With the mental health challenges today's workforce faces on the rise, MedOne has partnered with Brightn to provide comprehensive mental wellness support for employees and their families across their book of business. This strategic alliance comes at a crucial time, as recent data shows 77% of U.S. workers report experiencing at least one symptom of a mental health condition, with 84% citing workplace conditions as a contributing factor.
MedOne’s clinical team has kept a close eye on this growing mental health crisis as it relates to the pharmacy claims MedOne process on behalf of their self-funded employer groups. Senior Clinical Program Manager Shelby Jones saw the need for additional support for MedOne's members and began the search for an innovative partner in the space to pioneer the Behavioral Care Path offering.
“Mental health is very important to me,” said Jones. “This offering is the perfect complement to our program supporting mental health wellness. I’ve always been an advocate for mental health services, and I’m excited to bring this unique approach to MedOne’s members.”
Plan sponsors can elect to offer the Behavioral Care Path program. Once elected, there is a two-pronged approach designed to support patients who are seeking support for mental health disorders.
This first part of the Behavioral Care Path targets members on medications for mental health and ensures those prescriptions are the right medication for that specific member and the state of their mental health.
MedOne's processes use historical claims data to identify a variety of drug-therapy problems and care plans in order to help members reach their mental health care goals as quickly as possible. Drug-drug interactions, duplications of therapy, and medication non-compliance are common amongst mental health treatments. This care path identifies these disruptions in the treatment plan, and recommendations are sent to prescribers to reduce the serious risk of adverse events. Most mental health medications take 8-12 weeks to demonstrate full effectiveness and patients often have to try 3-4 medications before achieving results. The goal is to get the right medication in the hands of our members as quickly as possible so they can be at their best.
The second part of Behavioral Care Path targets members who struggle or otherwise want to improve or prioritize their mental health and well-being. Enter Brightn.
"Recent Harvard studies show that 88% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy, 75% lack clear meaning and purpose, and 77% live paycheck to paycheck," said Jeffrey Johnston, CEO and Founder of Brightn. “These interconnected challenges led us to develop a comprehensive approach focusing on health, wealth, and purpose. After losing both my son and wife to mental health-related struggles, I understand firsthand the critical importance of preventative mental wellness support."
Our goal is to empower individuals to transform their mental health and build a brighter future.
Jeffrey Johnston, CEO & Founder of Brightn
Brightn's approach is to make weekly mental health planning straightforward and effective, helping patients integrate lifestyle improvements seamlessly into their daily life. Through the AI-powered app, customized programming is designed to enhance mental wellness through personalized challenges, mood tracking, and journaling. Access to the app and all its features, progress tracking, and community and peer support are all accessible to MedOne members through the Behavioral Care Path.
MedOne's own employees and their families are among the pilot participants who are testing the care path offering. These members will receive free access to Brightn's premium platform, which has demonstrated remarkable results - 60% of users report significant improvements in their wellness outcomes after just 30 days of consistent engagement.
"One in eight people globally have a mental health disorder, which means everyone on our team likely knows someone affected by mental health challenges," said Wes Hartig, CEO at MedOne. "As an employer, we want to be proactive in supporting our employees' well-being - it's our number one core value. This partnership with Brightn aligns perfectly with our commitment to supporting the full picture of well-being: physical, mental, and spiritual."
The partnership represents a significant advancement in corporate mental wellness support, combining MedOne's healthcare expertise with Brightn's innovative technology. Both organizations share Iowa roots and Midwest values, creating a strong foundation for this collaborative effort to support local communities.
"This partnership exemplifies MedOne's commitment to innovative healthcare solutions," added Hartig. "Working with a fellow Iowa-based company allows us to be responsive to our employees' needs while supporting local innovation in healthcare technology."
About Brightn
Founded in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Brightn is transforming mental wellness support through AI-powered technology and personalized planning. The platform focuses on making mental wellness as routine as brushing your teeth, helping users achieve balance in health, wealth, and purpose. Early results show that members who engage with the platform for more than 30 days experience a 60% increase in positive outcomes through the platform's comprehensive tracking metrics. Download the Brightn app today by visiting www.brightn.app
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