Innovation in Behavioral Health (IBH)
This grant funds state Medicaid agencies up to $7.5M to test a 7-year value-based payment model for integrated behavioral healthcare for adults with mental health or SUDs.
Funder: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Due Dates: April 1, 2026 (optional Letter of Intent) | June 3, 2026 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $7.5 million per award over 7 years; total program funding $37.5 million; up to 5 awards
Summary: Supports state Medicaid agencies to implement and test integrated, value-based care delivery and payment models in specialty behavioral health settings for adults with moderate to severe mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Key Information: Eligible applicants are state Medicaid agencies from all 50 states, DC, and U.S. territories only.
Description
This funding opportunity from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) supports state Medicaid agencies in the implementation and evaluation of the Innovation in Behavioral Health (IBH) Model. The IBH Model is a seven-year, voluntary service delivery and payment model designed to promote integrated care in specialty behavioral health (BH) settings. The primary aim is to align value-based payment models across Medicaid and Medicare to support integrated care delivery for adult beneficiaries with moderate to severe mental health conditions and/or substance use disorders (SUDs).
Selected state Medicaid agencies will design and implement a care delivery framework and payment approach that fosters integration between behavioral health and physical health services, enhances care management, and addresses social determinants of health. The model includes technical assistance, infrastructure funding, and a robust evaluation component.
