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Arizona's relentless fight against fraud in behavioral health has led to an astonishing $945 million in cost avoidance—transforming the landscape for providers and patients alike!

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Arizona Office of Inspector General Reports $945M in Cost Avoidance Through Provider Monitoring
OIG highlights substantial cost avoidance and improved claims processing for behavioral health providers.
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August 22, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Arizona's Behavioral Health System is in crisis, with a shocking $2.8 billion in fraud compromising care for vulnerable residents, especially Native American communities.

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Arizona Hearing Exposes Wide-Scale Fraud in Behavioral Health System Targeting Native Americans
Witnesses reveal extensive fraud harming Native American communities and eroding public trust.
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October 6, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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Concerns are mounting in Arizona as a proposed bill could lead to more individuals being committed to an already overwhelmed state hospital, sparking urgent discussions on mental health solutions.

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Attorney Anaya raises concerns over Arizona's behavioral health bill in legislative hearing
Afton Anaya critiques Arizona's bill due to lack of secure facilities for defendants.
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March 25, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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Arizona's Senate Health Committee uncovers a shocking $2.8 billion fraud scheme threatening care for vulnerable populations, including Native Americans.

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Arizona Health Committee Examines Behavioral Health Fraud and System Failures
Committee discusses critical gaps in oversight and provider misconduct in Arizona's behavioral health system.
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August 22, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Shocking revelations from Arizona's Inspector General expose a troubling landscape of fraud and abuse in behavioral health services, leaving vulnerable patients in dire conditions.

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Arizona's Inspector General Vanessa Templeman Reveals Findings on Behavioral Health Fraud Schemes
Tempe's office highlights a pattern of fraud and abuse in behavioral health providers across Arizona.
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August 22, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Arizona's Department of Health Services is tackling urgent licensing challenges amidst a surge in complaints about behavioral health facilities and sober living homes.

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Arizona DHS addresses licensing challenges amid increase in behavioral health facility complaints
Arizona DHS reviews licensing practices as complaints surge in behavioral health facilities.
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August 22, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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Arizona's new 8-minute billing rule is pushing behavioral health services to the brink, risking the care of thousands in need.

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Behavioral Health Leaders Demand Reversal of Controversial 8 Minute Billing Rule
Arizona behavioral health providers report severe service reductions due to new billing guidelines.
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August 22, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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Arizona lawmakers are demanding answers as behavioral health providers struggle with payment delays, raising urgent concerns about access to care for thousands of residents.

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Senate Committee Questions Behavioral Health Claims Process Amid Provider Payment Delays
Committee members express concerns over delayed payments to behavioral health providers in Arizona.
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October 6, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Arizona's Senate is tackling the crucial issue of new billing requirements for behavioral health services, raising concerns about payment delays and provider stability.

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Senator Shope investigates impact of code changes on behavioral health reimbursement rates
Senators discuss payment delays and provider outreach regarding new behavioral health codes.
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August 22, 2025 at 4:32 PM