Medicaid (Fee for Service Only) for Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (Except Physicians), All Establishments, Employer Firms

This dataset tracks medicaid (fee for service only) for offices of mental health practitioners (except physicians), all establishments, employer firms over time.

Latest Value

3056.00

Year-over-Year Change

162.32%

Date Range

1/1/2015 - 1/1/2022

Summary

This economic trend measures Medicaid fee-for-service payments to mental health practitioners, excluding physicians, at all types of employer firms. It provides insight into the demand and reimbursement for these critical healthcare services.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

The Medicaid (Fee for Service Only) for Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (Except Physicians), All Establishments, Employer Firms series tracks the total Medicaid payments made directly to mental health practitioners who are not physicians and work at any type of employer firm. This data offers important context on the utilization and financing of outpatient mental healthcare.

Methodology

The data is collected from administrative records of Medicaid fee-for-service claims.

Historical Context

This trend helps policymakers and healthcare analysts understand Medicaid's role in supporting access to outpatient mental health services.

Key Facts

  • Medicaid is a major payer for mental healthcare in the U.S.
  • Outpatient mental health services are an important part of the healthcare system.
  • Employer firms are a significant provider of mental health services.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures Medicaid fee-for-service payments to mental health practitioners, excluding physicians, at all types of employer firms.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This data provides insight into the demand and reimbursement for critical outpatient mental healthcare services, which is useful for policymakers and healthcare analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected from administrative records of Medicaid fee-for-service claims.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend helps policymakers and healthcare analysts understand Medicaid's role in supporting access to outpatient mental health services.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be update delays or limitations inherent in administrative data sources.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Medicaid (Fee for Service Only) for Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (Except Physicians), All Establishments, Employer Firms (OOMHPPMFS4262133), retrieved from FRED.
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