From Identification to Action: Employer Strategies to Combat Substance Use Disorders

Join us for Part 2 of our insightful podcast series dedicated to improving outcomes for those affected by substance use disorders. In this episode, we'll explore effective early intervention strategies and the essential steps for building a robust support structure. Additionally, we’ll discuss how employers can ensure compliance with Mental Health Parity laws while reducing unnecessary medical expenses that contribute to wasteful spending.

Panelists will discuss:

• Strategies for enhancing early treatment of substance use disorders to prevent progression to catastrophic care.
• Publicly available resources to help identify the most appropriate treatments and high-quality care options.
• Provisions in current carrier contracts that enable them to retain a percentage of costs as revenue, while limiting access to in-network providers.
• Understanding the Mental Health Parity laws and your obligations as a health plan provider.

This episode includes guest speakers:

Kirsten Suto Seckler, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at Shatterproof

Danielle Capilla, JD, SVP of Compliance and Operational Strategy for Alera Group's Employee Benefits division

Lisa Kugler, Psy.D., SVP for Shatterproof’s Treatment Atlas team