Cooperative Agreements for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Planning Grants
This grant helps states create certification systems and payment models for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics and prepare to join a four-year demonstration program.
Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $12,000,000; ~12 awards expected; no cost sharing required.
Summary: Supports states in developing certification systems for CCBHCs, establishing Medicaid payment systems, and preparing to join the CCBHC Demonstration program.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to states not previously selected for the CCBHC Demonstration Program.
Description
This program provides cooperative agreements to states to help them develop and implement certification systems for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs), establish Prospective Payment Systems (PPS) for Medicaid-reimbursable behavioral health services, and prepare applications for participation in the four-year Section 223 CCBHC Demonstration program. The initiative aims to expand access to comprehensive behavioral health services and improve the quality of care for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
