What is Partners Behavioral Health?

Partners Behavioral Health is a managed care organization (MCO) that oversees mental health, substance use disorder, and intellectual and developmental disability services. They contract with state and local agencies to provide access to behavioral health care for eligible individuals, often through a network of providers. Their role includes coordinating care, ensuring service quality, and managing funding for public behavioral health services. Partners Behavioral Health primarily serves residents in certain counties, helping them find and receive appropriate care and support.