Recovery Management Checkups (RMC) is a transformative approach to treating substance use disorders (SUD) and supporting individuals to sustain long-term recovery. RMC is a structured intervention that involves ongoing monitoring through regular checkups to assess patients’ treatment needs, prevent and detect relapse early, shorten the time to treatment re-entry if necessary, and facilitate linkages to additional care management and support. The model also employs specialized staff to address treatment barriers and ensure patients engage in treatment and follow-up care, including assistance with scheduling and connecting to additional treatment services.
Research shows that the RMC significantly improves treatment engagement and retention, length of treatment, and sustained recovery. More recent studies have also shown that integrating RMC into primary care settings can enhance linkages to care and better overall health for individuals struggling with SUDs.
This webinar provided an overview of the RMC model, how it works, and the structured process, which involves regular checkups, long-term monitoring, early re-intervention, and personalized care and treatment. Speakers also shared study findings that highlight the effectiveness of RMC in improving treatment re-engagement and reducing substance use. Additionally, speakers discussed how integrating RMC into primary care settings can enhance linkage to care and treatment engagement, providing a comprehensive approach to SUD management, with real-life case studies and success stories.
Speakers:
Michael Dennis, PhD., Senior Research Psychologist; Lighthouse Institute Director, Chestnut Health Systems
Dennis Watson, PhD, Senior Research Scientist, Chestnut Health Systems
Christine Grella, Ph.D., Senior Research Scientist, Chestnut Health Systems
John Palmer, Linkage Supervisor, Chestnut Health Systems