Behavioral Health Resources

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Guidelines for Serving Members 

Best practice guidelines help make sure mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) services are used the right way and in a consistent manner. They also provide guidance for serving CareOregon/Health Share members. You can find these standards and guidelines by reviewing the resources below.

Documentation Standards for these provider types are available upon request by emailing cqssupport@careoregon.org:

  • Mental Health Outpatient (please identify if you hold a Certificate of Approval with Oregon Health Authority)

  • Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Providers

  • Youth Intensive In-Home Behavioral Health Treatment (IIBHT) providers

Behavioral Health Qualified Directed Payment (QDP/BHDPs) Overview

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA)

Effective January 1, 2026, OHA’s updated fee schedule guides our commitment to direct enhanced behavioral health payments to providers delivering advanced, coordinated care for members with complex needs—while continuing to support a strong behavioral health system for all members.