America continues to grapple with a persistent behavioral health workforce crisis, with just over a quarter of the national mental health needs met. The situation is particularly dire in psychiatry, with projections estimating a 20% decline in the number of adult psychiatrists by 2030, even as demand continues to rise. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently issued a final rule designed to combat this shortage, designating funds to inflate the psychiatry workforce and support underserved communities.
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Source: https://bhbusiness.com/2024/08/09/cms-targets-psychiatry-shortage-with-final-rule