Behavioral Health Toolkit for Medical Providers
Welcome to the the Optum Behavioral Health Toolkit for Primary Care Physicians (PCP) and other providers. You will find a variety of resources to help your patients. Resources are organized by the condition you are treating and can be found on the left-hand column.
We’ve also included a variety of general behavioral health information and resources below that can be applied more generally.
Please come back regularly as new information is routinely posted.
General Info
Substance Use Disorder Helpline: 1-855-780-5955
A 24/7 helpline for providers and patients to:
- Identify local MAT and behavioral health treatment providers and provide targeted referrals for evidence-based care
- Educate members/families about substance use
- Assist in finding community support services
- Assign a care advocate to provide ongoing support for up to 6 months, when appropriate
Member website
Screening Tools for Children
Birth to 5 Compendium of Screening Measures
CSBS DPTM Infant-Toddler Checklist
Symptoms and Signs Suggestive of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Concerns
Screening Tools for Older Adults
Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire
Best Practices for Children
Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Best Practices for Adults
Behavioral Healthcare After an Emergency Department Visit or Inpatient Hospitalization
Additional Training Videos Through Psych Hub
Quality Assurance
Behavioral Health HEDIS Measures Summary for Primary Care
Treatment Referral Options
Outpatient Provider Search Guide
Provider Search on Live and Work Well
Benefits of long-acting injectable antipsychotics