Nutex Health Inc. Announces Addition of 24/7 Behavioral Health Services to SE Texas ER & Hospital

Revolutionary Initiative Improves Access to Mental Health Care in Emergency Room Setting

HOUSTON, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Nutex Health Inc. (NASDAQ: NUTX) is pleased to announce that its affiliated hospital, SE Texas ER & Hospital, will now offer 24/7 behavioral health services alongside emergency care. This groundbreaking initiative aims to address the significant need for acute psychiatric treatment in traditional emergency rooms (ERs) and streamline patient care.

Enhanced Treatment for Acute Psychiatric Needs

Located in Humble, TX, SE Texas ER & Hospital is now equipped to provide specialized care for both adult and adolescent patients with acute psychiatric needs. Through a secure Telehealth platform, patients will undergo a psychiatric evaluation in the ER and receive a personalized treatment plan that includes psychiatric interventions if necessary.

Addressing the Challenges of Behavioral Health Emergencies

By integrating psychiatric providers into the ER setting, Nutex Health aims to reduce wait times and improve outcomes for behavioral health emergencies. Traditionally, patients experiencing these emergencies would face long wait times to see a psychiatric provider, causing disruptions to both their lives and the functioning of the emergency department. With this novel approach, patients can receive real-time evaluation and treatment from both psychiatric providers and ER physicians, enabling timely care and potential same-day discharge with appropriate follow-up.

Expanding the Reach of Specialized Care

Nutex Health intends to extend this innovative behavioral health model to its other affiliated hospitals, creating a network of specialized care facilities across the country. By addressing the unmet needs of patients with behavioral health emergencies and reducing ER boarding time, Nutex Health aims to revolutionize emergency care and improve outcomes for these vulnerable populations.

Leadership Insights

“Behavioral health emergencies have always presented a significant challenge in ERs,” said Dr. Tom Vo, Chairman and CEO of Nutex Health. “Our model, among the first of its kind, allows for real-time collaboration between psychiatric providers and ER physicians. This approach ensures that patients receive prompt and comprehensive care directly from the ER, setting a new standard for behavioral health interventions.”

Dr. Michael Chang, Chief Medical Officer at SE Texas ER & Hospital, added, “These new services from Nutex Health will fulfill a crucial community need for mental health intervention. Our patient-first philosophy drove the implementation of this initiative, ensuring acute, individualized mental health care in a comfortable environment.”

About Nutex Health Inc.

Nutex Health Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a healthcare management and operations company consisting of two divisions: the Hospital Division and the Population Health Management Division.

The Hospital Division owns and operates innovative healthcare models, including micro-hospitals, specialty hospitals, and hospital outpatient departments. Currently, the division oversees 22 facilities in 8 states, providing cutting-edge healthcare services.

The Population Health Management Division manages provider networks such as Independent Physician Associations (IPAs). Through its Management Services Organization (MSO), Nutex Health offers support services, including administration and data aggregation, to affiliated hospitals and physician groups. Their proprietary technology platform enables holistic patient and provider management, optimizing care quality and efficiency.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations. Factors that may affect future results include the Company’s ability to execute its growth strategy, changes in laws or regulations, economic conditions, and reliance on technology. The full list of factors is available in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

SOURCE: Nutex Health, Inc.