Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) Behavioral Health Dashboard

Description

The Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) Behavioral Health Dashboard provides data on behavioral health services delivered through Virginia Medicaid. Explore key indicators in areas such as Service Utilization, Access to Care, Quality of Services, Outcomes, Member Demographics, and Provider Capacity. This dashboard promotes transparency, supports data-driven decision-making, and helps improve behavioral health services for Medicaid members across the Commonwealth.

How the Community can use the Data

The DMAS Behavioral Health Dashboard provides valuable insights for community members, advocates, providers, and policymakers. By exploring data on service access, utilization, quality, and outcomes, users can better understand how Virginia Medicaid behavioral health services are performing. The information can help identify gaps in care, support advocacy efforts, inform policy decisions, and promote transparency and accountability to improve services for individuals and families across the Commonwealth.

Data Limitations

The data reflects services provided through Virginia Medicaid and may not include individuals receiving services through other programs or private insurance. Reporting is based on claims and encounter data, which may not capture the full scope or quality of care delivered. Additionally, there may be delays between when services are provided and when data becomes available, which can affect how current the information is. Variability in data reporting and provider practices may also impact consistency and comparability across regions and populations.