Is managed care managing the care out of addiction treatment? One CEO's call to action.(The Watershed Addiction Treatment Programs)

From: Addiction Professional | Date: July 1, 2004| Author: Crosby, Christopher | Copyright information

My name is Christopher Crosby and I am successfully recovering from the disease of addiction.

My personal recovery journey began in the winter of 1979 while serving abroad in the United States Army. I'm a dedicated Christian, husband, father, son and brother. Just like any other productive, responsible member of society, I pay taxes, I vote and I am politically active.

I'm also the CEO of The Watershed Addiction Treatment Programs. We employ nearly 350 people...

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