BHG Medical Directors Series: Dr. Matt Perdue | Colorado
In this edition of the BHG Medical Directors Series, Dr. Matt Perdue of Colorado highlights the importance of comprehensive treatment and care coordination for individuals with substance use disorders. He emphasizes a whole-person approach that integrates FDA-approved medications, counseling and structured support services to help patients achieve long-term stability and improved quality of life.
By addressing both medical and behavioral health needs, BHG ensures patients receive seamless, coordinated care across all stages of treatment.
Why Effective Treatment and Care Coordination Matters
Effective treatment and care coordination go hand-in-hand. Addressing both the medical and psychosocial needs of patients helps:
- Reduce relapse and readmission rates
- Improve engagement in ongoing treatment
- Provide support across healthcare, justice and community settings
Dr. Perdue emphasizes that integrating these elements is critical to improving long-term recovery outcomes.
Whole-Person Approach
At BHG, treatment and care coordination is centered on a whole-person approach that integrates multiple services into a seamless, patient-focused journey. Our goal is to address the full spectrum of patient needs—medical, behavioral and social—to improve long-term recovery outcomes.
Key components of this approach include:
- FDA-approved medications to manage cravings and support recovery
- Individual and group counseling tailored to each patient’s unique challenges
- Comprehensive case management and social support to ensure smooth transitions across care settings
By combining these elements, BHG delivers coordinated, consistent care that meets patients where they are. This helps patients achieve lasting stability and wellness.
This holistic model not only improves outcomes for patients but also strengthens partnerships with healthcare systems, community providers and justice organizations by reducing gaps in care.
Lessons from Dr. Matt Perdue: Advancing Care
Dr. Perdue shares actionable strategies for improving patient engagement, strengthening referral pathways and integrating care across disciplines. His insights highlight the value of combining treatment and care coordination for better patient outcomes and a more efficient care continuum.
Partnering with BHG
BHG is dedicated to providing comprehensive addiction treatment and care coordination for emergency departments, physicians, criminal justice agencies and community providers. Learn how our collaborative approach helps patients achieve long-term recovery while supporting your organization’s care goals.
