In the US, many blame an underfunded mental health system for the shortage of inpatient beds and outpatient support patients might access instead of the ED. Hospital emergency staff aren’t any happier with the status quo. They have begun to look at how EDs might improve the overall care experience for behavioral health patients and contribute to continuity of care. We’re going to discuss some promising new practices on the July 12 WIHI: How to Build Better Behavioral Health in the Emergency Department.