Specialized Treatment, Education, and Prevention Services, Inc. (STEPS) Selects Streamline as Electronic Health Record Partner 

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Oak Brook, Illinois – February 3, 2026 – Following an extensive evaluation process, Specialized Treatment, Education, and Prevention Services, Inc. (STEPS), headquartered in Orlando, Florida, has selected Streamline Healthcare Solutions as its electronic health record (EHR) partner.

STEPS provides a broad range of community-based services, including mental health care, substance use treatment, care coordination, medication-assisted treatment, mobile services, HIV and STI testing, and comprehensive programs supporting families throughout Central Florida. 

Streamline’s SmartCare™ EHR is an enterprise-grade solution purpose-built for behavioral health organizations, supporting multiple programs, complex billing requirements, and regulatory compliance within a unified system. The platform enables end users to work more efficiently through an intuitive interface while supporting strong operational and financial performance. 

During the evaluation process, STEPS prioritized identifying an EHR with a proven record among Florida behavioral health providers, including an active local user community. Key decision criteria also included financial and operational tools that could automate workflows, reduce manual processes, and eliminate workarounds required by their existing system. Streamline demonstrated the platform’s ability to meet these needs, providing STEPS with the confidence to move forward with SmartCare™. 

“We’re excited to partner with Specialized Treatment, Education and Prevention Services and support the vital work they do every day,” said Navid Asgari, CEO of Streamline Healthcare Solutions. “STEPS’ commitment to serving individuals with co-occurring disorders and underserved populations aligns closely with our mission. We look forward to working together to strengthen care coordination, improve data-driven outcomes, and help STEPS continue making a meaningful impact in the communities they serve.”

Cheryl Bello, CEO of STEPS, said: “We are pleased to embark on this partnership with Streamline Healthcare Solutions who have demonstrated their ability to provide a comprehensive solution to automate clinical information that will enhance our patient care coordination, reduce administrative burdens, and strengthen operational efficiency. This partnership will undoubtedly empower our teams to dedicate more time to delivering high‑quality patient care and represents an important step forward in supporting our staff while elevating the overall experience for the individuals and communities we serve.”  

About Specialized Treatment, Education, and Prevention Services, Inc. (STEPS)
Specialized Treatment, Education, and Prevention Services, Inc. (STEPS) is a private not-for-profit, community-based organization providing a continuum of quality, comprehensive substance use treatment services and education to individuals, including those with co-occurring disorders, regardless of age, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Prioritizing those who are indigent, pregnant, postpartum, have children and/or IV drug users in Central Florida. Founded in 1983 by a group of concerned citizens, STEPS has been dedicated to serving the needs of the community ever since. Our clients are recognized as individuals who possess the inner resources necessary to create the desired positive change in their lives. Treatment consists of assisting clients with accessing and utilizing the necessary resources available to live as responsible individuals and productive members of their community. For more information, visit www.flsteps.org.

About Streamline Healthcare Solutions
Streamline Healthcare Solutions provides enterprise software solutions built specifically for the Behavioral Health and Human Services market. For over two decades, we have partnered with providers across the country to build SmartCare™, an integrated EHR and practice management platform designed to meet the complex needs of behavioral health organizations delivering whole-person care.

SmartCare™ supports the full continuum of behavioral health services, from initial outpatient assessment to residential treatment. Purpose-built for behavioral health, SmartCare™ offers an intuitive user experience, real-time data insights, and the adaptability needed to navigate today’s rapidly evolving care landscape. Its robust functionality enables care coordination across service lines while helping organizations maximize financial and clinical outcomes.

At Streamline, we are committed to delivering technology that empowers people who improve the quality of life for those in need. Proud of our twenty-year legacy and energized by the challenges ahead, we remain a trusted partner delivering customer-focused solutions that strengthen care, foster connections, and advance lasting clinical progress. For more information, visit streamlinehealthcare.com. 

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Streamline Healthcare Solutions 
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