Florida Behavioral Health Network (BNet)

The Behavioral Health Network (BNet) provides support for children ages 5 - 18 who are enrolled in Children’s Medical Services (CMS) Plan by Molina Healthcare and who have mental health or substance use needs.  Through BNet, families access care for the full range of behavioral health needs, helping children receive the right support to grow and thrive.

How Do I Enroll?

Enrollment in BNet is voluntary, and your child’s Care Manager is ready to help guide you.

To qualify, your child must:

• Be enrolled in CMS Plan through Florida KidCare
• Have a diagnosed mental health or substance‑related disorder
  • Note: Children with ADHD as a primary diagnosis do not qualify
• Meet BNet’s clinical and treatability criteria

Why Treatment Matters

Supporting your child’s mental health will be an important part of helping them live a healthy, full life. BNet will provide treatment planning and services tailored to your child’s needs so they can grow, learn, and succeed.

Who Provides BNet Services?

BNet partners with a trusted network of local behavioral health professionals, including:

• Psychiatrists
• Licensed counselors
• Providers who work with children and families

Care Designed for Your Child

BNet offers a wide range of services to ensure the right level of support, including:

• Professional consultation

• In‑home and outpatient individual and family counseling
• Targeted care management
• Psychiatry services
• Medications for behavioral health or substance use conditions
• Up to 30 days of residential care and 10 days of inpatient care
• Individualized wraparound supports
• Parent guidance and education
• Respite services
• Advocacy
• Additional supportive activities

Medical services are delivered through CMS Plan and may include:

• Routine medical care
• Visits with specialists
• Immunizations
• And more

Next Steps

1. Call your child’s CMS Plan Care Manager for support.
2. Call Florida KidCare at (888) 540‑5437 TTY: (800) 955‑8771.

Important Note:

If you fill out a Florida KidCare form and think your child may need mental health help, answer “YES” to the question: “Does this child have a medical or developmental condition expected to last more than 12 months?” This will help ensure you are contacted to determine if your child is eligible for the Children’s Medical Services (CMS) Plan.