Opioid dependence and abuse are prevalent and continue to be a concern in our society and the workers’ compensation population. Medication-assisted treatment using methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone along with counseling and other support is one of the options for managing opioid use disorder. Analyzing the trends within our data related to these types of medications can provide valuable additional insight into the prevalence of evidence-based and guideline-supported approaches related to overall opioid strategy. Watch the video blog to learn more.
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