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Prior Authorization Insurance Requirements: A Barrier to Accessing Lifesaving Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder?

Bill of Health

The federal government and several states have implemented strategies to improve and promote OUD treatment access, especially for the relatively inexpensive and effective medication buprenorphine.

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Rethinking How We Treat Dually Diagnosed Patients

HIT Consultant

Chief Medical Officer at Lucet One of the most pressing and often overlooked challenges in healthcare today is how to reach and effectively treat dually diagnosed patients — commonly, individuals who grapple with both mental health problems and substance use issues. Bernard DiCasimirro, D.O.,

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Senate Committee’s PREVENT Pandemics Act Draft Released: What to Know

Healthcare Law Today

Fund grant opportunities to state, local, or tribal health departments, community-based organizations, Indian organizations, or other public or private entities for projects that would improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities.

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Black Health Care Executive Spotlight | Willie Payton Jr.

Hall Render

When leaders and frontline staff from diverse backgrounds feel comfortable contributing, health care organizations achieve better outcomes by incorporating varied perspectives into patient care. Additionally, addressing social determinants of health is critical. Willie Payton Jr.