Depression resources for primary care clinicians
At AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana, we recognize the earliest and best opportunities to identify depression are in the offices of the primary care providers — especially since depressive disorders are commonly seen in primary care settings.
We believe that primary care providers should be equipped to screen for depression and provide immediate treatment either in their own practices or by referring patients to a mental health professional. To this end, we seek your assistance in the identification and treatment of depression.
The materials below are intended to help you effectively assess, treat and monitor depression in adults and adolescents with this condition.