Ascend Management Innovations

Dual Diagnosis Management (DDM), the predecessor of Ascend Management Innovations, originated in 1998 as a pioneer in designing innovative healthcare management solutions for programs serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health diagnoses. DDM quickly gained a national presence for its focus on evidence-based practices, including training, research initiatives, and integrated program methodologies.  In 2000, DDM established its Healthcare Management Division, which incorporated evidence-based practices into public sector healthcare management, including information technologies for integrating program requirements, quality improvement and management initiatives, service oversight, provider training, and managing healthcare datasets.

What makes Ascend stand out?  Beyond our clinical and technical expertise, Ascend’s history is rooted in our strong and deep commitment to all of our stakeholders.  We know that our work affects many systems and lives, and we are committed to serving them all with professionalism, advocacy, integrity, and conflict-free assessments. This extends to the individuals we assess, their families, provider groups, and our government customers.