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Studies from University of Texas have provided new information about mental health

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"Factor analysis revealed a 3-factor, 25-item instrument (BoPAP scale). Overall, prescribers reported a moderate burden of PA (BoPAP Mean = 3.90 +/- A 0.52, possible range = 1-5)," wrote C.M. Brown and colleagues, University of Texas.

The researchers concluded: "They perceived a high burden (4.49 +/- A 0.57) on ''administrative issues,'' a moderate burden (3.93 +/- A 0.66) on 'care processes/outcomes'' and the lowest burden (3.30 +/- A 0.74) on ''system/societal costs.'' BoPAP scores differed based on provider characteristics, indicating evidence of discriminant validity."

Brown and colleagues published their study in Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research (Development of the Burden of Prior Authorization of Psychotherapeutics (BoPAP) Scale to Assess the Effects of Prior Authorization Among Texas Medicaid Providers. Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research, 2009;36(4):278-287).

For additional information, contact C.M. Brown, University of Texas Austin, PHAR Pharmacy Admin, 2409 University Avenue, 1 University Station A1930, Austin, TX 78712, USA.

The publisher's contact information for the journal Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research is: Maik Nauka, Interperiodica, Springer, 233 Spring St., New York, NY 10013-1578, USA.

Keywords: United States, Austin, Health Policy, Medicaid, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Psychiatric, Psychiatry, Quality of Care, University of Texas.

This article was prepared by Managed Care Weekly Digest editors from staff and other reports. Copyright 2009, Managed Care Weekly Digest via NewsRx.com.