Optimizing Measurement Based Care: Defining Success, Clinical Application, and National Norms

Session Description: This presentation will explore the principles and practical applications of Measurement Based Care (MBC) in addiction treatment, with a focus on defining success, clinical implementation, and establishing national norms. We will begin by defining MBC and its importance (1). The first segment will address success metrics, which includes AMA rates, total patient improvement, and post-discharge relapse rates. The second segment will delve into the clinical application, highlighting the significance of therapists reviewing assessments (2, 3), sharing data with patients to enhance treatment motivation, and identifying common patterns and their clinical profiles. Additionally, trend analysis of symptoms for causal relationships and tailored aftercare planning will be discussed. The final segment will cover national norms, presenting estimates for AMA rates (4), cut-scores for abnormalities, and relapse rates across different demographics, ultimately providing a comprehensive framework for optimizing MBC in addiction treatment.