This presentation outlines how using a risk stratification model integrated into the EHR can aid clinical management and care coordination and lead to improved communication, more efficient resource placement, and continuity of care by monitoring risk level in the mental health caseload. The presenters will discuss how this helps ensure patients are receiving the treatment needed for their current risk level, aids in the referral process to a higher level of care, and is helpful for addressing housing issues.

Educational Objectives

• Explain how a risk stratification model can help identify the right level of care and services for a mental health population
• Describe how using the risk stratification model allows clinicians to customize treatment
• Express how this tool produces evidence-based outcomes to drive clinical decision making

Level: Intermediate