The behavioral health of Montgomery County residents, which affects overall well-being, will be supported through education and increased access to prevention services.
Reduce the rate of substance misuse-related hospital visits
Current Value
32.0
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Story Behind the Curve
Individuals visit hospital emergency departments for substance misuse when they are in crisis or are unable to access care from community-based providers. In Montgomery County, the rate of Substance Misuse-related hospital visits is 67% higher among Black residents than Whites and is highest among Black men. Insurance barriers can make it difficult to access community-based care: two-thirds of visits for substance misuse are paid for by Medicaid.
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