
Describe the behavioral health services offered and any changes needed to the physical space, infrastructure, and electronic health record system
Match education modules with providers and staff
Prepare for Stage 2 with a purpose statement and team member roster
Update your Communications Plan