Program, Not A Pill

The Living Proof Campaign features people who have achieved #OUD recovery at opioid treatment programs, with overdose deaths down 20% compared to this time last year and more people getting access to take-home doses. Check out the full story here: https://lnkd.in/e6_Gufc8 BAART Programs Sonara Health

"Pharmacists are on the front lines of catching medication errors, but asking us to be gatekeepers for preventing misuse and diversion is unrealistic." Hear from Kimberly Coley Henderson, pharmacist and CEO at CareLink of Georgia, on why methadone's complexity and risks make specialized clinics safer than pharmacies, with solutions focused on strengthening programs and removing treatment barriers: https://bit.ly/4hXlJon

A recent CDC report shows a drop in drug overdose deaths in the U.S. In coming weeks, we’ll share more on changes at OTPs under new SAMHSA rules bolstering recovery by improving access to care. https://lnkd.in/eRfkbuzT

A recent HHS OIG report highlights disparities in opioid treatment access for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries—a gap that OTPs are critical in filling. Efforts to expand access must ensure providers are willing and able to treat these enrollees. https://ow.ly/PaFi50TYjPc.

Despite an 11% drop in overdose deaths, as reported by the CDC, seniors and rural communities continue to face critical barriers in accessing care. Rural areas need higher reimbursement rates to make treatment viable, while the burdensome prior authorization process is delaying access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT). It’s time for CMS to act—streamlining access and providing better support for underserved populations can make a real difference in saving lives and closing the treatment gap. https://lnkd.in/e8xGQPiW

Congratulations to Maine Opioid Provider Coalition, including PNAP member Acadia Healthcare on the progress to improve accessibility to Opioid Treatment Programs, specifically #methadone #MOUD. Impressive progress: - 14 OTPs, including 4 new clinics opened recently - 5000 patients in treatment (70% of whom are Medicaid Eligible) - 100% of Maine OTPS accept Medicaid - Patient limits lifted allowing increased treatment capacity - Rigid treatment requirements replaced with more patient-centric models.? - Data on nearly 600 patients show 47% of patients come to the clinics just once per week or less. Learn more about Maine's progress here :?https://lnkd.in/e_9ZWsKH

Today marks the official expansion of methadone treatment through take-home flexibility! Per federal guidelines outlined by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) stable patients can now take home 28 days’ worth of methadone, making treatment more accessible for those recovering from #OUD.

As we close out #RecoveryMonth, we honor the life-changing impact of clinicians delivering medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Their dedication empowers individuals with opioid use disorder to reclaim their lives and build brighter futures. #RecoveryisPossible #MAT

This #RecoveryMonth, we celebrate the strength of patient communities. Together, we lift each other up, share our stories, and inspire healing. You are never alone. To hear testimonials from patients and providers, or to share your own story, visit https://ow.ly/ckg650TlsvW

For people with #OUD in recovery, employment can offer more than just income—it's a pathway toward stability, confidence and growth. Through specialized career counseling, OTPs can help people with #OUD find their purpose by striving toward professional goals. #RecoveryMonth