Evidence.

The effectiveness of CHESS Health solutions is backed by a robust body of evidence, including published research, customer case studies, and successful implementation results.

CHESS Health delivers evidence-based solutions that enable our partners to reduce the personal and societal crisis of substance use disorder (SUD). Taking an evidence-based approach means science and research are at the core of our solutions to ensure effective results and improve outcomes for the nearly 49 million people affected by SUD nationwide. 

Our proven, trusted solutions for partners in the public sector, behavioral health providers, and payers and health plans are validated by clinical trials, research, and case studies from existing customers. Studies highlighting the effectiveness of CHESS Health’s solutions have been published by the Journal of the American Medical Association, the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, and the Journal of Dual Diagnosis, among others. Funding for research has come from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, and the Addiction Policy Forum. CHESS Health has conducted collaborative research with partners, including the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, and the Loyola Recovery Foundation.

40-50% reduction in key risk factors
30% higher rate of Abstinence for SUD

At 4-, 8-, and 12-month check-ins, there was a 30% higher rate of abstinence by those using the Connections app compared to those not using the app.

Source: University of Wisconsin-Madison study published in JAMA Psychiatry

71% reduction in hospital readmissions

Decrease in readmission rates, which results in a lower cost of care, for patients using the mobile health app.

Source: Loyola Research/ Pharmacotherapy model integrated with mobile health technology

Patients using the Connections app stayed in treatment 37 days longer than those not using the recovery support app.

Source: Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Study

Persistent high engagement rates observed from the initial week following treatment through the four-month post-treatment period serve as a compelling indicator of the digital health tool’s effectiveness.

Source: Journal of Dual Diagnosis

Individuals using the Connections app had a 24% lower rate of return to residential care, which can be directly related to a decrease in the cost of care.

Source: Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Study

A non-profit organization increased their documented referral closure rate by over 76% resulting in improved client care and increased operational efficiency.

Source: Utilizing Digital Solutions to Maximize Client Care; FLACRA Case Study

Peer-reviewed Journal Articles Featuring CHESS Health Technology

Pharmacotherapy and Mobile Health for Veterans with Substance Use Disorders

Funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and administered by the Loyola Recovery Foundation, this research explored alternative therapies for a high-risk, high-need population prone to frequent addiction crisis, emergency medical, and psychiatric services utilization.

CHESS Health Case Studies

  • Learn how an organization supporting first responders in the emergency services sector addresses substance use disorders using digital tools.

    Transforming Behavioral Health Support for First Responders

    November 12, 2024

    An organization in the emergency services sector addresses substance use disorders among first responders using innovative digital tools.
  • United Counseling Service (UCS)-Bennington, designated as a Center of Excellence by Vermont Care Partners, serves the far southwestern corner of Vermont, a rural area where the need for substance use disorder and mental health treatment far outweighs availability.

    Extending Provider Reach: Enhancing Access to Mental Health and Addiction Services for Rural Vermonters of All Ages

    September 18, 2024

    United Counseling Service in rural Vermont expands access to mental health and addiction services, addressing increasing substance use and co-occurring disorders.
  • JusticeLink utilizes eIntervention to streamline referrals, manage data, and deliver a better experience for justice-involved clients.

    Ending the Cycle of Incarceration: Supporting Justice-Involved Individuals Through Re-entry

    August 19, 2024

    JusticeLink bridges the gap between justice-involved individuals and community services, facilitating recovery and reintegration.

CHESS Health Implementation Results and White Papers

  • Opioid Settlement Guide Fund Allocation White Paper

    The CHESS Health Guide to Opioid Settlement Fund Allocation

    January 23, 2024

    Learn about approved uses for opioid settlement funds, core strategies, and recommended solutions with CHESS Health’s comprehensive guide.
  • Substance use disorder (SUD) involving opioids, methamphetamine, and fentanyl have been wreaking havoc across the country, leaving state leaders searching for answers to stem the tide.

    Oklahoma Deploys Innovative Initiative to Address Statewide Addiction Crisis

    April 19, 2021

    Explore how Oklahoma implemented a statewide initiative to tackle addiction, focusing on connecting, coordinating, and offering resources for providers.

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