15 pages. "Recommendations for employers [include]: [1] Explore integrated behavioral health models that have a single access point for mental health services, consolidating diverse services to holistically treat patients. [2] Ease delivery of care by working directly with provider groups to eliminate the need for several vendors. [3] Review current networks to ensure that high-quality physicians are promoted and behavioral health is integrated. [4] Address waste, fraud and abuse by requiring carriers to provide an action plan to ensure accountability.[5] Request effective metrics that evaluate provider performance."

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