Original Research Prim Care Companion CNS Disord April 2026

Baseline Characteristics Associated With Referrals From a Primary Care Mental Health Collaborative Care Model to Specialty Mental Health Services

PCC CNS Disord 2026;28(2):10.4088/PCC.25m04149

Full Article Read the complete peer-reviewed article in Prim Care Companion CNS Disord. PCC CNS Disord 2026;28(2):10.4088/PCC.25m04149 Clinical Summary Most patients with depression or anxiety seen in primary care can stay in collaborative care, but some will need escalation to specialty psychiatry. Knowing which baseline features are linked to referral helps clinicians triage patients more efficiently and identify targets for earlier intervention inside a stepped-care model. FAQ How often were veterans in this primary care collaborative care program referred to specialty mental health services? 10 questions
Key Takeaways In this VA antidepressant monitoring collaborative care program, 131 of 757 veterans (17.31%) were referred to specialty psychiatry, meaning most patients remained managed in primary care despite moderate baseline symptom burden. 6 takeaways Clinical Guide How should clinicians triage primary care collaborative care patients with depression or anxiety who may need specialty psychiatric services? 6 steps
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