Emergency department interventions for opioid use disorder: A synthesis of emerging models

Original research
by
Parks Thomas, Cindy et al

Release Date

2022

Geography

USA

Language of Resource

English

Full Text Available

No

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

No

Peer Reviewed

Yes

Objective

Lessons from early adopter programs may benefit clinicians and others looking to offer ED-initiated treatment for OUD.

Findings/Key points

Barriers to implementation include lack of knowledge about treatment options and effectiveness, stigma, community treatment capacity limits, and health insurance and reimbursement policies. Facilitators of success include taking a patient-centered, low-barrier approach, having a passionate champion, a strong structure with health system support, and a relationship with community partners.

Design/methods

Case studies of five ED-based efforts to address OUD across the United States

Keywords

Hospitals
Barriers and enablers
About prescribers