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Is Telehealth the Key to Changing the Opioid Crisis?

GlobalMed

The American nightmare that is the opioid epidemic affects everyone. More than 130 people die of an overdose every day ; every 25 minutes a baby is born suffering from opioid withdrawal. Despite the dogged attempts of government and healthcare leaders to find solutions, the crisis continues to escalate. billion a year.

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Understanding SAMHSA’s Key Changes to 42 CFR Part 8: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Mend

With the recent amendments to federal regulations governing opioid treatment programs (OTPs), this vision becomes a step in the right direction toward making this a reality. Outlined in the regulations are the standards and procedures necessary for OTPs to operate effectively while ensuring the safety and well-being of patients.

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Post-Pandemic, U.S. Healthcare is Entering a “Provide More Care For Less” Era – Pondering PwC’s 2022 Forecast

Health Populi

What enables those deflating cost-reducers is the growing adoption of digital health tools, from telehealth and virtual care to self-care in patients’ hands at home and on-the-go via mobile health apps. In the COVID-19 pandemic, health care spending in the U.S. increased by a relatively low 6.0% Preparations for the next pandemic, and.

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Key trends expected to shape Pain Management and Adherence markets in 2024 and beyond

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: The pain management market is experiencing exciting growth, driven by several key trends: Increased Demand: Chronic pain prevalence: Chronic pain affects a significant portion of the population, with an aging demographic further increasing demand. The global pain management market is expected to reach $3.3 Billion by 2026.

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Groups Recover Together sees great success treating opioid use disorder via telehealth

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Groups Recover Together is a national healthcare company for individuals with opioid use disorder. In March 2020, Groups Recover Together closed its physical locations, stood up a telehealth platform and transitioned to 100% virtual care. It's based in Burlington, Massachusetts. THE PROBLEM. Addiction is a disease of isolation.

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Walmart Implements a New Telehealth Prescribing Policy

Telebehavioral Health Institute

As states decide how to manage telehealth after the pandemic, unexpected stakeholders are making far-reaching decisions about telehealth prescribing for opioids, Walmart announced a complete halt on providing controlled drugs to telehealth patients unless they have had an in-person visit in the last two years.

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Walmart Implements a New Telehealth Prescribing Policy

Telebehavioral Health Institute

As states decide how to manage telehealth after the pandemic, unexpected stakeholders are making far-reaching decisions about telehealth prescribing for opioids, Walmart announced a complete halt on providing controlled drugs to telehealth patients unless they have had an in-person visit in the last two years.