<p>Inpatient, outpatient, MAT, and holistic treatment options explained.</p>
A growing number of emergency departments now start buprenorphine treatment directly, rather than only referring patients elsewhere — turning an ER visit into a…
Read articleLack of insurance is one of the most common reasons people delay seeking treatment for opioid use disorder — but it doesn’t have to…
Read articleBuprenorphine (often known by the brand names Suboxone or Subutex) is one of the most effective treatments for opioid use disorder — studies associate…
Read articleSome states allow family members or others to petition for involuntary treatment commitment for a loved one with severe substance use disorder — this…
Read articleDrug courts are a specialized court track that offers treatment and supervision as an alternative to standard prosecution for certain substance-related offenses — worth…
Read articleAccess to medication for opioid use disorder in correctional settings has been expanding, though availability remains inconsistent — this connects directly to our article…
Read articleMobile units — vehicles equipped to dispense methadone — are a newer approach to extending OTP-based treatment into areas without a fixed clinic nearby.…
Read articleHub-and-spoke is a system-level approach some states use to expand access to opioid use disorder treatment, connecting specialized centers with broader primary care networks.…
Read articleOBOT refers to buprenorphine treatment provided in a regular medical office setting, rather than a specialized addiction treatment facility or OTP — this is…
Read articleSome hospitals now have dedicated addiction medicine consult teams — worth knowing about if you or a family member is hospitalized for any reason…
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