| This month marks the tenth anniversary of the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 (MHPAEA) – landmark legislation that promotes access to and coverage for quality, affordable mental health care on par with medical or surgical care. Since its initial implementation and subsequent expansion to the individual market, health insurance providers have made coverage available for comprehensive mental health care and/or treatment for substance use disorders an essential and equal component of overall health and well-being. Innovative programs help ensure parity, support patient access to the comprehensive mental health care and enhance whole-person care. ... |