Tag: opioid crisis
Substance Use Disorder Providers Could Get a New Boost in Funding
Opioid manufacturers, distributors, and other entities involved with the opioid epidemic will pay $56 billion over the next 10 to 20 years for their...
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Takes Bold Step in Opioid Crisis: Covering Over-the-Counter Naloxone at No Cost
The opioid overdose crisis continues to devastate communities across the United States, with national overdose deaths rising by a staggering 55% between March 2020...
The Opioid Crisis Among Young People
The opioid crisis has left a devastating mark on communities across the United States, particularly among young people. As the epidemic continues to unfold,...
Michigan Leads the Way in Removing Prior Authorization for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
The opioid epidemic continues to have a devastating impact across the United States, claiming thousands of lives each year. Among the most effective treatments...
The Addiction Policy Forum’s Financial Troubles and the Opioid Epidemic: A Closer Look at the Impact of Losing Its Biggest Donor
The Addiction Policy Forum, a nonprofit dedicated to tackling the opioid addiction crisis, is facing a significant blow to its financial backing. The forum,...
Addressing Health Care Fraud in the Behavioral Health Sector: The Need for Regulation Amid the Opioid Crisis
Health care fraud is a growing issue in the United States, with estimates suggesting that it accounts for anywhere between 3% to 10% of...