This panel will explore the financial foundations necessary to successfully implement and sustain the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM). Panelists will discuss practical billing strategies, common reimbursement challenges, workforce efficiency strategies, and key considerations for optimizing payment across payers. The session will also highlight the role of financial modeling and pro forma development in forecasting revenue, supporting operational decisions, and accelerating the path to sustainability by balancing growth and cost. Attendees will gain actionable insights to strengthen both the clinical and financial infrastructure of their CoCM programs.
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