Availability of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in US Psychiatric Hospitals

Medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), namely methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone, remain the most effective treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), yet they remain underutilized. This cross-sectional study aimed to describe MOUD availability at psychiatric hospitals throughout the US. Researchers found that less than one-half of psychiatric hospital survey respondents provide MOUD. It is additionally concerning that 30% of psychiatric facilities offering medically managed withdrawal did not provide MOUD given the possible harm of this approach including increased risk of overdose.

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2826113?asam.org

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