The Daily The Profitable Business of Holding Patients Against Their Will
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Sep 26, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, investigative reporter Jessica Silver-Greenberg exposes alarming abuses within the mental health care system, focusing on the for-profit Acadia Healthcare. She reveals how profit motives can overshadow patient welfare, featuring Kathy McKenzie, who shares her personal experience with involuntary commitment. They delve into the manipulative tactics used to extend hospital stays and the emotional toll on patients. The episode sheds light on urgent ethical concerns while calling for a reevaluation of mental health practices.
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Investigation of Acadia Healthcare
- Acadia Healthcare, a major psychiatric hospital chain, faces allegations of prioritizing profits over patient care.
- Jessica Silver-Greenberg investigated these claims after receiving a tip.
Acadia's Profit-Driven System
- Acadia's system focused on maximizing profits by admitting as many patients as possible, especially those with insurance.
- They employed tactics like direct marketing, cultivating relationships with police, and influencing ER assessments.
Exploiting Loopholes
- Acadia exploited information imbalances and legal loopholes to keep patients longer than necessary.
- They exaggerated symptoms and filed petitions to extend stays, even if unlikely to be granted, maximizing insurance payouts.