SUBJECT
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Consideration to authorize the City Manager to approve a telepsychiatry consultation services agreement with US Televero Health PA located at 6101 W. Courtyard Drive, Suite 2-225, Austin, Texas 78730 for the City of Laredo Public Health Department - Primary Care Services Program in the total amount not to exceed $80,000 for the term October 01, 2025 through September 31, 2026. Funding is available in the Public Health Department Fund - General Fund.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating:
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
* Goal 1: Improve access to health care services for all residents.
* Policy 1.1: Support and promote preventive health care services.
* Policy 1.2: Increase access to care for low-income, uninsured, and underinsured individuals.
* Goal 6: Encourage psychological and emotional well-being.
* Policy 6.1: Coordinate with health care providers, psychologists, and researcher to provide therapy for community members.
* Policy 6.8: Continue to educate patients and family members on therapy, rehabilitation, and medications associated with mental health disorders.
Summary of alignment:
The proposed agreement with US Televero Health PA advances the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan by improving access to behavioral health services, particularly for underserved populations. It strengthens the delivery of preventive and specialized mental health care through telehealth, increasing continuity of care and addressing gaps in psychiatric access. This initiative directly supports the Plan's health and wellness goals by enhancing the mental and emotional well-being of residents and integrating professional therapy resources into the public health infrastructure.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
Motion to award a contract from September 01, 2024 through August 30, 2025 was approved by Council on September 03, 2024.
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo Public Health Department, Primary Care Services Program wishes to contract with US Televero Heal...
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