Few youths in US Medicaid start opioid use disorder treatment quickly
Among US youths in Medicaid with opioid use disorder, about half began treatment within 14 days and only 3.1% continued medication for 180 or more days, according to a study.
Why it matters
This highlights gaps in treatment for young people with opioid use disorder and suggests a need for better follow-up care.
Long-term medication use
Only 3.1% of these youths continued medication for 180 or more days, indicating challenges in long-term treatment adherence.
Sources
- Gaps in Youth Opioid Use Disorder Treatment in the US Medscape · medscape.com
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