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What is the Behavioral Health Service System?

On May 15, 2024, a new law (House File 2673) was signed. This law combines mental health and substance use services into one system, now called the Behavioral Health Service System. This new system starts on July 1, 2025, and will make it easier for mental health and substance use providers to help Iowans get the care they need, no matter where they go for help. 

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Where should I call about services?

Know someone affected by gambling, mental health, substance use or a related problem? Looking for help for yourself? Call Your Life Iowa 24/7 at 855-581-8111.

Behavioral Health Service System Statewide Plan

The Behavioral Health Statewide Service System Plan is Iowa’s guide to improving behavioral health services across the state. It was created with input from local communities and experts. The plan focuses on solving important problems and making sure everyone in Iowa can get the care they need. 

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Information for Providers

The Iowa PCA encourages providers and partners supporting behavioral health services in Iowa to complete a Provider Profile by May 16, 2025.

This Provider Profile will help the Iowa PCA build a provider network directory and ensure accurate information about providers interested in contracting to provide services to support the continuum in Iowa's Behavioral Health Service System, including Prevention, Early Intervention, Treatment, Recovery, and Crisis services.

This form can also be found under BH-ASO on www.iowapca.org and providers can also email bhasoproviderrelations@iowapca.org to communicate with the Iowa PCA. 

Fee Schedules

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Information for Counties

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Behavioral Health Town Halls

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Additional Information

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