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Pennsylvania removes prior authorization for opioid treatment

Pennsylvania and seven major health insurance companies agreed today to remove prior authorization requirements for treatment of substance use disorders.

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How to refer a patient with opioid-use disorder to a specialist

Your patient has an opioid-use disorder. Here’s how to find evidence-based care.

Behavioral Health
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Oct. 4, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Surgeon General's Spotlight on Opioids, removing prior authorization for MAT and more in AMA's latest state health care advocacy news.

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Oct. 4, 2018: Advocacy spotlight on Congress passes new opioid package

Congress has reached agreement on legislation to address the opioid epidemic. Find out how AMA is helping the fight against opioid addiction.

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5 reasons to read the surgeon general’s opioid epidemic report

The AMA calls on the nation’s physicians to read this timely new report from the U.S. surgeon general. Find out what you will learn from America’s top doctor.

Behavioral Health
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Surgeon General’s report offers guidance for ending opioid epidemic

Report emphasizes early detection and evidence-based interventions such as medication-assisted treatment and communitywide support services.

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Sept. 20, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Opioid epidemic legislation, gag clause legislation and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

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How Medicaid programs can help end the opioid epidemic

Medication-assisted treatment and inpatient care are among approaches that work, but many states still only offer minimal care for a massive problem.

Behavioral Health
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AMA statement on the National Survey on Drug Use and Health

National survey shows progress on patients being treated for opioid used disorder.

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