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NCCP Report: Using Medicaid To Help Young Children and Parents Access Mental Health Services: Results of a 50-State Survey

The National Center for Children in Poverty has just released a new report, Using Medicaid To Help Young Children and Parents Access Mental Health Services: Results of a 50-State Survey. The report presents findings on Medicaid coverage and related policies (e.g., rules about eligibility, screening and treatment practices) for key services:  Early childhood mental health services in pediatric, home, and early care and education settings; dyadic treatment; parenting programs; maternal depression screening during well-child visits; and behavioral health case management/care coordination. 

The report concludes with recommendations that highlight ways the results can be used by diverse stakeholders to strengthen supports for young children’s mental health.