Logos of pediatric partners of virginia practices—associates in pediatrics, flat rock pediatrics, huguenot pediatrics, james river pediatrics, pediatric partnership, and west end pediatrics—highlighting their partnership with allied bhi to support integrated behavioral health care in richmond, virginia.

Client Case Study

Pediatric Partners of Virginia 

Pediatric Partners of Virginia is a partnership of practices united by a shared vision for comprehensive pediatric care. The organization includes six pediatric practices—Associates in Pediatrics, Flat Rock Pediatrics, Huguenot Pediatrics, James River Pediatrics, Pediatric Partnership, and West End Pediatrics—all located throughout the Richmond, Virginia area.

Since early 2021, Pediatric Partners of Virginia has partnered with Allied Behavioral Health Services to embed Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) directly into their pediatric practices. Through this partnership, Pediatric Partners of Virginia brings mental health care into the same trusted space where children receive their primary care.

The partnership has delivered improved access to pediatric behavioral health service, strong provider collaboration and communication, enhanced management of anxiety, ADHD, depression, and behavioral conditions. It helps increase patient and family satisfaction and operational efficiency without added cost or strain. Most importantly, children receive comprehensive, integrated care when and where they need it.

What is the importance of behavioral health needs in pediatrics?

Mental health concerns among children and adolescents continue to rise. According to the CDC, 1 in 5 youth between the ages of 3 and 17 has been diagnosed with a mental health disorder.

Pediatric practices are often the first point of contact for families navigating concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, depression and behavioral challenges related to life changes such as chronic illness or family changes.

Pediatric Partners of Virginia recognized the need for earlier intervention and a more integrated approach to whole-child care. Families needed easier access and their providers needed more support.

In early 2021, Pediatric Partners of Virginia began its partnership with Allied Behavioral Health Services. Allied BHI uses a collaborative care model that embeds behavioral health services within the pediatric setting. This helps eliminate barriers to care and reduces the stigma around pediatric mental health.

Pediatric Partners of Virginia has a dedicated Behavioral Health Specialist who works closely with pediatricians and advanced practice providers. In addition to access to Dr. Wiseman’s expertise, psychiatric consultation supports complex cases within the practice.

Pediatric Partners of Virginia’s families receive care in the same pediatric office they already know. By embedding mental health services directly within the pediatric setting, Pediatric Partners of Virginia has enhanced family engagement and continuity of care.

From an operational standpoint, the partnership has been efficient and straightforward.

Billing processes have been smooth, with only minor initial payor-related adjustments and no administrative burden placed on Pediatric Partners of Virginia’s internal team.

Allied BHI has consistently demonstrated professionalism, responsiveness, clinical excellence and a commitment to coordinated, high-quality care. The integration has been seamless and highly effective.

The most significant transformation for Pediatric Partners of Virginia has been clinical. Pediatric providers now benefit from regular care coordination meetings, measurement-guided treatment planning, direct access to psychiatric consultation and collaborative case review for complex behavioral presentations.

The Pediatric Partners of Virginia team’s access to Dr. Wiseman’s psychiatric expertise has been especially valuable in managing more complex cases. The collaborative care model has helped strengthen the pediatric team’s ability to identify behavioral health concerns early, improve treatment engagement, coordinate mental and physical health care and deliver truly whole-person pediatric care.

Families at Pediatric Partners of Virginia have responded overwhelmingly positively. Parents appreciate receiving behavioral health support in their trusted pediatric office, the reduced stigma around seeking mental health care and simplified access to high-quality pediatric behavioral health care without external referrals.

Yes. In summary, Pediatric Partners of Virginia describes Allied Behavioral Health as an outstanding partner in delivering integrated, patient-centered behavioral health care. 

For pediatric practices seeking to expand behavioral health access without adding administrative complexity, this partnership demonstrates what’s possible.

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