CHICAGO, IL - August 8, 2024 - MindMetrix, a comprehensive online mental health assessment tool developed by the Rochester Center for Behavioral Medicine (RCBM), today announced the immediate availability of MindMetrix for Providers, a revolutionary screening platform that enables clinicians to make data-informed decisions about a patient’s mental health. Following a successful consumer launch earlier this year, which focused on equipping individuals with data to self-advocate for proper treatment no matter what doctor they visit, it became evident that clinicians would similarly benefit from more information to support prescribed mental health treatment plans. Built by practitioners and following a growing demand for an offering for practitioners, MindMetrix for Providers addresses the mounting complexities and pressures surrounding mental health decision-making- improving diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.

What It Is: MindMetrix draws on 60+ industry-leading, peer-reviewed psychological rating scales to accurately identify elevated probabilities for over 60 DSM-5 conditions, based on well-established diagnostic standards. Unlike the common process of piecing together one or two one-off rating scales, MindMetrix delves into the test-taker’s unique presentation, adapting to user responses to present sets of validated tests tailored to their reported symptoms. The result: an in-depth and actionable report that significantly enhances clinical decision-making, and reduces the risk of misdiagnosis and failed treatments.

Why It’s Important: Mental health has become a critical issue in our country. We have seen advancements in treatments over the years, but innovation in the realm of diagnosis has been extremely limited – particularly with respect to the detection/quantification of nuanced and often interrelated conditions. Practitioners have less time than ever with their patients and pressure is high to prescribe – and get it right the first time. At the same time, a growing number of patients are asking for mental health care from their primary care physicians, who often lack the specialized knowledge to provide the right support.

How It Helps: MindMetrix offers a turn-key platform that can be accessed by hospitals, clinics, and practices of any type or size, with no configuration required. In just a few keystrokes, MindMetrix can be ordered for patients. And by integrating data into the treatment plan, clinicians can generate additional revenue for their practices, while improving the patient experience.

“MindMetrix was designed by a seasoned team of psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, and researchers with decades of experience in patient care, and is being used daily with RCBM’s patients,” explained Joel L. Young, M.D., MindMetrix Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer. “We have a singular goal: to improve mental health diagnosis, treatment, and care across the healthcare continuum, from the practitioner to the patient.”

With the rise in obfuscated algorithms and AI bots in healthcare, MindMetrix promotes an intentionally transparent approach. The assessment uses tried and true statistics for weighing the results of multiple tests. MindMetrix enables visibility into established and reputable scoring methods while ensuring complete data security and confidentiality for users. It is designed for use with patients ages 18 and up. To learn more about MindMetrix, visit www.mindmetrix.com.