METRICS THAT MATTER
THE DATA COLLECTION PROJECT
WHAT IS THE DATA PROJECT? Initiated in 2022, the NMBHPA's Data Project, funded by the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) Behavioral Health Services Division. It is a 5-year project which seeks to establish a standardized set of behavioral health outcome metrics that will pave the way for an alternative payment model that recognizes and rewards the value of exceptional behavioral health services. This project will help to shape a healthcare landscape that prioritizes quality, patient outcomes, and the well-being of our community.
VALUE-BASED PAYMENT: The Data Project focuses on instigating systemic changes. A pivotal aspect of this is the transition from the conventional fee-for-service model to a pay-for-performance structure. By aligning reimbursement with care quality and patient outcomes, the project aims to revolutionize the way behavioral health services are delivered and compensated.
The Data Project is an opportunity for New Mexico's behavioral health providers to influence the development of behavioral health data measures that go beyond the limitations of traditional metrics. Unlike standard measures derived from physical health, such as HEDIS, the provider-informed measures of the Data Project are tailored specifically to impact areas within behavioral health. This emphasis on provider-informed metrics is an important step towards building a value-based payment model.
In its pilot year, the Data Project was made possible by the participation of 10 provider agencies. Now in its second year of implementation, 25 agencies across New Mexico have joined in the effort.
For more information on the data project, email Sara Cordova at scordova@nmbhpa.org
“Joining the NMBHPA has been exceptionally helpful for our organization. Their collaborative approach and deep understanding of the BH landscape have made them wonderful partners in navigating the complexities of Medicaid/Insurance policies and regulatory frameworks. They play a significant role in fostering communication and effective problem solving between state agencies, MCOs and providers. What sets them apart is their ability to ask difficult questions with thoughtfulness and respect, creating space for honest dialog and meaningful feedback. This has led to better understanding of the nuances of Medicaid coverage, state priorities, and operational constraints that providers face. They actively support sustainability of care delivery through focusing on reducing administrative burden and facilitating timely reimbursement.” – Laura Dunagan, Director of Revenue Cycle at All Faith's Children's Advocacy Center
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At A New Hope Therapy Center, we chose to become a member of NMBHPA because we value being part of a community that champions quality mental health care across New Mexico. The networking, support, and shared resources have been truly helpful for our team. Most of all, we appreciate the opportunities to collaborate with other organizations that are just as passionate about making a difference.
Being part of NMBHPA has inspired us and made us feel connected to others who share our vision for a healthier, more supported community. We’re proud to be members!" – Maria Laquerre Diego, LMFT at A New Hope Therapy Center
"I am the owner of a group psychotherapy practice. Although many of the agencies in the association are larger and provide a broader range of services than ours, I continue to find the information available to me as a member invaluable. In particular, the monthly meetings the association has set up with NM Medicaid and each Medicaid MCO provide a wealth of information and professional connections with the most influential personnel for each of those entities. These meetings put the concerns of behavioral health providers directly in front of those individuals and hold them accountable to the needs of our agencies and the people we support. I highly recommend becoming an association member." — Jim Shotwell, Executive Director/Owner at The Enhancement Center